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Kokino megalithic observatory
A Bronze Age observatory
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Image courtesy of © Meri Boshkoska · CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Kokino megalithic observatory
Kokino was discovered in 2001 on a rocky volcanic peak north-east of Kumanovo. Archaeologists interpret it as a sacred site and observatory of the Bronze Age, with stone markers that line up with the rising sun and moon at key moments of the year, such as the solstices. The climb is short and the views are wide. Our advice: wear good shoes; the summer solstice sunrise is the most popular time to visit.
Why it's on our list
- Bronze Age site
- Sunrise alignments
- Hilltop views
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Kokino megalithic observatory before you go.