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Veles (Macedonian: Велес) is a city in the Povardarie region of North Macedonia on both sides of the Vardar and the nation's most important river. The city is home to over 43,000 residents, making it the sixth-largest in the nation. The larger Municipality of Veles, which includes 27 villages, has a total population of over 55,000. The North Macedonian capital, Skopje, is northwest of the city. Veles X19 - The city's western bank of the Vardar with the clock tower standing prominent

Veles is a city with a rich and varied cultural tradition.

Veles Halal Travel Guide

Veles is situated on hills that sit above both sides of the Vardar River. This interesting terrain has given Veles a rather unique cityscape.

History

Under Ottoman rule, Veles was named Köprülü. Following World War II, it was named Titov Veles in honour of Yugoslavian president Josip Broz Tito. In 1996, several years after Macedonian independence, "Titov" was dropped from the name.

The city briefly received international attention after it was revealed that a group of teenagers in Veles were producing fake news related to the 2016 US presidential election as a way of generating income.

Travel as a Muslim to Veles

GPS: 41.713257|21.772575|width=280|layer=W - Veles is a relatively large transport hub, with excellent road and rail connections. It is close to the nation's main international airport.

Travel on a Bus in Veles

• Veles Bus Station - Автобуска Станица Велес - 41.715228, 21.785981 - Veles's bus station is in the downtown, on the east side of the river. The city is well-connected to neighbouring cities.

By car

Veles is on the international highway, E-75, which connects Central Europe to the Aegean Sea. The city lies 55 kilometers (33 mi) southeast from Skopje.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Veles

• Veles Railway Station - Железничка Станица Велес - 41.723943, 21.769329 - Veles is served by a train station on North Macedonia's main north-south rail line, running from Niš in Serbia to Thessaloniki. The station is in the north of the city, on the west side of the river.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Veles

Skopje Airport and the nation's main airport, is about 36 kilometers (21.6 mi) north of Veles.

How to get around in Veles

The downtown of Veles can be walked but several of the important sites lie further out and are best reached by vehicle or taxi.

What to see in Veles

St Panteleimon Church Veles - Street Pantaleon Church Veles Memorial Ossuary 02 - Kosturnica Memorial

• Clock Tower - Саат кула - 41.7167639, 21.7814944 - Clock tower (Veles) X2.JPG The defining feature of the city skyline. It was built in the first half of the 18th century as a watchtower for Ottomans. Towards the end of the 18th century and the tower was converted into a city clock. It is on the left bank of the Vardar, on 8th of September Street.
• Church of Street Pantaleon - Црква „Св. Пантелејмон“ - 41.7066417, 21.7808472 - Street Panteleimon Church Veles - This three-aisle basilica-type church was built in 1840 by Andrej Damjanov. It is the cathedral church of the Diocese of Povardarie. It sits on a high terrace above the town, making it dominant in the skyline and a good place for views of Veles. The interior of the church is richly decorated with arches, columns, and frescoes.
• Kočo Racin Memorial House - Спомен куќа на Кочо Рацин - 41.7133306, 21.7811722 - Kočo Racin was a Macedonian revolutionary and poet, who is considered a founder of modern Macedonian literature. Established in 1962, it showcases the life and work of the Veles native. The building itself was constructed in the traditional style.
• Kosturnica Memorial - Спомен-костурница - 41.7232278, 21.7885722 - Veles Memorial Ossuary 024.JPG The large memorial is built in the shape of a flower, symbolizing a German World War II helmet, broken in four pieces - a symbol of the defeat of fascism. It is situated at an elevation above the northeastern side of town. There is also a museum about the history of Veles during that period.
• Monastery of Street Demetrius - Манастир Св. Димитрија - 41.701861, 21.791128 - Sveti Dimitrija-Veles . It's a couple kilometers south of town. The monastery church was built in the 14th century by King Stefan Dušan. The Byzantine-style church has a bell tower built into its western side.
• Church of Street John the Baptist - Црква „Св. Јован Крстител“ - 41.702836, 21.790823 - Sv.Jovan - Markova Meana - Veles - MK . The oldest church in Veles, Street John the Baptist was likely constructed in the 13th century. It is a small church built of stone, about 100 m north of the Monastery of Street Demetrius.

What to do in Veles

• Lake Mladost - Lake Veles; Езеро Младост; Велешко Езеро - 41.773609, 21.760467 - Veleshko Ezero 4 This artificial lake north of the city is one of its major recreational areas. Hotel Romantik is on its northwestern shore.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Veles

Veles - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Veles, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Veles. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Veles and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Veles. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Veles. Key components include:

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Veles, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Veles, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Veles without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Veles is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Veles.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

It looks like there are no hotels in Veles. The closest option will be Motel Montenegro Rivijera which is about 3 kilometers away from the downtown.

• Motel Montenegro Rivijera - Skopski Pat GPS: 41.74269, 21.77274 3 kilometers away from the city ☎ +389 43 212 223 +Double 2200 denars | checkin=11:00 / Check-out: 14:00 Quite a decent option on a E-75 Belgrade-Athens highway. Rooms equipped with AC, TV, good size fridge, private bathroom. Friendly and helpful staff.
• Hotel Romantique - Ezero Mladost GPS: 41.778337, 21.755354 8 kilometers away from the city, in the nort-east area of Lake Veles double 3700 denars | checkin= 14:00 / Check-out: 12:00 Rooms come with AC, private bathroom and a balcony. Hotel has a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Wi-Fi.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Veles

Stobi - Site of the excavations in Stobi

• Solunska Glava peak - Солунска Глава - 41.7032917, 21.4043722 30km from Veles - One of the highest mountain peaks in North Macedonia, 2 540 m height. Accommodation is available at the mountain house Ceples.

• Gradsko|Stobi - the capital of the Roman province of Macedonia Salutaris dating from 197 BC. The surviving mosaics and other archaeological finds are of exceptional value.

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