Demir Kapija: The Iron Gate

We spent two days visiting the small town of Demir Kapija, in the wine region of south-central Macedonia. The town’s name is Turkish for “Iron Gate”, referring to a narrow gorge cut into the hills. Besides a couple great wineries, the town is known for its hiking and rock climbing opportunities.

The most impressive sight in Demir Kapija is the geological formation which provides the town its name: the Iron Gate. This canyon carved out by the Vardar River has always been an important thoroughfa...