The statue was commissioned by the Macedonian government and executed by sculptor Valentina Stevanovska.
Due to naming disputes with Greece regarding historical heritage, the statue was officially designated as 'Warrior on a Horse' by local authorities to avoid diplomatic friction.
The pedestal fountain includes eight bronze soldiers standing around the perimeter, intended to represent the historical companions of Alexander.
The entire monument complex weighs approximately 30 tons.
The base of the fountain is equipped with a sound system that occasionally plays music during the programmed light shows.
The statue was cast in several pieces in Florence, Italy, before being transported to Skopje for assembly.
The Alexander the Great statue, officially titled 'Warrior on a Horse,' is a 22-meter tall bronze monument situated in the center of Macedonia Square in Skopje. Unveiled in 2011 as part of the Skopje 2014 urban renewal project, it serves as the centerpiece of the city's main public space. The monument features Alexander the Great atop his horse, Bucephalus, raised on a 10-meter high cylindrical pedestal decorated with bronze reliefs depicting battle scenes. Surrounding the base is a fountain complex featuring bronze soldiers and lions, often accompanied by synchronized water and light displays. The structure is built from a combination of bronze and marble sourced from Greece and Italy. It serves as a major navigation point for the city center, connecting the Stone Bridge to the pedestrianized Makedonija Street.
From the southern side of the Stone Bridge looking north, which frames the statue against the backdrop of the square.
Visit during the evening when the fountain's light and water show is active.
Walk across the historic Stone Bridge nearby to get a full view of the square from the perspective of the Vardar River.
Use the surrounding square benches to observe local life in the evening when pedestrian traffic is highest.
Do not attempt to climb the pedestal or fountain structures, as security and local authorities monitor the area.
