area covered with pastures on the European Continent. This provides opportunities for animal husbandry. Dairy products, mainly cheese and feta cheese, are made in the many sheepfolds on Šar and the adjacent mountains. These include several kinds of feta cheese, like Shara and Galicnik. Located in the northwestern part of North Macedonia, Popova Shapka is another winter ski resort. It is situated on the Šar Mountain, above the sea level, just from the capital Skopje. Popova Shapka has hotel accommodation. Visitors not from the Republic of North Macedonia, and elsewhere other countries, use the facilities. Popova Shapka has been a host to both the European and Balkan Ski Championships. Not far from the resort, there are a number of small glacial lakes around on the mountain. There are two ways to get to Popova Shapka: by car, and by rope-railway with a starting location in Tetovo. The rope-railway is long and it takes about 36 minutes to reach the top. Sports Football club KF Gostivar has played in the Macedonian First League and stage their home games at the City Stadium Gostivar. Sister cities Akhisar – Turkey Kőbánya – Hungary Notable people References External links Official web site of the Municipality of Gostivar Gostivar FAQ Gostivar Online Gallery Cities in North Macedonia Ski areas and resorts in North Macedonia