Skopje has around 650,000 citizens and plays a vital part in the cultural and academic life of the country. Skopje’s exciting nightlife includes many indoor and outdoor cafe bars, as well as nightclubs and after-hour venues. Compared to many other European cities, Skopje is very affordable, making its nightlife and ever-expanding choice of quality restaurants even more accessible. The cost of a full meal in Skopje ranges from €5 to €25. In addition, there are several pizzerias and fast-food options ranging from € 1 to € 3, such as Burger King, Domino’s, Spizzicoto, and Sedmica, as well as many small bakeries and cafes selling pastries such as burek (a pie with meat, cheese, or spinach).