Batko Gjorgjija

Batko Gjorgjija or Uncle Gjorgjija is a historical figure of Kumanovo, North Macedonia, who had been a great mocker and bohemian and preferred leading a loose life rather than working. It is said in the most popular folk song that he had died with three wishes: for a pretty woman, a brandy and an expensive cart.[1][2] The Days of Comedy take place every year in honor of Batko Gjorgjija.

Statue of Batko Gjorgjija in Kumanovo

References

1. "Шегобиецот Батко Ѓорѓија е синоним за Куманово". „Република“. 2015-05-16. Archived from the original on 2018-01-07. Retrieved 2018-01-07.
2. "Која е вистинската приказна за Батко Ѓорѓија?". KumanovoNews. Retrieved 2020-02-07.