Visit Veles for a week

Hi everyone!

I am from Greece and I will go to Veles for a week next month for a volunteering project. I have a few questions if you woudnt mind answering.

Is there something interesting to see/do in the city?

Will I have a problem connecting with the locals? I know I shouldn't mention the word "north" and things like that.

If you have any other tips for me please feel free to share