Vintgar Gorge (Soteska Vintgar)
Vintgar Gorge (Soteska Vintgar) Shaped over the millennia by the raging waters of the River Radovna, the Vintgar Gorge slices through 1.6 km (one mile) of the Borst and Hom hills in northwestern Slovenia. First discovered in 1891, the narrow, winding river gorge was then impenetrable thanks to the
Smarna Gora
Smarna Gora The twin peaks of Grmada and Smarna Gora are both swathed with oak and beech forest and sit in northern Slovenia; their humps are clearly visible from its enticing capital city of Ljubljana, which spreads out into a giant basin below the mountain. Smarna Gora is the eastern of the two
Metelkova
Metelkova Ljubljana’s funky, graffiti-strewn enclave of Metelkova is the alternative epicenter of the city, an area stuffed full of grungy clubs and bars that lies north of the Ljubljanica River. Whether they’re into rock, punk or folk, gay bars or beery dives, this is the place of choice for part
Ljubljanica River
Ljubljanica River The Ljubljanica River has indelibly shaped the city of Ljubljana from its origins in prehistory as it wound its twisting course, acting as a trading route and bringing wealth to the early settlement. Today Ljubljana is often nicknamed City of Bridges, and one of its most spectacu
Krizanke Summer Theatre
Krizanke Summer Theatre The mid-20th-century Slovene architect Jože Plečnik was responsible for much of Ljubljana’s rebirth as a cultured, elegant city; he built bridges over the Ljubljanica River as well as pathways along it and in the 1950s was also given the remit to design the Križanke Summer
Bled Castle (Blejski Grad)
Bled Castle (Blejski Grad) The ninth‐century Bled Castle is the oldest in Slovenia, perched precariously 130 meters (426.5 feet) up on a rocky precipice overlooking the lake of the same name among the peaks of the breathtaking Julian Alps. Built as a stronghold for the aristocratic bishops of the
Architecture Museum of Ljubljana
Architecture Museum of Ljubljana Of all Ljubljana’s museums, the Architecture Museum of Ljubljana, now the Ljubljana Museum of Architecture and Design, is one of the city’s most unique - a fitting tribute to the capital’s eclectic design ethos. Devoted to showcasing Slovenia’s most celebrated arch
Triglav National Park
Triglav National Park Triglav National Park in Slovenia is one of the largest nature reserves in Europe. It covers an area of about 340 square miles and is the only national park in Slovenia. The highest mountain in the park is Mount Triglav, standing at 9,396 feet tall. This mountain is where the
Secovlje Salina Nature Park
Secovlje Salina Nature Park The coastal wetlands of Secovlje are also home to the nation’s largest saltpans. Thick, murky green walkways wind between expansive wet water areas that capture and hold vast amounts of salt that naturally occurs here. While the pans alone are a site to see, the Secovlj
Karst Region
Karst Region Not limited to a specific municipality, the Karst (sometimes referred to as Kras) region is the land situated between Trieste Gulf and the Vipava Valley. The limestone plateau is so picturesque, and is famous for lending its name to a specific topographical phenomenon wherein fusible
Julian Alps
Julian Alps The highest mountain in Slovenia is Triglav, ascending to 2,864 meters (9,400 feet) in the Julian Alps and forming part of the country’s one and only national park. An alpine region of spectacular natural beauty, Triglav National Park is a landscape of river gorges, waterfalls, lakes,
Hrastovlje
Hrastovlje Despite its relatively small size, Hrastovlje is home to two of Slovenia’s most-unique features. The karst spring of the Rizana River, which flows through this quiet destination, is the only major spring in the entire country. And while this quiet body of water draws visitors because of
Town Hall (Magistrat)
Town Hall (Magistrat) Located in Ljubljana’s vast cobbled square of Mestni Trg, the Baroque Magistrat was built in 1719 by Slovenian architect Gregor Maček and today contains the office of the mayor as well as being a popular landmark with visitors to this elegant, pocket-sized city. The town hall
Cathedral of St. Nicholas (Stolnica Sv. Nikolaja)
Cathedral of St. Nicholas (Stolnica Sv. Nikolaja) Ljubljana’s main church is also its biggest and the grand Cathedral of St Nicholas towers over Pogačarjev trg in the historic Old Town. Despite a history dating back to the 13th century, the present day cathedral dates back to an 18th century desig
Portoroz
Portoroz Portorož, which means Port of Roses, is a city for those looking for a relaxing escape on the beautiful Gulf of Trieste. Enjoy the lovely beaches during the day, and then delve into Portorožs extensive nightlife in nightclubs, discotheques, casinos, and pubs.Good music is always to be fou
Tivoli Park and Mansion
Tivoli Park and Mansion With its pretty landscaped gardens, shaded woodlands and idyllic walkways, it’s easy to see why the people of Ljubljana flock to Tivoli Park on sunny weekends, but there’s plenty to see and do in the park year round. The tranquil parkland is the city’s most popular green sp
Lipica
Lipica Tucked almost on the border with Italy in Slovenia’s limestone karst landscape, Lipica is an ancient village best known for the stud farm that started breeding white Lipizzaner horses when the region was part of the Austrian Habsburg empire in the 16th century. The first brood mares and sta
Koper
Koper The Venetian-era old city, with its crumbling building facades, picturesque streets and impressive stone detailing is among the most popular sites in this historic port town. Tito Square, a gathering space for both locals and travelers, sits at the center of old city and provides a perfect s
Skocjan Caves
Skocjan Caves The Škocjan Caves Regional Park was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986 due to the caves scientific significance for being a representative of the karst phenomenon. They are renowned for their incredible beauty and for having the largest underground canyon in the world. Disco
Bohinj Lake
Bohinj Lake Slovenia’s largest lake is a tranquil oasis of pristine water lying in Triglav National Park northwest of Ljubljana. Bordered by the peaks of the Julian Alps, this is a region of powerful natural beauty, rich in cascading waterfalls and limestone cave complexes burrowing underground. I
