From Ljubljana’s charm to Lake Bled’s beauty, your trip to Slovenia will be unforgettable.
Slovenia is a small country tucked between Italy to the west, Austria to the north, Croatia to the south and southeast and Hungary to the northeast. The country is half covered in forest, with the Alps in the north, and the Adriatic coastline on the west, at 46 kilometres in length.
The capital Ljubljana has been compared to Salzburg in Austria due to its charming Baroque architecture in the city centre. The city has a strong connection to its Roman past. Originally a Roman military outpost in 14-15 AD, Emona became more of a significant town centre in the Roman province of Pannonia, as it strategically sat along traditional trade routes of the era. It had a city wall, public baths, temples, and a forum – artifacts include roads, inscriptions, pottery, glassware, and statues. The city fell into decline after the Romans left in the 5th century and the next inhabitants of the city were the Huns, led by Attila.
The modern city of Ljubljana is dominated by the medieval Ljubljana Castle that sits on a hill in the city centre. It’s visible from most places in the city, and you can take the funicular, a mountainside train, from the old town or one of several walking routes to reach it. Originally a medieval fortress, the castle dates back to the 16th century. There’s a watchtower, chapel, an exhibition on Slovenian history, a Time Machine tour, and a puppet theatre to see.
Other major attractions are the Ljubljana River and its banks that cut through the city with ornate bridges enhancing the gorgeous waterscapes. Triple Bridge is actually three separate ornate bridges located next to one another, and Dragon Bridge has four dragon statues guarding it.
Preseren Square is the heart of Ljubljana, named after Slovenia’s national poet France Preseren (1800-1849). A monument depicts the poet holding a spring of laurel and bay leaves over his head – the statue faces his great love, Julija Primic, on the facade of an opposite building. Grab some figs to eat or go for figs and cream and chocolate for a real treat.
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Feel the beauty of Slovenia upon your arrival
From cavernous caves to the high flying Alps, to the gentle waters of the Adriatic Sea and Bled Lake, there is no going wrong when you are choosing a direction to travel in Slovenia. Get and stay outside all year by paragliding on Mount Nanos or hiking behind the Kozjak waterfall in the Soca Valley. Also, if you ski, be sure to visit a small ski resort at Vogel, Krvavec, or Rogla – many offer fire crackling family friendly feels – and an apres like you deserve with a sauna, a stew, and a beer or a glass of wine.
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