Cities of Slovenia

Discover the beautiful cities of Slovenia. Get to know more about the attractions of Bovec, Ljubljana, Bled, Goriska Brda, etc...

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Idrija, Slovenia - Top 3 Attractions

December 30th, 2022

The city of Idrija, with 12,000 inhabitants, lies in a basin between hills at the confluence of karst and subalpine landscapes. The half-millennium history of mercury mining in the city has left an extremely rich and valuable technological and cultural heritage. In the summer of 2012, the city was also a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its mercury mines, which, together with the Spanish Almadén, were the world’s largest producers of mercury. And mining has impacted not only the city’s economy

Brezice Top 5 Attractions - Slovenia 2023

October 14th, 2022

Its border location has given both residents an advantage and a disadvantage in Brezice's turbulent history. It played a strategic role during the Turkish wars, and the Habsburg Empire provided huge sums of money to strengthen the city's defence system. Proof of this is the castle, which is still in excellent condition, where the Posavje Regional Museum now operates. However, the Military Border Guard also caused much trouble for the city. It was first occupied by the Turks, then by the Germans

Ajdovscina - Top 7 Attractions, Slovenia 2023

October 7th, 2022

Ajdovscina is the largest settlement in the Vipava Valley, the economic and cultural center of the region. It could be a completely average small Slovenian town, but it is not. It is the only city in Slovenia founded by the Romans and is still surrounded by city walls in an almost intact condition. Ajdovscina's name was made known far and wide by artists such as the painter and graphic artist Veno Pilon or the Renaissance painter born here, Anton Cebej. Map - Where is Ajdovscina located? Ajd

Vipavski Kriz 2023 - The smallest town in Slovenia

September 28th, 2022

The Vipavski Kriz is a small, picturesque village in the Vipava Valley, with narrow cobbled streets, well-preserved houses, a castle and a cellar, a Capuchin monastery and two churches. The local town that looks like a postcard is the jewel of Slovenia. The special feature of the village is that it was the 2nd smallest town in the world and was once the smallest town in the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy. Today it has a population of roughly 180, to which must be added five priests. 💡The town is p

Lipica, Slovenia - The cradle of the world-famous stud

September 21st, 2022

Near the Slovenian-Italian border, in the embrace of the lush landscapes of the picturesque Slovenian karst region, lies the Lipizzan Majority. Founded in the 16th century, the stud is one of the most important places in Slovenia's historical and cultural heritage, and as an attraction it offers a special experience even for those who have less understanding of horses. The Lipizzaner breed, one of the most famous horses in the world, became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016. Visitors can als

Ptuj Top 6 Attractions - Slovenia's Oldest Town

September 2nd, 2022

Ptuj is the oldest city in Slovenia, which plays a unique role in the country's tourism due to its festivals. These festive events pay tribute to the city's remarkable cultural and historical heritage. The town's history is also tangible in the form of numerous monuments. The city is located in the eastern part of the country, on the banks of the River Drava, and is the most visited by tourists from Ljubljana. Travellers will come here like a traditional small Slovenian town, but they will be p

Kranj Top 10 Attractions - The Center of the Gorenjska Region

June 10th, 2022

Kranj is the third-largest city in Slovenia and one of the most beautiful settlements. The city is the centre of the traditional region of Gorenjska. It is primarily an industrial city with a significant electronics and rubber industry. The city's core is a well-preserved medieval old town built at the confluence of the Kokra and Sava rivers. The city is less popular among tourists, but thanks to its constant development, it is becoming more and more desirable each year. Many Slovenian families

Novo Mesto, Slovenia - The Center of the Dolenjska Region

June 3rd, 2022

Novo Mesto is not yet a well-known destination in Slovenia, but it does not take away from its values. It is worth visiting only because of the beautiful villages around it. It is also called the metropolis of the Dolenjska region, and, indeed, its role is central in almost every way. Even before our time, it was one of Europe's most important cultural centres, where the Romans left their mark. Today, it has a population of 23,000 and is the 7th largest city in Slovenia, with a significant indu

Nova Gorica Top 9 Attractions - City on the Slovenian-Italian border

May 16th, 2022

Located next to the Italian border, Nova Gorica is one of the most beautiful cities in Slovenia. In addition to its beauty, it is well known that Nova Gorica is one of the youngest cities in the country, as it was not established until 1948, when Gorica was annexed, and the region was left without a centre. This is how Nova Gorica, or "New Gorica", was created. It's famous for the Bohinj nostalgia train, which leaves Slovenia here and then passes through Italy. Nova Gorica is a university to

Ukanc Top 5 Attractions - Alpine gem near Lake Bohinj

May 16th, 2022

Ukanc is a fragmented town on the western end of Lake Bohinj in Slovenia. The idyllic town is located at the and of a valley. It is surrounded by mountains on three sides, making it an excellent destination for lovers of nature. Next to Ukanc are Mt. Vogel (1,922 m), the Mali vrh (1,642 m), the Peršivec mountain (1,761 m) and the Komarča rock (1,457 m). One of the most attractive localities is Ukanc. The soil is also special, consisting mainly of alluvial rivers (Savica River, Ukanc Suha River

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