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Idrija Top 3 Attractions, Slovenia Guide 2022

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 had an impact not only on the city’s e

Brezice Top 5 Attractions - Slovenia Guide 2022

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 Guide 2022

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?

Krka River, Slovenia - Attractions, Cities & Things to do

October 5th, 2022

The Krka Valley is not the best-known part of the Celje region in Slovenia, but it still has a lot to offer. It is one of the most attractive destinations in Slovenia in terms of natural beauty, outdoor activities, historical and cultural attractions such as spas, wine and food specialties. The source of the river Krka to the southeast is only 30 km from Ljubljana. From here it continues east towards the Croatian border and flows into the Sava River at Novo Mesto. Along the way, you will pass m

Gorenjska Region, Slovenia 2022 - Cities and Attractions

September 30th, 2022

If you only have time to visit one region during your trip to Slovenia, choose the Gorenjska region. Located in the northwest of Slovenia [https://trekhunt.com/en/slovenia], this region has been the most developed area in the country for centuries and has a long tradition of tourism. Here you can see beautiful historic towns, traditional villages, alpine lakes, the mountains of the Alps [https://trekhunt.com/en/tag/alps], and almost all forms of outdoor connection can be found here. By visiti

Vipavski Kriz 2022 - 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 5 priests. ?The town is prote

Jamnica bike park, Slovenia - Map, opening hours, prices ...

September 23rd, 2022

Along the Austrian-Slovenian border, in the northern part of Slovenia [https://trekhunt.com/en/slovenia], you find a bike park called Jamnica - or "Single Trail Park Jamnica". The park’s bike routes are surrounded by mountains, forests and fields - and nearby is Peca Mountain, where Europe’s longest continuous bike trail has been developed. There are more than 10 bike parks in Slovenia. The Jamnica presented here is a lesser-known park - but not less exciting. Quick Details Jamnica Bike Park

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

Volcji Potok Arboretum - The Most Beautiful Garden in Slovenia

September 9th, 2022

The 85-hectare Volčji Potok Arboretum was opened to visitors in 1952. It is the most visited botanical garden in Slovenia [https://trekhunt.com/en/slovenia] and has become known for its spring flower shows in recent years. The arboretum is primarily a botanical garden of woody plants, making it the only one in the country. It was originally part of the Souvan family estate in 1885, which was taken over by the University of Ljubljana in 1952 and declared cultural and natural heritage of national

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

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