Tag Archives: Slovenia

TiTo

“Tito – A Yugoslavian Icon“ is an exhibition going on until the end of this month. To be precise, you now only have until Friday 28 Feb to see it.   It is the first and largest Tito exhibition in Slovenia, telling the … Continue reading

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Alpe Adria 2014

The Alpe Adria – Tourism and Leisure Show 2014 has opened it’s doors yesterday. It runs from 29 Jan until 1 Feb at Gospodarsko razstavišče, the main exhibition center in Ljubljana. Expect to get a lot of useful information, maps, ideas, … Continue reading

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Postojna cave got electric lighting even before the streets of Ljubljana

One of the biggest tourist attractions in Slovenia is undoubtedly Postojna Cave or Postojnska jama in Slovene, Adelsberger Grotte in German and Grotte di Postumia for the Italians. Almost two centuries ago the cave was opened to the public, and since 1884 it … Continue reading

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River Nadiža

In the westernmost corner of Slovenia, called Breginjski kot Corner, there is a beautiful and surprisingly warm – for this area – river called the Nadiža, or Natisone in Italian where it also flows. Some of it also forms the … Continue reading

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St. Martin’s Day

It is almost here! St. Martin’s Day is a very important day in Slovenia: it’s when, according to our tradition, the year’s grape harvest turns to wine. Even though Ljubljana doesn’t host the conditions for vineyards, we are great admirers … Continue reading

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‘New Square’ with a capital N.

Capital N for a simple reason, that’s its name. Are you asking yourself when was it that it was new? Well, a long time ago! When the walled Medieval Ljubljana became too small, richer people moved to the other side … Continue reading

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How many cars are in Slovenia?

Everyone knows Slovenia is small and some even know there are a bit more than 2 million inhabitants, which is hardly enough for any “real” city around the world. But have you ever thought about how many cars are in … Continue reading

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Mushroom Soup

Mushroom soup is a must while in Slovenia! Creamy or clear, on a plate or in bread cup but always with delicious porcini mushrooms from the forest!

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Leaving Ljubljana to Trieste or Venice airport

A few years ago these connections were non-existent, but luckily with the growth in the number of flights and passengers it’s getting easier to get from Ljubljana to your airplane at Ronchi, Trieste airport or either of the Venice airports … Continue reading

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Nights in the Old Town – Music Festival

This weekend is a weekend to be in Ljubljana. “Stara Ljubljana” – as the locals call the oldest part of Ljubljana – beckons you to join great musicians on little stages and visit local food and drink stands scattered throughout … Continue reading

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