Slovenia, the country located in central Europe. The country is famous for scenic surrounding from Huge Alps (Mountains), Spectacular Caves, House in Cliff, Adriatic Sea, the Balkans. The country Slovenia share the borders with four countries Hungary, Crotia, Italy, Austria, making it accessible from range of European locations. Planning to these destinations will offer you the opportunity to witness best places in Slovenia and diverse locations that include colourful cities, villages, snow capped mountains, ski resorts, lakes and scenic beaches.
Here we listed best places to visit in Slovenia on your next vacation trip.
Ljubljana
Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. The place is most underrated city considering the hospitality of peoples, delicious and authentic foods. Even though the size of the Ljubljana is that of Glasgow, still the range of distinctive places it greets you with is worth enough. Ljubljana is famous for wide spread green spaces, Ljubljana river with outdoor cafes on the sides, museums consist of both historical and modern arts, sculptures and decors, Ljubljana castles, Dragon Bridge, Relaxing Tivoli Park and old holy Ljubljana cathedral.
The city is well known for picture perfect tromostovje, other name for triple bridge. As the capital, Ljubljana is build with classic Italian architectures. The city was awarded as European Green Capital for its disciplined cycle networks and low emissions transport system.
Best Time to visit : April to May or from September to October
Budget Accommodation : Hotel Lev, Central Hotel, Barbovi Palace, Hotel Center Ljubljana.
Lake Bled
Lake Bled is beautiful picturesque spot in Slovenia. The lake is home to little bled island. Once at Lake Bled island, one is treated with scenery of high perched castle on the cliff, adventurous hiking trails, depth swimming area. Also, you can rent rowboat and explore the Lake Bled water and the surrounding shores on horse.
If you are into foods, one can hop on to lake front cafes and treat yourself with Bled Cream Cake and beer.
Best Time to visit : In Summer from June, July, August or in Winter from September to February.
Budget Accommodation : Apartments Muznik Bled, Viktoria Apartments, Garden House Bled, Carman Guest House.
Triglav National Park
Located in Northwest of Slovenia, the Triglav National Park is surrendered to amazing natural green space. The temperature in the Triglav National Park usually vary from 20 degree Celsius to 5 degree Celsius in the mountains. The Julian Alps situated in the center, make up the most of the area of Triglav National Park which are considered among the best hiking trails for all your adrenaline rush. The adjoining soca valley offer you with refreshing water.
Once reached, you will happen upon numerous cultural attractions in Triglav National Park, namely the Russian Chapel and Memorial Church of the Holy Spirit.
Best Time to visit : April to June
Budget Accommodation : Ramada Hotel and suites, Hotel LUKN'A, Garni Hotel Rute, Accomodation Resman Bohinj.
Piran
Piran is beautiful small city off the adriatic coast. Piran majorly features the popular Peyronie Tartini Square, which is flanked by venetian house which references some great venetian architecture. The holy cultural spot in Piran is St. George Roman Catholic Church, which is placed on top of the hill that give you stunning top view of the Ocean and Piran Town. Another great spot you can venture to is bell tower with huge structure and ancient decor inside. But make sure you dont stand up close to the bell, as it is very loud.
Other things you can do while you be there is venture around the beach, walk on the city walls, visit the Saint Francis Monastery which is on the top of the hill above Piran City.
Best Time to visit : June to September
Budget Accommodation : Guest House Pachamama, Hostel Adriatic Piran, Stara Gostilna, Hotel Piran.
Postojna
As the name suggest, "Postojna" means to stop for a time and embrace all the natural wonders, interesting people, amazing stories and mysterious legends. The well known Notranjska Museum in Postojna, is where you can also see original treasure from Predjama Castle. Postojna is famous mainly for the Longest cave system which was build in 1818 for visit of Francis Emperor to the country.
Venture around Long Mesmerising Planina Caves located inside tunnel of the Unica River, Evident the reminiscence Ravbar Tower from the medieval "Little Castle" that once stood here, unique Predjama Castle build on vertical cliff in Postojna.
Best Time to visit : June to September
Budget Accommodation : Prenočišča Miklavčič, Rooms Gril, Guesthouse Sanabor, Hostel Proteus.
Ptuj
Ptuj is considered to be the oldest town in Slovenia for every reason, from castle just above the town to wine cellers in almost every house. Another interesting places in Ptuj must be mightest Ptuj town tower, beautiful Ptuj Castle that provide you with panoramic view of city with red-tiled roofs and sight to the Drava River, Cultural domician monastery, huge minorite monastery library which is responsible for all the ancient 5000 books and magnificent orpheus monument made of white marble.
After Ljubljana, Ptuj is place that marks its importance in the historical area. Not to mention, make sure to experience the unique Kurentovanje carnival, which is the biggest cultural-ethnographic event celebrated in order to ward off evil spirits with their bells and clubs. After the dayy out Rejuvenate yourself in Thermal Ptuj Spa,
Best Time to visit : April to September
Budget Accommodation : Hotel Roškar, Guesthouse Beno, Apartments Akacijev Izvir, Hostel Sonce.
Celje
Celje is third biggest town in Slovenia. Celje is coalesce of culture and natural beauty which includes Celje Cathedral where you realise and embrace the true power of wisdom. Celje showcases perfect blendd of tall trees cladded mountains in the south and beautiful cityscapes in the north. Crowning the forest of Celje is the popular Drevesna Hiša Treehouse and the rigorous adventure trails.
Down the historical places, Celje is graced with some of best places from Revivalist style huge mansions, civic municipal buildings, the ancient resurgent Landgraviate Building, beautiful hilltop enclosed Celje Castle and Great museum and Art Gallery about contemporary life of ancient Celje habitants. Take ride in the heritage steam train and embrace the country side of Celje, After visit to all the above places, have rest on the Šmartinsko Jezero river front. To sum up the day, treat yourself with Traditional foods of Celje.
Best Time to visit : May, June and September
Budget Accommodation : Hotel Gostilna Triglav, Gorska Reka, MCC Hostel, Hotel Evropa.
Kranjska Gora
Kranjska Gora, town in the northwestern region of Slovenia. The place is the destination for all your adrenaline sporting spirit. In winter, visitors and athletes tend to benefit the frequent snowfall and the steep trails. Not just the snow, one should also visit humongous Mount Trigalav, which is considered the highest peak and national symbol of Slovenia. While enroute to vrata, get off the car and visit the beautiful Peričnik Waterfall falling off the 52 metres high trench.
Best Time to visit : June to September
Budget Accommodation : Ramada Hotel and Suites, Hostel LUKN'A, Apartments and Rooms Banić, Raibl.
Koper
Similar to other regions of Slovenia, Koper is surrounded by mountains and oceans equally. Teto Square in center of Koper, is about the Cathedral of assumption with majestic bell tower. Furthermore, the Former Praetorian Palace from the 15th Century is now government office of Koper. Above the Praetorian Palace, one can definitely go and climb vertical steps of bell tower if you want to have look of koper port and town.
Just to the southwest of Trieste or Italy, koper operates the major and only seaport in Slovenia that ages around 6th Century old. Just behind the port is hundred hectares of grape plantation which is used to make Vines. If you in to drink, then hop on to the one of the their VinaKoper Vines and have sip for yourself.
Best Time to visit : June to September
Budget Accommodation : San Simon Hotel Resort, Apartma prana, Hotel Keltika, Hostel BellaVista.
Maribor
After Capital Ljubljana, Maribor is the second largest city in Slovenia. Placed in the Vine cultivated region, Styria celebrate the pride and honour the ritual every year with their popular old vine festival. Visit the Maribor Castle Square in the center of the city that depicts the St Florian Statue, the patron saint of firefighters and chimney sweeps. Mark your foot for walk from the avenue surrounding most remarkable architectonic buildings, the National Liberation Monument and the Reddish Franciscan Church.
The most important sacred temple in Maribor, is the Maribor Cathedral, a Roman Catholic church, stands on the one of the most charming places in Maribor, Slomskov Square. The Piramida Hill is a good place to see the city from high up, to admire and enjoy a wonderful view of the whole city.
Best Time to visit : August and September
Budget Accommodation : Apartments Akacijev Izvir, Rooms Klampfer, Anna House, Guest House Pohorska Kavarna.
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