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Republic of Slovenia, former republic of Yugoslavia

Regions and destinations in Slovenia: Julian Alps, Ljubljana and Surroundings, Coast and Karst, Pohorje Mountains, Carniola, Savinjska Region, Dolenjska and Bela Krajina Regions, Pomurje Region.

Bled [ castle, lake ], Bohinj, Koper, Kransjka Gora [ winter sport ], Maribor, Zirovnica, Zrece

This unique and little known part of Europe has much to offer, whether you enjoy walks or cycle routes; Gothic, Baroque and vernacular architecture; industrial archaeology; good food and drink; or simply want to escape from the pressures of urban life – there is something here for everyone.

Slovenia has always been the most 'Western-Europe' part of Yugoslavia.

Capital City of Slovenia: Ljubljana


campings, car hire, hostels, hotels, rental homes, tour operators, travel guides, transportation / traveling to slovenia

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Camping

 Camp Liza in Bovec
The camp is an ideal starting-point for a great many activities, for example: kayaking, rafting, fishing, cycling, walking , mountaineering and visiting the natural and historic sights of Bovec.

Car Rental Slovenia

 Avis
 Budget Rent A Car
 Hertz

Rental Homes Slovenia

 Bled - portal site
 Promotional Bureau Slovenia
Specialised in promoting Slovenia and in renting and selling holiday homes in Slovenia.

Hostels

 Hostelbookers.com  - Great Hostels, Free booking
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here are offering realtime prices and availability.
 Bled - portal site
 Mountain Association of Slovenia
The Alpine Association of Slovenia has a list of 150 mountain lodges and can arrange hut reservations and mountain guides

Hotels in Slovenia

 Royal Media Ljubljana Hotel & Casino ****, Dunajska cesta 154, 1000 Ljubljana
The hotel is certainly one of the most technologically advanced worldwide as it offers unprecedented services, still very rarely seen in the hospitality sector. Domina Grand Media Hotel is specifically designed for business people, but also for holiday travellers: it provides conference and meeting facilities, as well as entertainment opportunities ranging from Wellness Club Sense to a Casino
 Expedia.com
 Hotels.com
 Bled - link to hotels in Bled
 Bohinj - link to hotels in Bohinj

National parks

 Kozjansko Regional Park  
 Krajinski park Goričko
 Karst Regional Park 
 Logarska Dolina Landscape Park  
 Parks in Slovene Istria 
 Škocjan Caves Regional Park
Škocjan Caves represent the most important underground phenomenon of Kras region, and are also one of the finest caves in the world. Through the ages Reka river has created the fabulous world of Karst wonders, such as collapse dolinas, natural bridges, subterranean waterfalls, lakes, gorges, rapids, etc.
 Triglavski Narodni Park

Travel Agents / Tour Operators

 Rail Europe - Rail Passes, Train Tickets & Schedules 
 Select Travel
 Topdeck Tours
They take you to the most amazing places in Europe, their experienced tour leaders are the best in the business, and will help create the perfect atmosphere for a great holiday. Topdeck Tours encourage individuality, and the fun just flows naturally.




Travel Guides Slovenia / Related books

 Amazon.com - Books about Slovenia

Lonely Planet Slovenia - by Steve Fallon (Author)
Paperback: 328 pages; Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 5 edition (May 2007); Language: English; ISBN-13: 978-1741044805
The Rough Guide to Slovenia - Edition 2 - by Norm Longley (Author)
The Rough Guide to Slovenia is your definitive handbook to one of Europe''s least discovered countries. The 24-page full-colour introduction highlights all the ''things not to miss'', from Ljubljana''s vibrant nightlife to the stunning cave network at Postojna. The guide reviews all the top hotel and restaurant options to suit every taste and budget and the brand-new ''Author''s Pick'' feature highlights the very best. This updated second edition includes expert guidance on a host of outdoor activities, from mountain hikes to skiing and whitewater rafting. The guide takes a detailed look at Slovenia''s history, folklore, music and wildlife and comes complete with maps and plans for every region.
Paperback: 366 pages; Publisher: Rough Guides; 2 edition (February 15, 2007); Language: English; ISBN-13: 978-1843537250

Transport / How do I travel to Slovenia

Although Slovenia has three international airports [ Ljubljana, Maribor and Portorož ], most of the international flights arrive at Ljubljana Airport.

 Aerodrom Ljubljana - Airport of Ljubljana

 Adria Airways - Flights to Slovenia

  Airline Tickets / Discount Flights

 Slovenian Railways
The network of the Slovenian Railways is linked to all major European cities with modern InterCity and EuroCity trains

 Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana - bus transport in the city of Ljubljana
Fahrplan, Linienplan des Stadtverkehrs, Linienplan des Nahverkehrs Ljubljana-Umgebung

 AMZS - Slovenian RAC - Toll and fuel prices, roads & traffic
 Roadmap of Slovenia and Istria
This a standard accordion-fold road map of Slovenia and bordering areas of Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia with individual street maps of the city centers of Ljubljana, Maribor, Celje, Kranj, Koper, Novo Mesto and Murska Sobota. It is a handy companion to the "Slovenia-Guide".
ISBN 961-90088-4-7

 Online Maps [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castañeda Library - Map Collection Europe  ]


Links 

 Travel Insurance -  online travel and holiday insurance for UK and Irish residents

 Slovenia Tourism - Slovanian Tourist Board

 Republic of Slovenia

 Ljubljana - capital city - Ljubjana Tourist Board - political and cultural heart of the Slovene nation  Ljubljana is a city of culture. It is home to numerous theatres, museums and galleries, and boasts one of the oldest philharmonic orchestras in the world.
General Information, About Ljubljana, Culture and Entertaintment, Accommodation in Ljubljana, Trips and Excursions

 National Tourist Association / Nacionalno Turisticno Zdruzenje
Hotels & Accommodation, Spas&Wellness, Casinos, Golf, Art&Culture, Sports, Farms, Wine & Dine, Tourist places, Attractions, Show caves, Traffic, Events etc.

 Carniola / Province Kranjska / Krain - Regional Capital City Ljubljana
 Dolenjska und Bela Krajina - Region - Heritage Trail trhough Dolenjska and bela Krajina
In Dolenjska and Bela krajina, Slovenia's southern provinces, history is particularly coloured by years of resistance to foreign rule and invasion; and by a strong pride in Slovenian identity. You will find a fascinating heritage of historic places, archaeology, rural tradition, religion, festivals and cultural events.
Combine this with stunning countryside, perfect for walking, cycling, river fishing, boating or just relaxing in; good local wine and food; and friendly, hospitable hosts, and you have the makings of an excellent holiday.
 Dovje-Mojstrana - Julian Alps
 Godz Martuljek
 Julian Alps
 Kransjka Gora Valley - summer & winter - accommodation, food & lodging, events etc.
The mighty Julian peaks and secretive forests from Mojstrana to Ratece invite hikers, mountaineers, cyclists and all who love to breathe the fresh mountain air.
In the heart of the valley is the town of Kranjska Gora which attracts lovers of sport and recreation all year round. After a full day in the open air, there's nothing quite like a good evening meal in a local pub followed by a visit to Kranjska Gora's casino or one of its discotheques. There is fun enough for all.
 Ljubljana and surrounding area - Ljubjana Tourist Board
 Pohorje Mountains and surrounding area - north-western part of Slovenia
Most eastern summit of the European Alps, are at the southern end of the City of Maribor, between river Drava in the north and the Vitanjska valley, Dravinja hills and the Dravsko-Ptujska plain in the south.
 Pomurje - Region - www.pomurje.si/
The dreamy countryside along the Mura River in eastern Slovenia is a land of wide fields and rounded hills, storks and wind-rattles, floating mills, healing waters and energy points, picturesque winegrowing hills, original traditions and dialects, and most of all, a land of hospitable people, who live in Slovenia's largest agricultural region.
 Savinjska - Region
From one of the most beautiful alpine valleys past the medieval castle inspirations of the Celje Counts to mysterious Kozjansko, the Savinjska region offers secret corners of unspoiled nature, thermal and climatic health resorts, towns and cities with interesting pasts and lively presents, hospitable farms, places with sporting challenges . . .
 Zgornjesavska Valley
Located at the far north east of Slovenia where the borders of Slovenia, Austria and Italy meet, the valley is embraced on the north and south by the towering peaks of the Kravanke Mountains and the Julian Alps. In the east its border runs just below the town of Jesenice where the valley opens up towards the Radovljiska valley, extending in the west along the water-stretch between the Sava and the Zilja rivers, just west of Ratece. The Zgornjesavska valley enjoys an Alpine climate with its long, snow-abundant winters and shorter summers with moderate temperatures, easterly winds and sufficient rain to maintain the valley's greenery.

 Begunje - history, sightseeing, recreation, map & links
It would be really difficult to find another so small spot of land with so many natural beauties, historical monuments and places worth seeing, as Begunje has to offer. Here are among others also the famous Draga valley, the Kamen castle ruins, the mighty mountain Begunščica, the Roblek's home and the pub "Pri Jožovcu". Learn about our life, rich history of the Begunje area and discover its curiosities and mysteries.
 Bled - portal site - points of interests, tourist services
 Bohinj - water sports, summer sports, winter sports, excursions, fishing, mountaineering
 Brezje
 Dovje-Mojstrana - Juilan Alps
Mojstrana (641 m) lies at the meeting point of Triglavska Bistrica with the Sava river, in the immediate vicinity of the Triglav National Park.
From Mojstrana, three valleys lead into the very heart of the Julian Alps. Krma valley represents the easiest but also the longest way to Mt. Triglav. Surrounded with georgeous mountains, it is popular for hikes and walks during the whole year (in winter time it is great for ski-touring). Kot valley is remarkable for its solitude and quietness. Overshadowed by the pinnacled north face of Rjavina, it represents the shortest way to the top of our highest mountain (Triglav).
And finally, Vrata valley, the most impressive from the three. It surprises one with its tremendous Triglav North Face, that shuts off the end of the valley like an enormous natural curtain. But the attractions don't end here, there are some other points, worth seeing. Perienik waterfall, Galerije and Educational Natural Path along Bistrica river and through the woods are just some of them... Vrtaška planina, rich for its fauna and flora is one of the most precious parts of the Triglav National Park. Yet, if we go further on, towards Škrlatica, the splendid mountain range of Martuljkova skupina (starting with the mighty Kukova Špica) shows us the real beauty is our mountains. The end of Vrata valley is crosswise closed with Stenar, a baroque formed peak, which rises up to 1500 m into the sky, right behind Aljažev dom (hut).
Dovje (703 m) is a village with a rich history and rural tradition. One of the sunniest villages in Slovenija is located under the deep slopes of Karavanke.
 Godz Martuljek - once called Rute - Kransjka Gora Valley
A small, elongated tourist resort situated in the outstanding beauty of the Alpine environment. The village has given its name to one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the Julian Alps - the Martuljek mountain range with Spik, its highest peak at 2472 metres. The murmur of the countless waterfalls rushing down the Martuljek mountain range provides an irresistible attraction to both romantics at heart and artists.
 Kranjska Gora
The municipality of Kranjska Gora is situated in the area of the Zgornjesavska valley, sometimes spelt Gornjesavska dolina, and also known as Dolina, this is without doubt one of the most picturesque Alpine valleys
 Logarska Dolina - portal site
Sightseeing, accommodations etc.
 Maribor - Maribor Tourist Board
Discovering Pohorje's primeval forest and pure waters offers an unforgettable experience for ramblers as well as lovers of horse riding and cycling. You can also try parachuting, hang gliding, ballooning and tobogganing on grass in the Pohorje Adrenalin Park, where overcoming obstacles is immense entertainment for both young and old alike. Particularly pleasant atmospheres are animated during special events; among the most resounding is certainly the already traditional Golden Fox, a competition for the World Cup in skiing for women.
 Maribor Ski Centre
The Maribor Ski Centre is the biggest ski centre in Slovenia. It has 250 ha of ski-field, 60 km of ski-courses, 27 km of cross-country-courses and a very good equipped snow stadium, where the competitions for The Golden Fox Trophy are held every year.
 Murska Sobota - largest city in Pomurje - City of Murska Sobota
Boasts the Renaissance Sobota Castle in the shelter of two-century-old oak trees. The castle houses the Regional Museum. Nearby Rakičan Manor offers a wine cellar and an equestrian center. Among the sacral monuments of Pomurje, the church in Bogojina restored by the architect Jože Plečnik and the Romanesque rotunda in nearby Selo, which belongs among the oldest buildings in Slovenia, are a special treat.
 Radovljica -
 Postonja Cave
The mysterious Postojna cave world is the part of Slovenia which has been carved, shaped and created by water; deep within these world-famous caves hide the most precious beauty created through millions of years, drop by drop, year after year...
The 20-kilometre-long underworld system is a miracle in itself, but one becomes truly astounded at the look of the mysterious "human fish" (Proteus Anguinus), wondering at the strange form of life preserved in the underground kingdom. Another mystery of the underground.
Also to be entered from: The Black Cave | The Pivka Cave | The Otok Cave | The Planina Cave | The Cave under the Predjama Castle
 Soca Rafting - hydrospeed, mountainbiking, kajakken, canyoning enz.
 University of Ljubljana
The University of Ljubljana was established in 1919 on the foundations of a long- established pedagogical tradition. For almost half a century it remained the only Slovenian university until it was joined [ beginning of the eighties ] by the University of Maribor and not so long ago by the University of Primorska on the coast of Slovenia.
 University of Maribor
 Vintgar Gorge [ canyon ] - Bled 
This ravine in the immediate vicinity of Gorje, approximately 4 km north-west of Bled, was discovered by Jakob Žumer, the Major of Gorje, and the cartographer and photographer Benedikt Lergetporer in February 1891.
 Weather in Slovenia
 Zgornjesavska - Kransjka Gora Valley
Little valley in the North of Slovenia between the Julian Alps ant the Karawanken. One of the most beautiful places in Slovenia

Cuisine - Slovenian Cooking

Slovenian cuisine is composed of various regional and local cuisines that slowly developed on the basis of the natural assets of the area and the influences of neighbouring culinary traditions: Mediterranean, Alpine, and Pannonian. The western influence brought more pasta and vegetables into Slovenian cooking. The influence of Viennese cuisine, first known to Slovenian townsfolk and subsequently spread to rural kitchens, brought breaded and pastry items, while the Pannonian influence added spicier flavours.

 Slovenian Cooking by Andrej A. Fritz
64 pages, paperback; Second edition: 2003; ISBN 96190888X
The booklet details 140 old and not so old national dishes, which cherish a rich tradition in Slovenia. Throughout the centuries some of them have managed to preserve themselves to this day. A different ground structure and varying climate in some areas as well as economic and cultural factors have contributed their part in creating 40 culinary regions. These are characterized by different eating habits and typical dishes.

History of Slovenia

Independence: 25 June 1991 (from Yugoslavia)

 Slovenia's History
It is believed that the Slavic ancestors of the present-day Slovenians settled in the area in the 6th century. In the 7th century the Slavic Duchy of Carantania, the first Slovenian and first stable Slavic state, was formed. In 745, Karantania lost its independence and became to all intents and purposes a part of the Frankish empire. Many Slavs gradually became converted to Christianity.
Around 1000, the Freising manuscripts were written, representing the first written document in Slovenian and the first ever Slavic dialect written in Latin script. During the 14th century, most of Slovenia's regions passed into ownership by the Habsburgs whose lands .... See for more Wikipedia
  Slovenia and the Slovenes  - by Cathie Carmichael, James Gow
One of Europe's smallest countries, with a population of less than 2 million, Slovenia has an ancient and distinct national culture. It emerged in 1991 after fighting a brief war of independence to leave behind the remnants of Tito's Yugoslavia. Traces of the Slovene language are found in documents of the ninth century, a system of peasant democracy is recorded in medieval times, and a Slovene Bible appeared as early as 1557. This volume provides a comprehensive survey of Slovenia and its people, including details of political, economic, military and cultural life.
Paperback 245 pages (October 18, 2000); Publisher: C. Hurst & Co 

Music, Culture & Entertainment

The music of Slovenia [ l 'domaca zabavna glasba' ] is closely related to German, Austrian and Istrian because of its common history and Alpine and littoral culture. In the minds of many foreigners, Slovenian folk music means a form of polka that is still popular today, especially among expatriates and their descendants in the area of Cleveland, Ohio.
The ensemble Bratov Avsenik is one of the example. They are still popular in Slovenia.

 Jannie's homepage - Sloveense muziek
 Slovene Public Libraries

Web Portal / Slovenian Search Engine / Directory

 Mat'Kurja
 Naidi.si

 Telecom Slovenia - no online number searching
 Yellow Pages Slovenia


Municipalities and urban municipalities : Ajdovscina, Beltinci, Bled, Bohinj, Borovnica, Bovec, Brda, Brezice, Brezovica, Cankova-Tisina, Celje*, Cerklje na Gorenjskem, Cerknica, Cerkno, Crensovci, Crna na Koroskem, Crnomelj, Destrnik-Trnovska Vas, Divaca, Dobrepolje, Dobrova-Horjul-Polhov Gradec, Dol pri Ljubljani, Domzale, Dornava, Dravograd, Duplek, Gorenja Vas-Poljane, Gorisnica, Gornja Radgona, Gornji Grad, Gornji Petrovci, Grosuplje, Hodos Salovci, Hrastnik, Hrpelje-Kozina, Idrija, Ig, Ilirska Bistrica, Ivancna Gorica, Izola, Jesenice, Jursinci, Kamnik, Kanal, Kidricevo, Kobarid, Kobilje, Kocevje, Komen, Koper*, Kozje, Kranj*, Kranjska Gora, Krsko, Kungota, Kuzma, Lasko, Lenart, Lendava, Litija, Ljubljana*, Ljubno, Ljutomer, Logatec, Loska Dolina, Loski Potok, Luce, Lukovica, Majsperk, Maribor*, Medvode, Menges, Metlika, Mezica, Miren -Kostanjevica, Mislinja, Moravce, Moravske Toplice, Mozirje, Murska Sobota*, Muta, Naklo, Nazarje, Nova Gorica*, Novo Mesto*, Odranci, Ormoz, Osilnica, Pesnica, Piran, Pivka, Podcetrtek, Podvelka-Ribnica, Postojna, Preddvor, Ptuj*, Puconci, Race-Fram, Radece, Radenci, Radlje ob Dravi, Radovljica, Ravne-Prevalje, Ribnica, Rogasevci, Rogaska Slatina, Rogatec, Ruse, Semic, Sencur, Sentilj, Sentjernej, Sentjur pri Celju, Sevnica, Sezana, Skocjan, Skofja Loka, Skofljica, Slovenj Gradec*, Slovenska Bistrica, Slovenske Konjice, Smarje pri Jelsah, Smartno ob Paki, Sostanj, Starse Store, Sveti Jurij, Tolmin, Trbovlje, Trebnje, Trzic, Turnisce, Velenje*, Velike Lasce, Videm, Vipava, Vitanje, Vodice Vojnik, Vrhnika, Vuzenica, Zagorje ob Savi, Zalec, Zavrc, Zelezniki, Ziri, Zrece


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