Slovenia is a relatively small country in
area, half the size of Switzerland for example, tucked into a mountainous
corner between Austria, Italy, Hungary, Croatia, and the Adriatic Sea.
Everything in Slovenia is in abundance: the majestic Alps with their
glacial valleys, rivers, and lakes, plenty of forests, mysterious karst
caves, the warm Adriatic.From the steep slopes of the Alps you can reach
the world of olives and vineyards in less than three hours. Slovenia's
natural features and cultural and historical sites offer plenty of variety
for a holiday.
You can explore the underground world of grottoes, walk in the clean
mountain air of the Triglav National Park, climb the peaks of the Julian
Alps, admire medieval treasures of old cities and towns and enjoy their
museums, concerts, international festivals, fairs, and events, or play on
spectacular golf courses. Try your luck in casinos, enjoy the culinary
arts and wines of Slovenia.
The contrast of Slovenia's landscape surprises first time visitors, all
within the country's 20,256 square kilometers. About fifty kilometers from
the capital, Ljubljana, are the Julian Alps, where fairy tale Lake Bled
glistens; the Postojna Caves, the largest in Europe, are 35 minutes' drive
from the capital on a modern expressway; and Portoroz, a sunny seaside
resort, is just over 100 kilometers from Ljubljana.
Peaceful and quiet, Slovenia's population of two million is an integrated
society. Nearly 90 percent are Slovene and about 10 percent are Italian,
Hungarian, or nationalities from the former Yugoslav republics. Most
Slovenes speak English, German, or Italian as their second language.
Ljubljana, Slovenia's attractive medieval
capital, is very cosmopolitan. The city is dominated by an ancient castle
and adorned with baroque churches and classical public buildings. The city
has an attractive artistic life, especially in the domain of the
performing arts; an international festival is held here every summer.
(courtesy :
Welcome
to Slovenia)
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