Temples and cathedrals in Ljubljana

Q: In what architectural style are the key buildings of the historic center of Ljubljana built?

The center of Ljubljana is a textbook on styles: from the Gothic Cathedral of St. Petersburg. Nikolai before the modern building of the Cooperative Bank. José Plecnik, a pupil of Otto Wagner, created a unique "Ljubljana style", mixing Viennese secession with antique elements. This is especially evident in the National Library with its pyramidal windows and Egyptian motifs.

Q: Where to go in Ljubljana with children for educational rest?

The city zoo on Rozhnik Hill contains rare Carpathian lynxes, and the Technical Museum displays the first Slovenian aircraft. Children's cultural platform "Stream" near the Ljubljanica River offers interactive water experiments. In Tivoli Park there is a mini-train past the baroque palace of the XVII century.

Q: Where to take the most atmospheric photos in Ljubljana?

The embankments of Ljubljanica with multicolored houses of the XVII-XVIII centuries create "Venetian" shots, especially at the Krizhank monastery. The terrace of Nebotichnik, Yugoslavia’s first skyscraper in 1933, overlooks the tiled roofs. Plechnik’s arched bridges and reflections in the water are ideal for symmetrical shots at sunset.

Q: What little-known historical sites of Ljubljana are tourists missing?

The Roman wall of the first century AD at the foot of the Castle Mountain is evidence of Emona, the predecessor of Ljubljana. In the courtyard of the Philharmonic preserved the only in the city of the Turkish fountain of the XVIII century. The dungeons of Vodnik Square hide medieval granaries, now turned into art spaces.

Q: What legends are associated with the sights of Ljubljana?

The Dragon Bridge is decorated with four snakes from the myth of Jason and the Argonauts who allegedly founded the city. In the niches of the town hall is hidden the sculpture “Court of Paris” – the memory of Napoleon’s visit in 1809. It is said that underground passages from the Ljubljana Castle lead to the secret vaults of the Order of the Templars.

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Franciscan Church of the Annunciation

The Franciscan Church of the Annunciation is in the top of the most beautiful temples of Ljubljana. It was built in the middle of …

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St. Florian's Church

The Church of St. Florian is a church with a rich history, many outstanding people have invested their strength and soul in its cr …

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Ursulina Church of the Holy Trinity

In the capital of Slovenia, in Ljubljana there is a beautiful spiritual place - the Ursulina Church of the Holy Trinity. This anci …

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Krizhanka Church

Križanke Church, located in the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana, is a truly magnificent and luxurious place. This historical master …

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St. James' Church

St James's Church is a model of Baroque. Dating from 1613-1615. It was the first Jesuit temple. The authors of the project are Fra …

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Postojna Cave, Predyama Castle, auto-pedestrian excursion

You will go to the famous karst area in the city of Postojna, where the Postojnaya Cave is located, which is by far the largest cl …

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Ljubljana from the inside - at the crossroads of many cultures and roads

I invite you to know Ljubljana from the inside out! Feel the local flavor of Ljubljana. Admire the medieval city, the architectura …

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For nature lovers – the valley of the river Kamniška Bistrica, Velika Planina

First we will visit the old Slovenian town of Kamnik, not far from which Velika Planina is located (1600 m). This place is located …

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Browse true Slovenian dishes and at the same time get acquainted with the capital of Ljubljana

Ljubljana dishes have always had a special taste!A culinary walk through the old streets of the city of LubljanaCulinary walk is d …

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