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Ljubljana – Heart of Slovenia

June 10, 2020

Slovenia’s capital and largest city is one of Europe’s greenest and most liveable capitals; it was the European Commission’s Green Capital of Europe in 2016. Car traffic is restricted in the centre, leaving the leafy banks of the emerald-green Ljubljanica River, which flows through the city’s heart, free for pedestrians and cyclists. In summer, cafes …
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sLOVEnia surprises

October 31, 2013

Ljubljana, which roughly translates to ‘beloved’ in Slovene, may be one of Europe’s smallest capital cities (population 280 000), but its rich cultural scene, youthful vibrancy, offbeat hangouts and impressive baroque buildings more than make up for any shortcoming. Ljubljana castle which sits atop a hill offers panoramic views of the city and there was …
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