Of tales and secrets

Meetings Why Ljubljana Of tales and secrets

The untold stories and forgotten memories of Ljubljana.

The Congress of Ljubljana - 200th anniversary

The first four months of 2021 mark the 200th anniversary of the Congress of Laibach (modern day Ljubljana), which took place in 1821, and was the biggest political event in Slovenia in the 19th century.

Cukrarna through the years - from sugar factory to the special venue and gallery space

In the first half of the 19th century, the sugar factory Cukrarna was considered one of the most important industrial facilities in Slovenia. Its history is rich and fascinating. The recent renovation has turned it into a large space used for completely different purposes.

The Grand Hotel Union and its historical splendour

In over a century of existence, the Grand Hotel Union has been an important co-creator of the political and social life of Ljubljana and Slovenia.

The bohemian past of Hotel Mrak

The history of Hotel Mrak, located in the centre of Ljubljana Old Town, reveals a nonconformist life of Slovenian artist Ivan Mrak.