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Plečnik House

The exhibition brings together not only sketches, plans, models, and photographs relating to Plečnik's famous creations such as the National and University Library in Ljubljana, the Ljubljana Central Market, and the Church of St Michael in the Marshes, but also plans for buildings that never saw the light of day, the most notable being the Cathedral of Freedom, intended to house the Slovenian Parliament. Plečnik House complex Plečnik House comprises a complex of two neighbouring houses and an adjacent garden with a lapidary, which, along with Plečnik's original furniture, library, drawing tools, personal belongings, and a large archive of sketches, plans, photographs, and models all form part of the Plečnik Collection.

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Ljubljana Marshes

Cultural heritage The Ljubljana Marshes are also an archaeologically important area. One of the most significant finds is the oldest preserved wheel with an axle in the world, which dates back to the time when the area was inhabited by pile dwellers, around 5200 BC.

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Poljane Creative Quarter

Just a step away from the bustling market and the lively city streets, a world of small but characterful spaces opens up—where local flavours, artistic creators, and everyday (and not-so-everyday…

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Untitled Stran s traso

Untitled Stran s traso © Jaka Ivančič © Jaka Ivančič © Jaka Ivančič © Jaka Ivančič © Jaka Ivančič A colourful pre-Alpine landscape on the edge of Ljubljana Polhograjska Grmada is one of the most beautiful and popular hiking destinations in the Polhov Gradec Dolomites, a rugged pre-Alpine landscape practically on the edge of the capital.

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Menu 1 Urban Ljubljana

Main course: Roasted pork ribs For the main course on the Urban Ljubljana menu, you will be able to taste a timeless Slovenian classic – roasted pork ribs with homemade side dishes, prepared by Gostilna pri Mari, one of the most authentic spots for traditional cuisine in Ljubljana. Historically, roasted ribs were a symbol of rich festive lunches, where long preparation and roasting in a bread oven ensured unforgettable tenderness and a characteristically crispy skin.

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Summer in the city: how to stay cool in Ljubljana?

What to do in Ljubljana when the weather is very hot? Even though most of the city's main sights are outdoors, there are quite a few options available to enjoy our city while staying cool. © Arhiv Turizma Ljubljana Summer days in Ljubljana are just ideal for enjoying the day in one of the city's outdoor cafes, exploring numerous nature paths in and around Ljubljana, taking a swim or even learning how to sup on Ljubljanica river.

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Short but sweet: Stari Grad and its amazing views of the Alps

I’d driven past it many times, always towards jagged mountain peaks of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, and so it wasn’t until two years ago when I finally decided to visit Stari Grad with my family. As it turned out, it’s one of the coolest and most scenic short hikes in Slovenia. It’s a family-friendly 35-minute trail that teaches about wildlife and nature, and ends with amazing views over the Alps and Kamnik.

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A winter fairy tale and stunning scenery above Vrhnika

As fog lingers among the busy streets of Ljubljana, a small town on the south-western edge of the Ljubljana Moors and its embracing rolling hills lure young families, trail runners and other adventurers for a nice day in the sun. One of the most visited hills above Vrhnika might be small in size but totally and utterly captivating. The thing about Slovenia is that every settlement, no matter how small, has its own favoured hill where everyone goes to get their weekly (daily?)

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The region of Central Slovenia at EXPO Milano 2015

Another one of this year's cultural highlights in Ljubljana will also be the 60th edition of International Biennial of Graphic Arts, organized by the International Centre of Graphic Arts - one of the oldest and most renowned events of its kind in the world. The entertainment programme The dragon mascot of Ljubljana will be on the premises, offering visitors a chance to take their photos with him.

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Ljubljana Receives Meetings Star Award

The Kongres Magazine and Conventa presented the Meetings Star Awards for the fourteenth time last night in the Linharjeva Dvorana Hall of Cankarjev Dom, recognizing the best congress destinations…

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