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Kropa – the unique heritage of iron-forging in Slovenia

Kropa – the unique heritage of iron-forging in Slovenia

When we took off from Ljubljana to a village of Kropa on a September morning, the day looked just perfect to be visiting the Gorenjska region of Slovenia. The late summer sunbeams were tenderly gliding over the green landscapes, while the eyes were resting high 

Welcome to the herbal heaven in Slovenske Gorice!

Welcome to the herbal heaven in Slovenske Gorice!

We went to the heart of Slovenske Gorice, Slovenian hilly north-east region. The purpose of our trip was to visit herbalist Danica Kolarič and her beekeeper husband Jože Kolarič. On their property in Sveta Ana (St. Ana) Danica and Jože have created a true rural 

Nana Bistro: Discover Culinary Comfort In the Heart of Maribor

Nana Bistro: Discover Culinary Comfort In the Heart of Maribor

Indulge in cosy elegance of Nana Bistro – a bistro worth savouring. Nana Bistro is located in a central area of Maribor, which can be convenient for visitors exploring the city. Brunch at Nana If we could brunch every day, we would do it in 

INTERVIEW: Sonja Bezjak: Guardian of the river Mura

INTERVIEW: Sonja Bezjak: Guardian of the river Mura

Sonja Bezjak grew up in a place called Trate in north-eastern corner of Slovenia (near the border with Austria), just a stone throw from the Mura river. Her time spent along the river banks is full of fond memories. When she talks about Mura, it 

The Slovenian Cave That Might Have Inspired Dante’s Hell

The Slovenian Cave That Might Have Inspired Dante’s Hell

Legend has it that the medieval Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265 -1321) stayed in Tolmin for a short period of time. While exploring the surroundings, he visited the nearby Tolmin Gorge and its Zadlaška Cave, which supposedly inspired him to write the darkest verses of 

The Art of Slovenian Shoemaking In The Tržič Museum

The Art of Slovenian Shoemaking In The Tržič Museum

Not only Italians, Slovenes too were once famous throughout Europe for their shoemaking skills, high quality shoes and great shoe design. Therefore, visiting Tržič Museum in a small town of Tržič near the Austrian border is a MUST for every shoe lover! Only an hour 

Green European Capitals: Ljubljana holds the prestigious title

Green European Capitals: Ljubljana holds the prestigious title

The European Best Destinations (EBD) – a travel website developed to promote culture & tourism in Europe, ranked Ljubljana at the very top of the selection of the 20 Best Green Capitals in Europe! The capital of Slovenia has not only been ranked the #1