Cultural tourism
Slovenia is a land of many castles, manor houses and fortresses that have been built over the centuries. Many castles, such as Bled Castle, Ljubljana Castle and Predjama Castle, have been preserved and offer historical experiences, exhibitions, weddings, concerts and even accommodation. Many castles are surrounded by romantic parks and offer exquisite cuisine, creating the ideal backdrop for visitors who want to experience Slovenia's history and culture.
Slovenia offers a rich selection of museums and galleries that reveal the country's cultural and natural treasures. Among the best known are the National Museum of Slovenia, the National Gallery of Slovenia and the Technical Museum of Slovenia. Highlights include finds from prehistoric times, such as a Neanderthal flute, and works by Slovenian impressionists and contemporary artists. Slovenia is also home to a number of unusual museums, preserving heritage ranging from motoring to space technology.
Slovenia offers a number of creative arts centres that excite lovers of contemporary culture and art. Among the most important are Ljubljana's Cukrarna, the Rog Centre, the Božidar Jakac Gallery, the upcoming Rotovž Centre in Maribor and the Lah Museum in Bled. These centres bring together different artistic genres, from visual arts to design and architecture, and facilitate collaboration between creators and visitors. The rich programme includes exhibitions, workshops and events.
Centres of creative arts in Slovenia
Interactive guides to Slovenia's cultural trails
Interactive guides to Slovenia's cultural trails allow you to explore historical, cultural and natural attractions in an innovative way. The trails lead through key Slovenian destinations rich in cultural heritage and include digital tools that provide visitors with additional information in real time. They allow visitors to discover local stories, legends and cultural landmarks via their smart devices, enriching the experience and making it easier to plan their itinerary.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Slovenia has four UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
The Škocjan Caves: A magnificent karst cave system, famous for its deep underground canyons and caves, and one of the largest karst phenomena in the world.
Prehistoric pile-dwellings in the Ljubljana Marshes: Remains of settlements on piles from prehistoric times, revealing how people lived in these wetlands.
Idrija: A centre of mercury mining heritage with one of the oldest mines in the world.
Ancient beech forests: Part of a wider area of primeval forests in Europe, important for their biodiversity and natural conservation.
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