Ljubljana (pronounced lyoob-lyAH-nah) in Slovenia is a delightful city that is full of galleries, museums and artists. It has a population of just over 300,000 and it is considered a small capital city within Europe. Peak season in Ljubljana is from July through to August and many hotels will be fully booked. Establishments from the Communist era feature sports facilities and saunas but are gargantuan structures that tend to lack in soul. Castle hotels and turn-of-last-century hotels will be more romantic.
Top Ljubljana Attractions
The oldest departmental store in Ljubljana is the Centromerkur, a splendid art nouveau styled building that dates from 1903.
The Kobilarna Lipica is where the famous white Lipizzaner horses originated. It was established in 1580 by Karl II. They are still bred to perform here and for riding instruction.
Dunajska 18 is the biggest and oldest restaurant and wine shop in Slovenia. It houses more than 300 wines from about 150 winemakers from Slovenia.
Postojnska Jama highlights a large network of caves where underground passageways measure 14 miles (23 km) long. Miniature train tours take a visitor for 4.5 miles (7 km) through a succession of well-lit rock formations. Snakelike fish that are colourless and eyeless can be seen in the aquarium. They are this way due to living in total darkness for many millennia, and they live up to about 60 years old. Temperatures average 46 degrees F (8 degrees C) throughout the year.
Ljubljana Hotels
Ljubljana accommodation is well run, smartly furnished and generally clean. The last decade has seen many hotels being upgraded and refurbished. Alternatives to cheap hotels in Ljubljana could include private rooms or apartments to let. Many hotels offer a better rate when staying longer than for three days. The rates will also usually include breakfast.