PHOTO: Lake Bohinj in Triglav National Park, Slovenia
Beautiful Lake Bohinj in Triglav Natinal Park in Slovenia, is surrounded by spectacular Karst limestone hills. The trail around the lake can be hiked in about four hours.
Scary Slovenian Folk Traditions
The man behind the counter at Ptuj Castle suggested I begin my tour at a display of costumes and masks from Slovenian folk traditions and tales. “But I have to warn you,” he said. “Just the other day a man told me it was the scariest thing he’d ever seen.” He shook his head when … Read more
PHOTO: Dragon Bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia
One of four dragons that adorn the Dragon Bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Accounts differ as to what the dragons symbolize. One legend says that the city was founded by Jason, who, along with his Argonauts, slew the dragon. Another legend insists that the dragons wag their tales when a virgin crosses the bridge.
PHOTO: Preseren Square in Ljubljana, Slovenia
Preseren Square in Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia, features the Triple Bridge and the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation
PHOTO: Slovene Square in Ptuj, Slovenia
The Town Tower & Town Theater on Slovene Square in Ptuj, Slovenia. The Orpheus Monument, a carved marble Roman tombstone that stands in front of the tower, is probably from the second century and is considered the symbol of Ptuj.
