Slovenia is a country in Central Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Slovenia that most people don't know.
Slovenia punches far above its weight for a tiny country — it has the Alps, a Mediterranean coast, karst caves and a UNESCO-listed capital all within 2 hours of each other. Lake Bled with its island church is one of Europe's most photographed landscapes.
Lake Bled is one of Europe's most photographed landscapes.
Postojna Cave is the largest cave system in Europe open to visitors.
Ljubljana was named European Green Capital with a fully car-free centre.
Slovenia has the Alps, Mediterranean coast and Pannonian plains all within 2 hours.
Slovenia punches far above its weight for a tiny country — it has the Alps, a Mediterranean coast, karst caves and a UNESCO-listed capital all within 2 hours of each other. Lake Bled with its island church is one of Europe's most photographed landscapes.
Slovenia is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A glacial lake with a fairy-tale island church and clifftop castle — Europe's most romantic landscape
The largest cave system in Europe open to visitors — 24km of underground passages with a cave train
A castle built into a cave mouth — one of the world's most dramatic castle locations
A beautifully preserved Baroque capital — car-free centre, castle hill and dragon bridges
Slovenia punches far above its weight for a tiny country — it has the Alps, a Mediterranean coast, karst caves and a UNESCO-listed capital all within 2 hours of each other. Lake Bled with its island church is one of Europe's most photographed landscapes.
The capital of Slovenia is Ljubljana.
Slovenia has a population of approximately 2.1M.
The official language of Slovenia is Slovenian.
Slovenia gained independence in 1991.
Slovenia uses the Euro (€).