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THE BEST THAT NATURE HAS TO OFFER LOCALLY DISTINCTIVE DISHES WHERE NATURE INSPIRES CULTURE HONOURABLE MASTERPIECES Slovenia, European Region of Gastronomy 2021, will Among no fewer than 401 distinctive Slovenian dishes The natural diversity of Slovenia is inseparably connected Slovenia is the land of some of the oldest special features surprise you with its sustainable approaches in cuisine. and drinks, the following are the most well-known: with the cultural wealth of its different regions. Learn about in the world! Chefs swear by using fresh ingredients and they know the Slovenian language with its dual grammatical form and its their journey from the field to the plate. They include • Kranjska klobasa (Carniolan sausage), a Slovenian product more than 30 dialects! Visit ethnographic and other events in • The oldest flute. The more-than-60-thousand-year-old special distinctive elements into their creations, such as with protected geographical indication, which has been popular the countryside, and festivals, museums, and galleries in towns Neanderthal flute found in Slovenia can be seen at the the salt made in the traditional salt pans, honey gathered since 1896; it goes well with sour cabbage and sour turnip. and cities. Visit more than 150 castles and manors, and get a National Museum in . by indigenous bees, pumpkin seed and olive oil, and • Potica, a symbol of Slovenian cuisine, which tastes like sense of the life in historical towns and Plečnik’s Ljubljana. • The oldest wheel with an axle. The 5200-year-old wine, which has been enjoyed here since the antiquity. one of its more than 100 fillings! Diverse flavours of sweet wooden wheel with an axle, which was found in the pile and savoury fillings are also typical for special dumplings UNESCO HERITAGE WITH GLOBAL SIGNIFICANCE dwellings of the , can be seen at the City DISCOVER EXCELLENCE called štruklji. • UNESCO List of World Cultural and Natural Museum of Ljubljana, while the pile dwelling culture can be explored in . The Slovenia Restaurant Awards offers a selection of the • Prekmurska gibanica (Prekmurje layer cake), a cake Heritage: Škocjan Caves · Primeval Beech Forests – top 100 gastronomic points by Slovenian regions. Gault from Pannonian Slovenia, which is also known for the the Krokar primeval forest and the Snežnik Ždrocle • The oldest grapevine. This grapevine, which has been & Millau, one of the three most influential international ceremonial plaited bread called ‘bosman’, is a protected reserve · Heritage of Mercury – Idrija · Prehistoric Pile entered into the Guinness Book of Records, is almost five gastronomic guides, reviewed 130 restaurants, 50 sweet holiday dessert with layers of apple, ‘skuta’ curd Dwellings – the Ljubljana Marshes. centuries old, and still yields wine, grows in the centre of popular gatherings, 50 world-class wine cellars, and 15 cheese, walnut, and poppy seed filling. , Slovenia’s second largest city. microbreweries in Slovenia. Find the very best ones! • Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage • Piran branzino (sea bass), world-class farmed fish, of Humanity: Škofja Loka Passion Play – Škofja Loka · calamari – filled or roasted squid, and ‘klapavice’ or Kurenti door-to-door rounds – Ptuj · Bobbin lacemaking ‘pedoči’ (Mediterranean mussels) prepared in local ways in Slovenia · The art of dry stone walling, knowledge and make up the tastes of Mediterranean Slovenia. techniques – the and Slovenian Istria.

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MEDITERRANEAN WINE-GROWING REGIONS OF SLOVENIA & KARST SLOVENIA If you visit the wine-growing Primorska region, you must taste Teran, in Posavje taste Cviček, and in Podravje taste white wine varieties, such as the Rhein Riesling and Traminec (Traminer). Delicious traditional dishes In addition to the 52 generally known vine varieties that grow LEGEND in Slovenia, make sure to also explore indigenous varieties and Dishes are further supplemented by clean drinking unique wines. You can learn about the special local wines on water, famous mineral water, organically produced wine roads, at ‘osmice’ – temporary wine bars, and in age-old National boNartionalder border fruit juices, various types of beer, spirits typical of each Kurent, Ptuj The oldest grapevine in the world, Maribor Triglav NaTtionalriglav PNaartionalk Park cellars with guided tastings and experiences. individual region and world-class Slovenian wines.

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Slovenia, tourist map, 1:450,000 - 2019, 1st edition • Published by: Slovenian Tourist Board • Concept and editing by: • Cycling in all seasons can be enjoyed in Slovenia due to its Primož Kete, Prof. Branko Rojc, PhD • Cartographic processing, mapping and page layout: Geodetic Institute of Slovenia, diversity in terms of geography and climate. Jamova 2, Ljubljana, Slovenia • Sources: Turistična karta Slovenije, 1:550,000, 2018; data from the Geodetic Institute of Portorož Slovenia and data from the Slovenian Tourist Board. • All rights reserved. Copying, duplicating or remaking the map in part • 10 major mountain sports and recreation centres offer or in whole is prohibited without approval of the Geodetic Institute of Slovenia. active experiences and a whole range of sports in winter APITHERAPY IN THE LAND OF BEEKEEPING and summer. In Slovenia, which encouraged the declaration of World Bee Rafting, Soča river • Be in touch with nature by staying in specialised hiking Day, beekeepers don’t only make honey and honey products, and cycling accommodation, camp sites, boutique glamping but also offer original apitherapy experiences. Relax in apiaries accommodation, and tourist farms. DISTANCES TO LJUBLJANA FROM SLOVENIAN ACCESS TRAVEL TIPS IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS CLIMATE AND TEMPERATURE Find inspiration for your trips by using the free CHOOSE YOUR OWN WAY by resting in api-chambers, breathe the air from bee dwellings WATER. ACTION-PACKED – FROM RIVERS You can come to Slovenia from In order to drive on motorways and expressways, you must use a toll Emergency application Explore Slovenia Travel Guides. Slovenia is full of experiences for people with all kinds of wishes and while lying next to hives, as this will have a beneficial effect AND LAKES TO THE WARM SEA. AND EUROPEAN CITIES AND TOWNS Pick a themed digital publication and explore in anywhere in Europe. Personal or sticker on your vehicle, which can be purchased at petrol stations and Police call centre Fire-fighters JUL JAN interests. Nature and outdoor activities, wellness, culture and cuisine, on your respiratory system, and enjoy a honey massage. Find many other points of sale. Information regarding toll payment for your own way! and unique opportunities make it possible for every day to be different. White waters invite you to come rafting, canyoning, 55 km Lipica 86 km 462 km public means of transport can hosts who is ranked with three, two, or one bee. vehicles with maximum permissible weight of more than 3.5 tonnes Mediterranean hydrospeeding, and to enjoy other adrenaline-fuelled be used to travel between places in the coastal region can be found at www.dars.si. 23,8°C / 73.4 F 4,6°C / 39.2 F Put together a custom-made route for yourself. experiences. The sea, rivers, and lakes have well-maintained 82 km Maribor 130 km Venice 249 km in Slovenia. Please find more Portorož • 2 m information on the routes at The use of dipped headlights is mandatory in Slovenia even while driving swimming areas. Your encounters with water are different, Bovec 131 km Murska Sobota 179 km Belgrade 539 km www.slovenia.info/gettingaround. Continental depending on whether you are stand-up paddleboarding, during the day, and the driver and the passengers must be secured with 113 112 112 79 km Nova Gorica 107 km Dubrovnik 640 km a seatbelt. The mandatory equipment in the vehicle includes a warning in Central Slovenia 21,6°C / 69.8 F 0,4°C / 32 F enjoying a boat ride, scuba diving, sailing, kiteboarding, triangle, a spare bulb kit, a first-aid kit, and a reflective high-visibility Traffic information AMZS – roadside assistance • 220 m surfing, or enjoying fishing or fly fishing. Črnomelj 93 km Novo mesto 72 km 375 km vest. The use of winter equipment is mandatory from 15 November to 24/7 and towing 15 March, or in winter conditions. Alpine AIR. FROM VIEWS WITH A TWIST TO ADRENALINE. Idrija 60 km Portorož 121 km Milan 495 km in the mountains 7,4°C / 44.6 F -7,7°C / 19.4 F Drive safely. Don’t drink and drive! Kredarica • 2514 m Experience tall tree canopies, rock faces, and the special Kobarid 118 km 55 km 408 km The following speed limits apply on Slovenian roads: features of adventure parks. Visit the steepest zipline in Alpine Share your favourite moments on social media Koper 107 km Ptuj 132 km Prague 649 km the world and all different kinds of ziplines. Panoramic 50 90 110 130 in the valleys 17,7°C / 62.6 F -3,7°C / 26.6 F with #ifeelsLOVEnia. km/h km/h km/h km/h 1970 or 1987 or launch sites await paragliders, and lovers of aviation can get Kranj 30 km Škofja Loka 30 km Zagreb 134 km Rateče • 846 m Relaxation in an apiary The Kočevsko region Mountain biking, Krvavec residential area regional roads express roads motorways +386 1 5188 518 +386 1 5305 353 excited about panoramic flights and parachuting. www.slovenia.info 5 Beekeeping, honey, and sweet 4 Take a stroll along a mighty chestnut avenue ALPINE SLOVENIA experiences invite you to Radovljica, in the park of the health resort in Dobrna. a medieval town with a defence moat This is the location of the oldest still and a view of the Karavanke Alps. The operating health resort in Slovenia with a AMONG THE TALLEST MOUNTAINS honestly sweet Radol’ca will excite you tradition over 600 years old. Discover the with its Chocolate Festival. Valley of Mills in the surrounding area. Descend 160 m under the Earth’s 5 AND THE WILDEST WATERS In Kranj, the capital of the Slovenian 6 surface like a miner, and after touring the Alps, which is also the cultural heart of Coal Mining Museum of Slovenia have A famous lake with an island. The largest area of protected nature in Slovenia. An emerald river. Historic Feel the diversity of the therapeutic waters in Pomurje: experience black thermal-mineral water in Moravske Toplice, Explore Slovenia, a green, active and healthy country Slovenia due to its heritage of Slovenia’s some beach experiences on Lake Velenje. 1 thermal and drinking mineral water in Radenci, and green paraffin water in Lendava, where you can also climb up to the towns. Venues for major sporting events. Mysterious corners in the mountains and valleys. The oldest greatest poet France Prešeren, the Nearby, you can also visit the town of which despite its pocket size hides immense diversity. Vinarium Tower with views of four countries. Find the inspiration for wandering through picturesque corners of the vine in the world. Nature and culture. How to experience the special features of Alpine Slovenia? By canyon of the River awaits you Šoštanj with its tannery traditions and Here, everything is close by and easily accessible. It is landscape along the River Mura at the Expano Pavilion near Murska Sobota, which has many virtual experiences. enjoying activities in nature! in the very centre of this charming town. the green Topolšica with a nice spa. the place, where the Alps meet the Mediterranean, the Karst, and the Pannonian Plain. It is the place where 8 2 Meet the Kurenti from Ptuj, the 6 Learn how brewing, beekeeping, and a great number of authentic boutique experiences can In the Upper Valley, you’ll find oldest town in Slovenia with one of herbalism are connected and focus be found, be it nature- or culture-oriented. Discover one of the most beautiful glacial valleys the most interesting carnivals in the on your well-being at the Thermana the first country in the world to be declared a Global in Europe, located in the world. Its unique traditions and the Laško Spa by visiting Laško. The Green Destination. Experience the unforgettable and door-to-door rounds of Kurenti are a health resort below the castle is Landscape Park. Right above it, there is combine diverse experiences: marvel the view from part of UNESCO world heritage. From located right next to the River Savinja, a winding panoramic road, which also the mountains with the salt from the sea, descent into 1 Take a ‘pletna’, a traditional Bled the town with a spa and the oldest not far from the Rimske Terme Spa. provides views of other valleys in the an underground cave or hike along the vastness of boat, to the island on the famous Solčavsko region. On the other side of the wine cellar, head to the Jeruzalemsko- plains. Be the master of your trip through Slovenia and . Hike up to the castle on Savinja Alps, you can explore the stories Ormoške Gorice Hills, the Slovenske Munich Vienna the rock and explore the surrounding of the dairy-farming region of Jezersko Gorice Hills, and the Haloze Hills to experience it in your own way. areas by taking hiking and cycling and the hiking town of Preddvor. find some excellent wine. trails. Visit Bled, the cosmopolitan gem of the Julian Alps. 7 Zagreb In Bohinj explore botanical 2 Gorges and canyons, just like the 7 Visit the nearby Podčetrtek to enjoy some Venice abundance and mountain herdsmen one in which the famous Franja THERMAL PANNONIAN SLOVENIA wellness at the Terme Olimia Spa. See

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surrounding on foot, by will surprise visitors with its special WELLNESS IN HEALTH RESORTS Sotla. Taste apples from the meadow #ifeelsLOVEnia bicycle, on horseback, or on skis. If Shrovetide (‘Pust’) traditions, an orchards in the Kozjansko Regional Park. you’re seeking sport inspiration, visit the archaeological site where the oldest AND GENTLE WINE-GROWING HILLS Take care of your health by visiting 8

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TOURIST MAP MAP TOURIST 46.6 km (GMT + 1) of coastline Central European Time 3 4 11 9 10 All year round, cyclists conquer Slovenia’s highest road mountain pass near In a place where exciting water sports Maribor, the city with the oldest If you’d like to see the best view of the Tour castles in the region Posavje Learn about the globally significant archaeological heritage. In Novo mesto, you Kranjska Gora while hikers climb the summits of the Julian Alps. In winter, alpine await you on the emerald River Soča, vine in the world, is an excellent 1 town of princes, visit the . along the River ! Start your tour can experience the Iron Age at events! When visiting the Dolenjska region along skiers compete here and the best ski-jumpers set records in nearby Planica. hiking trails will also take you to areas starting point for exploring eastern In Celje, you can discover the stories of near the popular Terme Čatež Spa, the River , don’t forget to taste Cviček, a unique Slovenian wine. Enjoy the 2,864 m EURO € where you can witness the heritage Slovenia. On one side, it touches the a family that was once one of the most where you can find the castles Mokrice, beneficial effect of the waters at the Šmarješke Toplice Spa and the Dolenjske the highest peak, Mt. Triglav Currency of World War I. When you visit the Pohorje Hills, which have ski centres 9 11 important noble families of Europe. Brežice, Podsreda, and Kostanjevica Toplice Spa on your health! Soča Valley explore the Walk of Peace and hiking and cycling trails, and Make sure to also visit the nearby hop- na Krki. The castles of Posavje invite EXPERIENCE between Bovec, Kobarid, and , on the other it continues into areas 3 10 producing town of Žalec, which has the you to go upstream towards the castles MORE! Discover 2 and may the Alpe Adria Trail direct famous for wine growing. firstbeer fountain in the world. Rajhenburg and Sevnica. Ljubljana Slovenian hidden corners ALPINE 8 you to the international path towards the capital the official language (also Hungarian and Italian and surprising SLOVENIA 1 in ethnically mixed territories) the . 5 5 4 experiences. 2 4 6 3 6 7 8 6 7 3 7 EXPERIENCE LJUBLJANA MEDITERRANEAN & KARST SLOVENIA & CENTRAL MORE! Discover 6 1 I CHOOSE GREEN hidden corners 2 SLOVENIA THERMAL TRAVELLING AROUND SLOVENIA GLOBAL SURPRISES FROM and surprising PANNONIAN experiences. SLOVENIA 9 IN SLOVENIA WITH A MAP IN MY POCKET! 5 WHERE TO? ANYWHERE! SALT PANS TO KARST CAVES MEDITERRANEAN 10 IN THE FIRST GREEN DESTINATION OF THE WORLD, Travelling makes our wishes come true, satisfies our curiosity fills our heart with joy. While doing this, you can opt for using & KARST SLOVENIA Forget about restrictions. When in Slovenia, I FOLLOW THE ‘SLOVENIA GREEN’ LABEL state-of-the-art technologies and modern gadgets or you can decide to travel in a good old-fashioned way, like a real explorer. An unusual subterranean world. The mysterious life of the ‘human fish’ (proteus or olm). The liveliness of 1 you can visit any place you want. Distances coastal towns. Valuable and traditionally produced salt. The cradle of the white Lipizzaner horses. Areas 4 With a map in your pocket. Such as the tourist map of Slovenia, which is filled with inspiration and tips for excellent trails, famous for wine growing and fruit production. As you explore the special features of Mediterranean & are easily manageable. Pick your favourite 3 4 places, and experiences. Karst Slovenia, your eyes will be wide open! 2 experiences and put together a journey in 3 9

coast - Alps: 130 km or 2 hours drive 2 hours - Alps: 130 km or coast your own way! GREEN And remember: When you’ll experience them in person, the map will become an essential part of your incredible memories. Take a cave train to , 1 6 10 8 Every few years, you can visit Škofja Loka to watch 900 actors enact the Škofja Loka Passion Play, which is also a part of UNESCO heritage. There, various the most visited karst cave in Europe. 5 When I select a destination, accommodation, a park, an agency, or another operator with the This is why we encourage you to use it. Browse through it. Plan your journey with it, by scribbling on it and marking the 7 creative gatherings are available: from artistic to handicraft to culinary. Visit , the largest cave east - west: 300 km or 3 hours drive Slovenia Green label, I am selecting proven sustainable responsibility in tourism. The operators destinations you want to visit. Let this map help you experience Slovenia in the best possible authentic way. castle in the world! Make sure to also with this label meet more than 100 global sustainability criteria of the Green Scheme of Slovenian meet the ‘human fish’ (proteus or Tourism. More information: www.slovenia.info/sloveniagreen. olm), the largest cave animal. SELECT UNIQUE EXPERIENCES! Among other things, traditional Choose among 5-star tourist experiences awarded Go to a primeval forest! In Kočevsko, 4 IN A COUNTRY WITH A CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO CLEAN DRINKING WATER, events invite you to the Brda, a sunny and recommended by the Slovenian Tourist Board. which has the most cohesive forest I AM LEARNING ABOUT THE DIVERSITY OF WATERS landscape known for renowned Experience local, authentic, unique, experiential and habitat in Europe, you can visit another wines and fruit. The best place to sustainably green programmes of premium quality. incredible UNESCO heritage site – the EXPERIENCE MORE! taste fruit and wine is where it grows Find you unique experience at: Krokar Primeval Forest. There, guides Discover hidden corners and and ages in world-class cellars. www.slovenia.info/slovenia-unique-experiences can take you to special observation surprising experiences. areas to safely admire brown bears. 2 7 SLOVENIAN TOURIST BOARD LJUBLJANA & CENTRAL SLOVENIA No matter where you are in Slovenia, high-quality drinking water is guaranteed – drinking from the Dimičeva ulica 13, SI-1000 Ljubljana Learn about the special tap is safe, and in some places even from town drinking fountains. There are no fewer than 87 hot t +386 (0)1 589 85 50 characteristics of Classical Karst, springs with thermal-mineral water and mineral water. Some mineral waters are special at a global f +386 (0)1 589 85 60 which lent its name to all karst LIVELINESS OF THE CAPITAL AND scale. Donat Mg is the richest water in the world in terms of magnesium content. e [email protected] phenomena around the world, in www.slovenia.info the Škocjan Caves Regional Park. IN AN AREA OF INCREDIBLE BIODIVERSITY, 5 Experience the authenticity of old See the largest underground NATURE HIKES TO PRIMEVAL FORESTS I RESPECT BEES canyon and another globally traditions and original stories in significant UNESCO heritage site. Near the medieval town of Piran and the cosmopolitan town of Portorož, visit Short distances between towns and the green surrounding areas. Recognisable architecture. The Bela krajina by the warm River Kolpa. Follow us on social media: traditional salt pans, experience the beneficial effects of one of the most atmosphere of various cultural events. Globally significant cultural, natural, and intangible heritage. Folklore, local handicrafts, wines, and holistic spas and a wellness centre by the sea, enjoy events, and be active Adventures and experiences for every day of the year. You’ll be hard-pressed to find so many diverse excellent dishes are available between in contact with nature. elements of urban and green environment as there are in Central Slovenia. the towns of Metlika, Semič, and Feel Slovenia | www.slovenia.info/facebook 8 Črnomelj. Slovenia, the third most-forested country in Europe, covers less than 0.004 percent of our planet’s surface, while more than 1 percent of all of the known living species on Earth live here. The incredible Feel Slovenia | www.slovenia.info/instagram The Karst Edge with world-renowned climbing sites and Škocjanski Zatok biodiversity is protected by areas of protected nature, which cover more than 37% of Slovenia’s with its birds surround the coastal surface. 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Slovenia Tourism | www.slovenia.info/twitterstb 3 4 5 9 10 1 2 6 7 Visit Lipica, location of the oldest Discover karst phenomena. Be stunned The vineyards and orchards of the Mediterranean flora, vineyards, and Explore the mysteries of a sunken Live like Ljubljana locals. Hike up to the castle, take a walk through the If you visit Idrija, you’ll be impressed If you’d like to experience somewhat Combine the experiences of a medieval town and of green mountain pastures. I use public transport In nature, I act as a guest and I only I prefer to go to nature on foot or whenever possible. take new memories with me. by bicycle, and I do not litter. Slovenian Tourist Board | www.slovenia.info/linkedin Lipizzaner stud farm in Europe. See by the intermittent . Once Valley stretch from Vipava with olive groves surround Ankaran, a town ocean liner and a maritime marketplace and across the bridges designed by the architect Jože Plečnik, by the globally significant UNESCO different adventures in mountain Visit Kamnik and hike up a mountain trail or take a gondola up to where mountain classical riding shows and practices, the water from the karst underground fill it a surprising river source in the centre with nice beaches and the Debeli rtič archaeological park in Izola. Find whose works marked Ljubljana – the green capital of a green country. Choose mining and lacemaking heritage. pastures, head to Cerklje na dairy farmers live in a traditional herdsmen’s settlement on the Velika planina go horse riding in nature, or enjoy a up, you can go for a boat ride on Slovenia’s of town to Ajdovščina with heritage Nature Park. the most beautiful natural beaches from among thousands of events. Take a boat ride on the River to Go down into the tunnel of the second Gorenjskem, where you can be inspired plateau. Try their intricately decorated Trnič cheese, which was once intended for There are bus and train connections to Because everything is accessible here, I don’t disrupt the life in natural carriage ride in the karst landscape. largest lake. Discover the special historical from Roman times and further on to under the Strunjan Cliff and head to the surprising Ljubljana Marshes, which is known for its pile dwellers’ heritage largest mercury mine in the world. by stories from . Rising girls in the valley. Slovenia from numerous European cities. I as almost 40% of Slovenia’s area is environments with motor vehicles. can be transported to most places in Slovenia covered by protected areas of nature and I make sure not to leave behind any and cultural features of the Karst. Visit Nova Gorica, Slovenia’s youngest town, the inland areas to wander amongst inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Experience what it was like to live in Participate in a bobbin lacemaking above this town is Krvavec, a ski centre by environmentally-friendlier forms of almost 60% by forests, I quickly find unnecessary traces. I take litter with me. Published by: Slovenian Tourist Board • Editor: Miha Renko • Design and layout: Studio Terminal d.o.o. • Text: Ines Drame • Front cover photo: Vršič the medieval village of Štanjel and discover which provides entertainment in vineyards and olive groves. the times of pile dwellers in Vrhnika, where the oldest wooden wheel in the world workshop and discover the special offeringskiing to the capital city and Mountain Pass, C. Jazbec – CJ STUDIO d.o.o., Slovenian Tourist Board Archive • Photographs: Slovenian Tourist Board Archive: C. Jazbec – CJ STUDIO transport. Rental bicycles are available in myself in habitats of rare animal and plant I use a reusable bottle. I can pour water d.o.o., T. Jeseničnik, D. Dubokovič, A. Štokelj – Invida d.o.o., J. Gantar, I. Medja – Postojnska jama d.d., M. Šinkovec, D. Grögl – Maribor - Pohorje Tourist the work of the architect Maks Fabiani and casinos right on the border with Italy. was found. features of Idrija lace. Visit a UNESCO the country’s international airport, and many Slovenian towns and cities, and they species. I protect animate and inanimate into it anywhere I go. Board, F. Ferjan, M. Vranič, A. Strohl, M. Lenarčič, Nea Culpa d.o.o., I. Medja, A. Tarfila, T. Bernik, J. Ivančič, Z. Gnezda – ZTK Beltinci, Terme Dobrna the beauty of the Ferrari Garden. In , Above them, you can find paragliding Geopark. Learn how to make a famous in summer it offers experiences in an Archive, A. Kavčnik, Thermana Laško Archive, J. Peternelj – Idrija Heritage Centre, C. Sonvilla, M. Matti, A. Frelih, Studio Virc; Tourist and culture board make exploring the most beautiful corners of nature. I don’t take plants, animals, Kranj Archive: L. Dakskobler; LTO Laufar Cerkno Archive: G. Kalin; Karavanke UNESCO Global Geopark Archive: P. Skrzypiec; Tourist information go on board a submarine and see the items take-off sites. dish called ‘žlikrofi’ (local dumplings adventure and bike park. the city and its surroundings even better! or rocks with me. Centre Brda Archive: D. Simčič; Izola Tourism Archive: L. Kase; Tourism Board Škofja Loka Archive: J. Jocif; Shutterstock • Map: Geodetic Institute of displayed in the Park of Military History. filled with potatoes, onions, etc.). Slovenia • Print: Rolgraf d.o.o. • Impression: 60.000, second issue • November 2019