The impressive National Museum of Slovenia is housed in a lovely
neo-Renaissance style palace, the most interesting and popular of
Ljubljana's many museums. The permanent exhibition consists of
archaeological material, displayed in chronological order, such as
ancient Palaeolithic artefacts discovered in Karst cave sites... see full details
Architect Joze Plecnik is largely responsible for the city of
Ljubljana being as neat and well-planned as it is, with his
insistence on classical lines and uniform dimensions. The renowned
architect's home and studio, furnished and equipped as he left it,
is open to... see full details
The imposing landmark castle towers over the city, offering
spectacular views of the Ljubljana River and the attractive skyline
of the old town, with the distant Alps providing a backdrop. The
medieval castle with its impressive tower, which was added in the
19th century,... see full details
The magnificent Baroque cathedral, dedicated to the patron saint
of fishermen, dates from the early 18th century, but was renovated
and had beautiful carved bronze doors added for the Pope's visit in
1996. The doors depict the development of Christianity in Slovenia,
and give... see full details