Attractions
Ljubljana offers a host of sightseeing attractions and things to
do. Visitors can enjoy the Baroque architecture of the Cathedral of
St Nicholas or the medieval Ljubljana Castle which watches over the
city. Other things to do in Ljubljana include visits to the
National Museum and Joze Plecnik House. For outdoor activities in
Ljubljana visitors can include a visit to Tivoli Park or the
Ljubljana Zoo on their Slovenia holiday itineraries.
National Museum
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 detailsJoze Plecnik House
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...
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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 detailsCathedral of St Nicholas
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...
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