The symbol of Ljubljana is not by chance the dragon – it plays a special role in both the city's history and culture. The myth of the Argonauts According to one of the oldest legends, Jason and the Argonauts , when they arrived in the region of the Ljubljanica River in search of the Golden Fleece, encountered a huge dragon in the marshy area. In a heroic fight, Jason defeated the monster, the memory of which has survived for centuries and over time has become the symbol of

Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, is considered by many to be one of Europe's best-kept secrets. Although it has a population of just over 300,000, it combines the hustle and bustle of a big city with the tranquility of a small town. A place where the cobblestone streets of the medieval old town, Art Nouveau buildings and a modern, youthful cultural life coexist in perfect harmony. A little history Ljubljana's history dates back more than two thousand years. The city was fo

Vintgar Gorge – one of Slovenia's most magical natural wonders The legendary Vintgar Gorge was shaped and shaped by glaciers: when they began to melt and retreat, Lake Bled was formed in the valley. At that time, the Radovna River began to carve a new path for itself at the lowest point between the Hom and Boršt hills. After the end of the last ice age, the water stubbornly continued to shape the Vintgar Gorge. Only at the end of the pass, due to the harder rock, was the diff

Perched on a steep cliff above the picturesque Lake Bled, Bled Castle (Blejski grad) is not only one of the oldest castles in Slovenia, but also one of the country’s most iconic landmarks. The castle offers breathtaking views of the lake’s turquoise waters, the famous small island, and the peaks of the Julian Alps. But Bled Castle is more than just a beautiful panoramic site: its walls preserve over a thousand years of history and exciting legends. History of the castle Ble

The Island and the Wishing Bell One of Slovenia's most iconic sights is Lake Bled , surrounded by lush green mountains and with a tiny island in the middle. The fairytale setting is often referred to as one of Europe's most romantic destinations - and for good reason, as the Church of the Assumption (Cerkev Marijinega vnebovzetja) and its bell tower in the middle of the lake are a treasure trove of legends, customs and mystical stories. Bled Island and the Church The island