"Bled" Bled by ursa9

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Bled is a municipality (population 10,899) in northwestern Slovenia in the region of Upper Carniola (Slovenian Gorenjska). It was first mentioned on April 10, 1004, when it was awarded by the German Emperor Henry II to the Bishop Albuin of Brixen. Later it had changed many owners, until it became an independent municipality in 1996.

Bled is famous for the glacial Lake Bled, which makes it a major tourist attraction. Perched on a rock overlooking the lake is an iconic castle.

Due to its mild climate, Bled has been visited by aristocratic guests from across Europe. Arnold Rikli from Switzerland contributed significantly to its development as a health resort. Today it is an important convention centre and tourist resort, offering a wide range of sport activities (golf, fishing, horseback-riding) and is a starting point for mountain treks and hikes.

A small island in the middle of the lake is home to a church; visitors frequently ring its bell for good luck. Human traces from prehistory have been found on the island. Before the church was built, there was a temple consecrated to Živa, the Slavic goddess of love and fertility. One can get to the island on a traditional boat called pletna. (Source: Wikipedia)

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Swimming forbidden - with some exceptions :-)

Yes, swimming in the lake is forbidden, however, what these sparrows are trying to say is that birdies are allowed to float on it. ;-)

Intro Written Dec 1, 2006
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Try a Bled cream cake Things to Do (6)

The town is famous for its vanilla-and-cream cake, called "kremna rezina" or "kremšnita", from German "Cremeschnitte".... more travel advice

Travel to the island by boat Things to Do (6)

Ring a bell there and make a wish! And do not forget to count apples and pears (the stairs). :-) more travel advice

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Bled island closed in February

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Written Apr 18, 2007

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Jim_Eliason Jan 14, 2013 at 3:54 PM

Great tips
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  ursa9 Jan 15, 2013 at 2:57 AM
  
  Thank you! :)
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  ursa9 Jan 23, 2013 at 4:54 PM
  
  thank you :)
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KiKitC Sep 19, 2009 at 4:04 AM

Sounds like a place to really unwind. Thank you for introducing such an interesting place. Have a fabulous birthday.
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davesut Aug 13, 2009 at 4:27 AM

Hi Ursa, just back from Bled, your tips were really useful as was that information about the border crossing, thanks again, some photos to follow.
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barryg23 May 18, 2007 at 12:34 PM

We missed out on those Bled cream cakes:( They look delicious.
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Maurizioago Feb 5, 2007 at 11:39 AM

I went to Bled on a daytrip from Ljubljana. It was a short trip. I have to go back there soon. Ciao!