"Ljubljana - more european than you can imagine" Ljubljana by Airpunk

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Slovenia's cosmopolite capital

With the exception of a single colleague, everybody at work was wondering how the heck I chose Ljubljana as a holiday destination. Slovenia is not the typical holiday destination for the average inhabitant of northern Germany, but it has a growing popularity. Unfortunately, the iron curtain is somehow still present in many heads so that most westerners do not visit eastern Europe, perhaps with the exception of Prague, Budapest and a handful of typical beach destinations in Croatia and Bulgaria.
Ljubljana would be a big surprise for them. Even though I informed myself quite well, I did not expect this city to be so open towards its visitors and towards Europe. Slovenia's capital has a young population with a high percentage of students. Most of them are fluent in English and the attitude towards Europe and the European Union can be described as more than positive. The friendliness of its inhabitants is known beyond the borders of the country - how else does it come that there is an own catergory for "friendly people" among the VT pages? Impressions that I shared with the european and overseas travellers I met at my hostel.

What to see in Ljubljana

Ljubljana has a beautiful old town which also offers an interesting choice of bars and cafés. Close to the old town, you will find the castle of Ljubljana on a hill overlooking the town.

If you like the architecture of the late 19th / early 20th century with its neo-renaissance and art nouveau styles, you will find a couple of nice buildings and bridges. The museums are not outstanding, but still nice to see.

Tivoli Park is the largest green area in the town and has a couple of interesting places to visit. Popular daytrips destinations like Bled and Postojna are easily reached by bus.

With around 270 000 inhabitants, Ljubljana is one of the smallest european capitals. The public transport system is good, but you can also walk to most attractions without getting tired.

Want to see more? So check out my tips!

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:very friendly locals, beautiful old town
  • Cons:weather can become very nasty in spring!
  • In a nutshell:Where former Yugoslavia becomes western Europe
  • Last visit to Ljubljana: Apr 2006
  • Intro Written Jun 29, 2006
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  • HORSCHECK's Profile Photo
    Sep 14, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    Karl, fantastic page about Ljubljana here. I especially like your helpful transportation tips. Well done.

  • EllenH's Profile Photo
    Apr 19, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Thanks for the tips, planning a trip probably this early fall. Hi from Montana.

  • Jul 8, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Abecedarium is a very nice café. I' ve been there several years, also this summer. Very friendely en hulpfull. Great sevice and a nice atmospher. The fisch soup and the goulash soup (mael soups) are very, very good.

  • BillNJ's Profile Photo
    Mar 22, 2008 at 11:20 AM

    Hi Karl, I've never been to Ljubljana, but after reading your tips and seeing your photos I want to go. Great page! Best regards from the USA, Bill

  • deecat's Profile Photo
    Nov 28, 2007 at 1:12 PM

    Outstanding pages about Ljubljana! Very well written with excellent photos to match. Thanks for all the helpful information.

  • Vanity666's Profile Photo
    Sep 21, 2007 at 2:03 AM

    Great tips and pictures, I've been to Ljubljana few months ago but was kinda short on free time, so I hope to return there soon....

  • zlatiq's Profile Photo
    Jul 26, 2006 at 7:40 PM

    great tips on ljublljana..sure its worth a visit:)cheers

  • novsco61's Profile Photo
    Jul 3, 2006 at 7:35 AM

    Excellent page about my hometown. The name of the cafe/bar with a view to the castle is Global.

  • Maurizioago's Profile Photo
    Jun 5, 2006 at 4:59 AM

    Very good start! Ciao!

  • ZiOOlek's Profile Photo
    Jun 4, 2006 at 11:52 AM

    Good start Airpunk.:) Hope to visit Slovenia some day.:)

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