Llovely Ljubljana

Arrived into Ljubljana by train from Salzburg, a five hour ride. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia, a former republic of Yugoslavia till it became independent in 1991.
Stayed at the City Center hotel just a few blocks from the old town which is very compact and has a dense display of Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture. The focal point of the town in the three bridges that cross the Ljubljanica river. Each side of the river is lined with shops and lots of cafes.

Very young city, one fifth of the population is University students, a vibe that feels very safe. We were there for some sort of graduation ritual, where all the seniors where walking around in packs blowing whistles. It?s a supremely walkable city and the mid May weather has been divine. Slovenia is known for its surprisingly good and cheap wines. Take a cable car to the top of the castle ?a great vantage point for taking pictures.

The wow of being here doesn't come from one specific sight, but the knowledge that you are somewhere that for so long was behind the iron curtain. It's one of Europe's vibrant new "sleeper" cities, that is finally awakening to curious tourists.

Ljubljana's Downtown

Ljubljanica River

Shops Along The River