Introduction

Ljubljana is Slovenia's cultural capital, full of fantastic cuisines, boutiques, bars and antique treasures. Ljubljana is a beautiful city full of magnificent structures and it has a confident atmosphere thanks to the 5 millennia of history it uses to enthral visitors. The magnificent Baroque, Renaissance and art nouveau edifices of, in particular, its old town centre, and the many lovely squares, exude the intimate atmosphere of a small town, while its lively cultural, scientific, educational and business communities leave no doubt that this is a modern city in tune with the times.

Ljubljana's Culture & Cuisine

Food is a major factor for any visitors to Ljubljana. All of the best of Eastern European cuisine seems to have merged into a collection of tasty treats and delicious delights. The food ranges from delicate Viennese-style pastries to a hearty Hungarian goulash. Traditional cuisines and international styles are used in single restaurants, there are few specialised venues.

Getting to Ljubljana

Short-haul flights from numerous airports in the UK fly directly to Ljubljana with a variety of low-cost airlines such as Easyjet. No connection is needed for the two hour flight as it is only 750 miles (1200 km), an easy trip for the average commercial jet.

The History of Ljubljana

Ljubljana prides itself on the many cultural events held within it's limits. Many thousands of these grace the city's calendar every year, including the Summer Festival, Jazz Festival and the Druga Godba Festival of Alternative Music. Musical practices have become the lifeblood of the city, which has one of the oldest established Philharmonic orchestras in the world, not to mention some accomplished street musicians. It is not all classical culture, the large student population see to that. Ljubljana knows how to rock, and you are just as likely to hear the throbbing beat of club music emanating from buildings after nightfall, as you are the strains of violins.