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MGL
Back to the theatre?
"MGL" Ljubljana City Theatre is one of my favorite theaters. You can also watch it online for free on their Youtube channel...
by
Tina
Kralj
Cafetino
The world in one cup
"Cafetino" in Ljubljana WILL make your head spine from there choice in coffee. My classic choice is the Yemen mocha, but you really can't go wrong here...
by
Tina
Kralj
Gostilna Vida
Meal in a fairytale jungle
"Gostilna Vida" is a restaurant in Ljubljana that makes me feel as if I'm inside a jungle! I like it because it has something for every strange need...
by
Tina
Kralj
Edifice Meksika
"Viva Mexico" in Ljubljana?
"Edifice Meksika" was the first collective residential building for workers by the city of Ljubljana. I love the frescoes by Rihard Jakopič inside it...
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Tina
Kralj
Barbarella Juicebar
Keeping it JUICY
"Barbarella Juicebar" in Ljubljana has amazing juices - their 'good morning' juice has literally saved my life - but they also make great healthy brunch!
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Tina
Kralj
Cankarjev Dom Tapestries
Brotherhood and unity
Recently restored "Cankarjev Dom Tapestries" in Ljubljana was the first Yugoslav tapestry exhibition space - it has one from each ex-Yugoslav republic.
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Tina
Kralj
Rihard Jakopič
Artist, entrepreneur or both?
"Rihard Jakopič" was a great artist & entrepreneur in Ljubljana. He created the very first exhibition space in the city. This is his statue...
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Tina
Kralj
The Hologram of Europe
Stones that heal
"The Hologram of Europe" in Ljubljana is a piece of land art, a healing lithopuncture work that serves to heal the Earth and also represent the EU...
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Tina
Kralj
Gud Shop
Where "everything is good"
You will find "Gud Shop" in Ljubljana has so many hip international and Slovenian products that make perfect souvenirs - something for every wallet!
by
Tina
Kralj
Kresija Gallery
A moment to recharge
"Kresija Gallery" in Ljubljana used to be a hospital and a school - today, it's an art space that can propose anything, from puppets to canvases...
by
Tina
Kralj
Stripolis
Comic books and more
"Stripolis" in Ljubljana doubles as a creative studio and a center for Slovene and international comic books! Cozy up in the armchairs and enjoy...
by
Tina
Kralj
Night Display Gallery Pešak
Artsy night glare
You may have already heard about Metelkova in Ljubljana - but you should definitely check out "Pešak", a sort-of art gallery that only lights up at night!
by
Tina
Kralj
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