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Plečnik's Stadium
Decaying architectural gem
"Plečnik's Stadium" in Ljubljana is one of the many buildings created by the famous architect, but unlike its counterparts, this has almost fallen to ruin!
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Navje
Can cemeteries be fun?
"Navje" Ljubljana is a actually a really nice cemetery to visit. I bet that more than half the local haven't even been here - why not challenge yourself?
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Koseski Bajer Pond
Have a walk around
"Koseski Bajer Pond" is a small artificial small lake that serves as an adventurous playground where people go to exercise, jog, cycle around or relax...
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Spica
The spiky oasis
"Spica" in Ljubljana is on the river Ljubljanica. It's the perfect getaway green oasis from the urban hustle and bustle. It's not far from the center...
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Stara roba - nova raba
Used stuff - new usage
Stara roba – nova raba Ljubljana is a known as Slovenia's first thrift store – and as of now operates as a non-governmental supporting the homeless...
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Reber
115 steps to a beautiful view
"Reber" Ljubljana is a set of stairs that takes you to one of the most romantic spots to enjoy the beautiful views. I love to sit on the fence with my...
By
Miha
Poredoš
Sax Pub Mural
Botched or rejuvenated?
The "Sax Pub Mural" in Ljubljana was recently 'restored', and the new work by artist Matthieu Tremblin begs the question - whose mural is it now?
By
Tina
Kralj
WOOP! Arena
Let's get it rolling, mamma!
"WOOP! Arena" in Ljubljana brings together bowling and escape rooms. Come here, have a fun-tastic time - thank me later...
By
Tina
Kralj
Thorns!
Visit the central market and its trees
The central market in Ljubljana has everything you might be looking for... and then some thorny trees that will take over your senses!
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Mushroom Roof
Modernist architecture alert
This "Mushroom Roof" in Ljubljana was erected in 1968 - modernist architecture fans will definitely love it!
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
Stolpersteine
Jewish history paved in stone
Did you know that Ljubljana has its own "Stolpersteine", or 'stumbling blocks' that commemorate the city's oft-forgotten Jewish holocaust victims?
By
Tina
Kralj
Žale
Place of silence
"Žale" Ljubjlana is one more cemetery I love. I promise, I'm not 'black!' This one's truly an outdoor gallery and the Garden of all Saints is spectacular!
By
Tjasa
Janovljak
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