Ljubljana

What to see in Ljubljana

Ljubljana Castle - is located on a small hill overlooking the city. It was built during the 15th century to defend the citizens against attacks by the Ottoman Empire. It provides a good vantage point to view the city. 

City Centre - the centre of Ljubljana still has buildings dating from the 16thand 19th century. The city was rebuilt in the baroque style in 1511 after an earthquake; another earthquake occurred in 1895 and afterwards the city was rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style. 

Saint Nicholas' Cathedral - is commonly referred to as the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas or Ljubljana Cathedral. The present building dates back to 1706 but there were other church built on the same site from earlier periods. 

The Triple Bridge - is in the centre of the city across the River Sava.

Dragon Bridge - is a road bridge in the Art Nouveau style - four dragons guard it. It is also know locally as 'the mother-in-law' bridge! 

Tivoli Park - is the largest park in the city and dates from 1813. 

The Slovenian Museum of Natural History - has many exhibits of the natural history of the area.

Ljubljana Zoo - is in a natural setting on the edge of the city - it has around 600 animals on display. 

The National Gallery - displays works by Slovenian artists and from around Europe.