In 1991, Slovenia gained
independence from the former Yugoslavia,
managing to avoid the conflict which effected
some other parts of the region. The countries
attractions for tourists include Alpine
resorts and picturesque towns. Popular activities
include climbing, hiking and skiing during
the Winter months. Events include the Ski
Jump World Championships during March and
the Festival of theatre and music held in
Ljubljana during July and August.
Capital City: Ljubljana
Population: 2 million
Area: 20,000 sq km
Geography: Slovenia borders the Adriatic
Sea, between Croatia and Austria. It is
a country of valleys and Alpine mountains.
Getting There: Visitors can enter Slovenia by road, from neighbouring
countries such as Austria and Italy. There are
flights from many European cities to Ljubljana
Brnik, which is the the main international airport.
When travelling by train, you should remember
that times and destinations are often not announced
or clearly displayed and you might need to ask
staff for such information.
