Slovenia, officially the Republic of Slovenia, is a nation state in southern Central Europe. It is bordered by Italy to the west, Austria to the north, Hungary to the northeast, Croatia to the south and southeast, and the Adriatic Sea to the southwest. It has a population of 2.1 million. Slovenia is a parliamentary republic and a member of the United Nations, European Union, and NATO. The capital and largest city is Ljubljana.
Slovenia is primarily mountainous with a mainly continental climate. However, the north-western area has an Alpine climate. The country, marked by a significant biological diversity, is one of the most water-rich in Europe, with a dense river network, and a rich aquifer system.
Bled and Kranjska Gora
Bled, a Slovenian town in the foothills of the Julian Alps, is set along the glacial Lake Bled. In the middle of the lake is an island upon which sites the Church of the Assumption of Mary. The current shape of the church has been preserved since the 17th century, when it was restored after the second earthquake.
Kranjska Gora is an alpine resort in northwestern Slovenia, near the mountains and glacial lakes of Triglav National Park.
Lake Jasna is la particularly picturesque lake near Kranjska Gora.
Mojstrana is a village in the Municipality of Kranjska Gora.
The Julian Alps
The Julian Alps, a mountain range of the Southern Alps, stretches from northeastern Italy to Slovenia. A large part of the Julian Alps is included in Triglav National Park and is known for great skiing and hiking.
Piran
Piran - a town in southwestern Slovenia on the Gulf of Piran on the Adriatic Sea. The town is known for its medieval architecture, with narrow streets and compact houses. Piran is the administrative seat of the Municipality of Piran and one of Slovenia's major tourist attractions. Until the mid-20th century, Italian was the dominant language, but it was replaced by Slovene following the Istrian exodus
Jeruzalem and the Wine Country
Jeruzalem and its environs, near the border with Croatia, sits in the hills of Ljutomer-Ormož and rises above the Mura and Drava rivers. Jeruzalem is famous for its amazing landscapes, and its vineyards are considered some of the most beautiful in the world.
Ljubljana - Slovenia's Capital
Ljubljana - Slovenia's capital and largest city. It's known for its university population and green spaces. The curving Ljubljanica River, lines, outdoor cafes and divides the city's old town from its commercial hub
This was my first visit to Slovenia. Uniquely, it is one of the best and most interesting photo trips that I have been on this far. Our photo guide was local and from the outset, it was clear that he really wanted us to experience the beauty of his homeland. He succeeded. The trip included a number of regions of the country, and in each, we also sampled the local cuisine. And to top it off, we had great light which enhanced the photographic experience. The trip was just great.
L. Carl Volpe - carlvolpephoto.com
More images from this trip and images from my other trips may be found at the links below.