history
Bled Castle
Bled Castle was first mentioned in written records in 1011. Its defensive buildings developed around upper and lower courtyards, and later rebuilding shaped the complex seen today.
Source: www.bled.si
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architecture
Bled Island’s Church
The Church of the Assumption of Mary has welcomed visitors to Bled Island for centuries. A stone stairway climbs from the landing to the church, where a wishing-bell tradition adds to the island’s stories.
Source: www.bled.si
art
Dragon Bridge guardian
Dragon Bridge opened in 1901 and became one of Ljubljana’s most recognisable landmarks. Its four large dragons form part of the bridge’s Art Nouveau decoration.
Source: www.visitljubljana.com
industry
Idrija Mercury Heritage
Mercury was found at Idrija in 1490, beginning an industry whose traces remain in the town. Stores, working infrastructure, miners' housing and a theatre show how mining shaped both labour and community life. Idrija shares World Heritage recognition with Almadén in Spain, reflecting a trade that linked Europe and the Americas.
Source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre
architecture
Predjama Castle
Predjama Castle combines a fortified residence with the caves behind it. The operator describes a castle setting within a 123-metre-high cliff and a network of passages beyond its walls.
Source: www.postojnska-jama.eu
architecture
Ptuj Castle courtyard
Ptuj Castle stands above the old town and houses collections of the Ptuj-Ormož Regional Museum. Its courtyard is framed by pale walls, tiled roofs and open arcades.
Source: visitptuj.eu
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