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GENERAL INFORMATION
SLOVENIA - YOUR HOST COUNTRY
The republic of Slovenia is situated in central Europe, in the south of limestone Alps,
where different regions and climates meet. With two million inhabitants, it has only a
third the population of Denmark and is half the size of Switzerland, but its unique geographical
position and easy accessibility make it a natural gateway between the rest of
Europe, the Adriatic and the Balkan peninsula. This is a land of magnificent scenery of
crystal-clear mountain streams, rivers and lakes, lush green forests, wine growing districts,
snow covered peaks, with thermal and mineral water springs and spas, and a
large number of plants and even animal species endemic to this part of Europe only.
http://www.slovenia-tourism.si
LJUBLJANA - YOUR HOST CITY
LJUBLJANA combines the compactness of a small city (300.000 inhabitants) with the
facilities of a modern capital. It is a city with a soul, featured in the medieval old town,
which lies comfortably in the shadow of an ancient hilltop castle. It lines the banks of
the Ljubljanica river and is scattered with bridges and parks, jewels of Baroque art, Art
Nouveau mansions numerous museums and galleries. An indelible character was given
to Ljubljana by Plečnik's architectural masterpieces (Tromostovje, National and
University Library, open market, cemetery Žale). In contrast to the heritage of the past,
modern Ljubljana pulses with dynamic flair. It is the political, cultural and educational
centre of Slovenia.
http://www.ljubljana-tourism.si
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