Tag: travel with locals

Laufarija, one of the most recognizable traditional carnival groups in Slovenia that hold its own unique rite of spring, takes place in Cerkno. The “Laufarija” of Cerkno has been taking place for centuries according to unwritten rules and plays an important element of local identity. In Cerkno town the carnival spirit actually starts on the …

Slovenia is attractive destination for filming. Millions of film lovers around the world got a glimpse of the magic beauty of Soca river once “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian” Caspian were filmed in Soca valley in the summer 2007. Soca river, one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe (and in the world I …

I met Urban, the local guide, in the city center of Idrija. With his 4×4 car we hit the road to Vojsko plateau where you can find the highest lying village of Primorska region. We were following Kanomljica river. We stopped our car by the bridge from where we could admire Idrijca marble trouts. “The …

Begunje na Gorenjskem is a small town close to Bled. It offers many natural and cultural attractions to visit. There are not many tourists so experience Begunje na Gorenjskem before the crowds explore it! Avoid the hustle and bustle of charming Bled and experience Begunje na Gorenjskem. Castle Kamen Castle Kamen was already mentioned in …

Experience Idria town and its rich natural and cultural heritage. The mercury mine in Idrija, which was operating until 1995, made the town world famous. Since 2012 Idrija town has been on the UNESCO world heritage list together with the Spanish mercury mine in Almadén. Both mines are by far the largest mercury mines in the world. …