Ljubljana
- December 30, 2003
- Rated 4 of 5 by
Timone from Warwick, United Kingdom
You can't go to Slovenia and not visit Ljubljana -- it is a typically European city with lots of Austrian influence, but is small enough to feel great. The people are friendly and the streets full of activity. Getting there from Bled is easy -- the simplest way is by bus. Once in Ljubljana, there is lots to see and the best way round is on your feet. Several places give an outline of a walking route, but you could just as easily do your own -- make sure you include the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation, the Triple Bridge, the central market, the Bishops’ Palace, the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, and the Dragon Bridge. In my mind, climbing or paying for the tourist train up to the castle on the hill is a waste of time. It’s new and modern, held up with steel and concrete; admittedly, there has been a castle of sorts there since Celtic times, but the rebuild has destroyed the character of the place. It does offer good views though, so if you have time, go; if not, don't bother because there are plenty of other places to see. There are numerous cafes down near the river and great little places for a beer and cake. In fact, it's hard to explain how wonderful the city is in only 500 words, but visit it and you'll see exactly what I mean.
From journal The picturesque Lake Bled