INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT SLOVENIA
Slovenia is the only country in Europe that combines the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Pannonian Plain, and the Karst. The ever-changing landscape consistently surprises, offering diverse scenery. You can have one eye on the sea, then look in the other direction and be surrounded by high mountains. Heading up into the forests, you can see green plains below you. From upland meadows, your view stretches into river gorges. This proximity of opposites and contrasts is a hallmark of the country.
Slovenia is the only country in the world that has the word 'love' in its name.
It is the third most forested country in Europe after Finland and Sweden, with 64% of its territory covered by forests.
Slovenia is the only country in the world that has the word 'love' in its name.
It is the third most forested country in Europe after Finland and Sweden, with 64% of its territory covered by forests.
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Slovenia is among the most biologically diverse countries in the world. Although it represents less than 0.004% of the Earth's surface, Slovenia is home to more than 1% of all living creatures and 2% of terrestrial creatures.
Slovenia is one of the richest countries in Europe in terms of water, boasting almost 27,000 kilometers of rivers, streams, and other watercourses. Slovenian cuisine is diverse and influenced by the variety of the Slovenian landscape, climate, history, and neighboring cultures. The main ingredients, such as cabbage, beans, and potatoes, are, of course, sourced from a natural environment. Without them, there would be no typical jota or bograč, Idrija žlikrofi dumplings, and sauté potatoes. A flavorful meal is often concluded with a rich potica or kremšnita cake. Slovenia hosts interesting gastronomic festivals, including the Saltworkers' Festival, the Cabbage Festival, Chestnut Sunday, and Bean Day. 
Sport plays a crucial role in Slovenian life, with winter sports such as ski jumping and skiing, hiking, and team sports like basketball, volleyball, and football being the most popular. Slovenian athletes consistently rank among the world's best, achieving impressive medal counts in major championships and the Olympic Games per capita.
Picture taken from Sijaj website.
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Slovenia has its own language, which shares many similarities with Croatian. Slovenians are known for their proficiency in foreign languages, with several being spoken in our country: Italian, Hungarian, English, German, and Serbo-Croatian.
Kremšnita cake, picture taken from Sava Hotels&Resorts website.
Ana Roš, Hiša Franko, picture taken from Odprta Kuhinja website.
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Inspiring articles about Slovenia:
"20 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Slovenia, Europe’s Most Underrated Destination" in Nikki on her way
"This Castle in Slovenia Was Built Into the Mouth of a Cave" in Travel and Leisure
"The Hidden Paradise of Slovenia" in Condé Nast Traveler
"Why I fell in love with Slovenia?" in Guardian
"10 Best Places to Visit in Slovenia" in touropia
"The 8 best places to discover in Slovenia" in Lonely Planet
"20 epic things to do in Slovenia" in Earth Trekkers
"20 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Slovenia, Europe’s Most Underrated Destination" in Nikki on her way
"This Castle in Slovenia Was Built Into the Mouth of a Cave" in Travel and Leisure
"The Hidden Paradise of Slovenia" in Condé Nast Traveler
"Why I fell in love with Slovenia?" in Guardian
"10 Best Places to Visit in Slovenia" in touropia
"The 8 best places to discover in Slovenia" in Lonely Planet
"20 epic things to do in Slovenia" in Earth Trekkers