Stories without Borders
Today I bring you yet another gorge walk, this time close to Lake Bohinj. If you notice a theme to these last three posts, then that's because there are so many delightful gorges in the Julian Alps of Slovenia, all with their own unique character and beauty. I think each one is worth a visit,... Continue Reading →
In my last postcard, I took you to Vintgar Gorge, a breathtaking natural beauty spot most definitely on the tourist trail. Today I want to tell you about a neighbouring gorge, making up in dramatic rock landscapes what it lacks in crystal clear waters, and rewarding more intrepid explorers with a walking itinerary which is... Continue Reading →
Today I bring you another of Slovenia's natural wonders: the Vintgar Gorge. Located just 4km from the town of Bled, it is a deservedly popular tourist destination. The dazzlingly clear turquoise waters of this natural masterpiece make Vintgar Gorge well worth the visit, if you don't mind some easy hiking (2-3 hours in total). Introduction... Continue Reading →
All day long, rain:Falling from the low cloud,Falling foul of my low mood,Falling.Visibility down to ten percent:Light aircraft grounded for today And far awaySomewhere in a far-off land I'd left behindSunshine. Rain like my tearsWhich I refused to let fall:Let the sky fall tears for me,Fall like an edgeless swordCourting despair.Where had the sun gone?When... Continue Reading →
In keeping with the Kings of Bled theme, today we're taking a trip to the dramatic Bled Castle, perched atop a dramatic 125m high cliff overlooking the lake. If you're in the Bled area, make sure you visit the castle to find out more about the region's dramatic and multi-layered history. History of the Castle... Continue Reading →
We've already taken a walk around Lake Bled, but no trip to Slovenia's most celebrated beauty spot would be complete without a trip to its iconic island, memorialised in many a postcard and calendar. Here's everything you need to know about Bled Island... A Potted History of Bled Island Bled Island seen from Straža Bled... Continue Reading →
Škofja Loka is one of Slovenia's best preserved medieval towns, located at the foothills of the Alps some 23km from the Capital, Ljubljana. Its centre is a time-capsule of a bygone age. It has a delightfully picturesque setting and boasts not one, but three castles (albeit two of them ruined) built on a plateau above... Continue Reading →
Though the tourist hordes are drawn to the delights of the nearby Croatian coast with its many islands and crystal clear waters, Slovenia's coast, though only 43km long, is definitely worth a visit. This post provides a quick tour of its highlights, which can easily be seen in 1-2 days, depending upon how much time... Continue Reading →
If Bled is the Crown Jewel of Northern Slovenia, then Bohinj is its hidden gem. Situated just 30km from its neighbour, this lake is longer (4.2km) and more secluded. With less tourist facilities (though there are plenty of these in the nearby towns should you require them), Bohinj is a true natural paradise, lying beneath... Continue Reading →