Ljubljana
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It is a dynamic Central European city, positioned in a broad basin between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea. Though very small, Ljubljana is the geographical, cultural, scientific, economic, political and administrative capital of Slovenia. Throughout its history, it has been influenced by its geographic position at the crossroads of Germanic, Latin and Slavic culture. It is a city of greenery, its center being rich in parks and forests, and also a perfect starting point for traveling around Slovenia, as well as neighboring countries. The traveler will find a unique combination of a tranquil capital city bubbling with the spiritual energy of the nation.Population
270,000Official Website
www.ljubljana.siHistory
Legend has it, that Ljubljana was founded by the Greek mythological hero Jason and his companions, the Argonauts, who had stolen the Golden Fleece from King Aetes and fled from him across the Black Sea and up the Danube, the Sava, and the Ljubljanica River. At a large lake in the marshes near the source of the Ljubljanica they stopped and disassembled their ship to be able to carry it to the Adriatic Sea, put it together again, and return to Greece. The lake was the dwelling place of a monster, which Jason fought, defeated and killed. The monster, now referred to as the Ljubljana Dragon, found its place atop the castle tower depicted on the Ljubljana coat of arms (more history).Basics
Public Transport
The bus network (LPP) is Ljubljana’s only current means of transportation. LPP’s bus schedules and maps are located on every bus stop. All bus routes start running between 5 a.m. and operate until 10.30 p.m. (except the route 18 which is running only until 8 p.m. and routes 1a, 2, 3a, 5a, 6 and 11 start between 3.15 a.m. and 5.00 a.m. and stop between 10.30 p.m. and 00.00 p.m.).Types of fares: Pay on the bus – the exact amount must be paid as the driver does not return change. The fare is paid upon entry and the money is deposited in the box next to the driver. Valid for one ride without transfers (1€). Tokens are a cheaper way than paying in cash. Tokens can be bought at most of the tobacco shops, at the Central bus station of Ljubljana and a number of shops and department stores as well as at the LPP Information centers. The sales points are usually marked with green stickers with the inscription »ŽETONI« (tokens). Each token is valid for one ride without transfer and must be deposited upon entry in the box next to the driver (0.80€). Daily Tickes are valid from 00.00 hrs to 24.00 hrs on the day of the purchase. Weekly Tickets are valid from 00.00 hrs on the day of the purchase to 24.00 hrs on the seventh day. Daily and Weekly Tickets are valid for an unlimited number of rides an all bus city routes until they expire. You can acquire tokens and all types of tickets at: LPP stand at Bavarski dvor, LPP Information Center, Slovenska cesta 56, Ljubljana, LPP Information Center, Celovška cesta 160, Ljubljana, Central Bus Station of Ljubljana .
Taxi
The cheapest taxi in the city is Metro Taxi: +386 (0)1 520 91 50, 080 11 90, + 386 (0)41 240Trains
www.slo-zeleznice.si/enAirport
www.lju-airport.si/engHospitals
For emergencies, go to Klinični center Ljubljana (University Medical Centre Ljubljana. Emergency services and central hospital), Zaloška 2, Tel. +386 1 522 50 50 or Poliklinika (Polyclinic), Njegoševa 4, Tel. +386 1 522 25 46. In case of a severe toothache go to Zobozdravstvena nujna medicinska pomoč (Dental Emergency Services), Kotnikova 36, Tel. +386 1 472 37 18Internet
Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana (Central Bus Station), Trg OF 4, Center Rokus (Mestni trg 6), City Hotel (Dalmatinova 15), Cybercafe Explorer (Petkovškovo nabrežje 23), Delavska knjižnica Library (Kersnikova 2), DrogArt (Kolodvorska 20), Gostilnica in pizzeria Nobile (Zarnikova 3), Knjižnica Otona Župančiča (Library beneath the central railway station, Trg OF 10), Kompas cyber Cafe, (Pražakova 4), Slovenski turistični informacijski center (Tourist Information Centre, Krekov trg 10), Škuc info center (Stari trg 21).Insiders
Food and Drinks
To try the pristine Slovenian food, go to the restaurant Sokol in the centre (Ciril-Metodov trg 18). There are also many good restaurants throughout the city where you can eat well at various prices, from pretty cheap (ca. 5€) to really expensive.Go to Cankarjevo nabrežje, which is, especially during the warm months, the hotspot with its cafes and ambience.
Monuments
Old Ljubljana is Ljubljana’s historic part. It has the city hall, monuments and well-preserved old buildings and churches, local designer shops, and several popular cafes and restaurants. It is located below the city castle and on the eastern side of Ljubljanica river, across the Triple bridge. The Triple Bridge (“Tromostovje”) is Ljubljana’s trademark central bridges designed by Jože Plečnik. Zmajski most (Dragon Bridge) is one of the main bridges in Ljubljana, guarded by four detailed dragon statues, which became the symbol of the city. Ljubljana Castle: You can catch the "tourist train" from the Triple Bridge to the castle, or walk up the (steep!) hill to the castle, or take the Funicular Railway (€3/2 (adult/concession), the lower station is at the top of the main open market). Entrance to the Castle Courtyard, Chapel and Gift shop is free, but there is a charge for access to the tower. The tower has magnificent views all over the city. You can also see the Sava River and Kamnik Alps in the distance. Included is a 3D Movie of the history of Ljubljana from a pre-historic settlement to Roman Empire to modern times. Roman Ruins: a short walk west of the centre of town are the remains of the Roman City Walls, including a number of pillars from an entrance gate.Shopping
The large majority of shops have moved from the centre to the BTC City Shopping District, located at the north-eastern edge of Ljubljana. However, several department stores such as Maximarket and Nama still persist in the city centre. Additionally, the Čopova Street and the Old town probably have the densest collection of small shops in the centre.Nightlife
Clubs: Bachus Center (Kongresni trg 3), Metelkova mesto – alternative culture centre (Masarykova 24), Inbox (Jurčkova 224), Jazz club Gajo (Beethovnova 8), Oz2 (Šmartinska 152), Klub K4 (Kersnikova 4), Orto bar (Grablovičeva 1), Ultra (Nazorjeva 6), and some more.Popular pubs and bars: Cutty Sark (Knafljev prehod 1), Emonska klet (Plečnikov trg 1), En Pub (Celovška 150), Guinness pub (Gosposka 3), Kavarna Maček (Krojaška 5), Patrick’s Irish Pub (Prečna 6), Pivnica Kratochwill (BTC – Šmartinska 152), Pivnica Kratochwill (Kolodvor – Kolodvorska 14), Pr’Skelet (Ključavničarska 5).
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