Slovenia, not Slovakia!

Slovenia split from Yugoslavia on June 25th 1991 and on May 1st 2004 became part of European community. Often called it Europe in miniature, Slovenia has much to offer to everyone - travelers, tourists and to those who call it a home.

If you are looking for unspoiled nature, you simply won't be disappointed with Slovenia: the Alps with its passes and Triglav National Park, Lipica with it's famous horses, the Skocjan Caves and

the Karst, not to mention gorgeous Logarska Valley. Be sure not to miss the emerald waters of Soca or the Intermittent Lake in Cerknica.

For those interested in history, there will be plenty of it with every step you take around this lovely country in the heart of Europe. Slovenia is known as the land of castles. Seeing them in their dramatic settings at Bled, Predjama in Postojna, Ljubljana and Skofja Loka as well as in Celje, Mokrice and Bogensperk you will know why. And of course don't forget Benka's hometown Ptuj, where, on the hill overlooking the ancient town below stands the oldest castle in Slovenia.

If you are into adventure travel or sports, Slovenia is wonderfully suited to you. Possibilities for rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, caving, bird watching, cycling, canyoning, skiing, golfing, horseback riding, fishing and sport hunting are around every corner. It is not surprising then, that most of Slovenes are active, sport loving people. No couch potatoes here!

After an active day of exploring you may want to rest up in one of Slovenia's 16 thermal spa resorts. Delicious traditional food should be washed down with

excellent Slovene wines such as Traminar, Rizling, Pinot Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet, Refosk, Teran, Cvicek and so many others. And, as with all proper Europeans, they know how to brew excellent beer as well!

For more information please visit www.slovenia-tourism.si