Central Slovenia is one of the country's statistical regions, and it takes its name from its position in the middle of Slovenia, in Europe. It is built around the capital, Ljubljana, and the towns and countryside that surround it. The region serves as the country's political, economic and cultural centre, so it is where much of Slovenia's public life, business and arts come together.
What a visit offers
For most travellers, Central Slovenia is a region to base yourself in and explore from. Ljubljana gives the visit its character: a compact capital where government, universities, theatres and galleries sit close together, and where a walk through the centre can take in a good share of the city's life. Beyond the capital, the surrounding areas show a different side of the country, with smaller settlements and open landscapes that are easy to reach from the city.
Things to consider
- Ljubljana as a base: the capital puts the region's museums, restaurants and cultural venues within easy reach.
- Cultural life: as the cultural centre of the country, the region has a steady programme of events and institutions.
- Day trips: the surrounding areas suit short journeys out of the city, letting you see more than the capital alone.
- Business and government: many of the region's visitors come for work, so city services and transport are well developed.
Central Slovenia suits travellers who want an urban centre with a rural hinterland close at hand. Plan a few days to take in the capital and to step out into the countryside around it.
