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The castles of Slovenia

Some sit proudly on cliffs or above rivers, others have been absorbed into towns, their towers peeking over rooftops. Together, they trace the country’s layered history: medieval frontiers, Habsburg ...
The castle above the town of Celje is not nearly as famous as its counterpart in the Slovenian capital. But throughout its history, it has been the home for some of the most prominent nobles of the ...
Castles have always been regarded as awe-inspiring places, and have stirred people’s imagination because of their unusual pasts. Snežnik Castle is one of the few Slovenian castles which can pride ...