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Alpi Giulie, Slovenia

This region, in the north-west of Slovenia, is home to some of the country's most stunning natural tourist attractions. From the villages of Bled, Bohinj and Kranjska Gora (popular all year round), to the Alpine countryside nestled deep in the heart of the Triglav National Park, the Julian Alps is not only a beautiful corner of the world to visit, but an alternative to similar regions in France, Italy and Austria. It's no wonder that this part of Slovenia is attracting more tourists with every passing year. It is probably most famous for Lake Bled and the glorious Lake Bohinj, nicknamed "the jewel of Slovenia."

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pros

•  Stunning natural beauty
•  Plenty of activities, whether in summer or in winter
•  Easily reached from the capital Ljubljana

cons

•  Some spots, such as Bled, get very crowded in summer
•  Public transport links not so developed, therefore tourists will need a car to get around

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• To see

  The highlight of the Julian Alps region is the beautiful Triglav National Park.; protected since 1924 it is abundant in lush forests, mountain streams, tranquil lakes as well as being home to thousands of species of flora and fauna. The lakes of Bled and Bohinj must be visited; great views of the latter can be had by taking the cable car to the Mount Vogel lookout. Have your camera ready! Meanwhile, you should also take the opportunity to visit the 1000 year old castle on the cliffs at Lake Bled. On a nice day, the panoramic views from the ramparts are breathtaking.

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  To do

  Whether you're there in summer or winter, there are plenty of things to do in the stunning Julian Alps region. Adventurous holidaymakers can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing, fishing, cycling, hiking and kayaking...among many other activities. For more relaxed pursuits, jump on the electric boat and cross Lake Bohinj, or a traditional wooden boat ('pletna') from the shores of Lake Bled to the tiny island in the middle, home to the beautiful St Mary's Church of Assumption which dates back to 1685. Inside, ring the bell and make a wish! Tourists can also rent their own row boat and take a spin around the lake at their own pace. For something a little different; in the tiny village of Studor, only minutes from Lake Bohinj, drop into Oplenova Hisa, a 200 year old farmhouse that has since been transformed into a museum. Be sure to say hello to our friend Gregor; if you're lucky he'll invite you in for a glass of homemade pear schnapps as you step back in time and see how the locals lived in earlier days. Only a few kilometres from the borders of Italy and Austria, Kranjska Gora is especially popular in the winter for its ski stations. However in the summer, make use of the 19 marked hiking trails, 15 cycling tracks and rafting and kayaking options nearby.

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  To think about

  There are some great festivals throughout the year; such as Bled Days (every year during the last weekend in July) which sees the lake set alight with beautiful lights and fireworks, and the International Wildflower Festival in Bohinj (each spring), throwing the spotlight on the different varieties of alpine flowers in the region.

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• To avoid

  The small lakeside town of Bled gets very crowded in high summer; it's best to visit in May/June and September/October, when the crowds have thinned.

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  To try

  The Julian Alps falls into the Gorenjska culinary region of Slovenia. In winter, a cabbage and potato hotpot goes down nicely, while meat lovers will love the Bohinj pork mash and the Carniolian sausage. Buckwheat dumplings are also popular (although very filling), and many villages near Bohinj are famous for their cheeses. Those with a sweet tooth mustn't pass up an opportunity to try the Bled Cream Slice ('kremna rezina'), invented many years ago at the lakeside Park Hotel; a light and airy confection filled with vanilla and sweet cream. Many cafés and restaurants serve it in Bled; however there is only one place to taste the original: the café at Hotel Park. We recommend lunch on the terrace of the Vila Preseren on a sunny day, sundowner drinks in the lobby bar of the Grand Hotel Toplice (views to die for), and a gastronomic dinner at the Vila Bled or the Hotel Triglav. For something a bit more rustic, seek out wood fired pizza at Ema, or a "mountain platter" (come hungry) at Rupa, both in the village of Srednja Vas.

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  To bring back

  Typical Slovenian souvenirs include handcrafted wooden items and pottery items. Glass, lace and salt products are also renowned; however do not come from the Julian Alps region itself. In Bled, original porcelain designs can be snapped up at Catbriyur, Slovenian wine and artisanal chocolate at Vinarte, and apicultural products (try the lovely blueberry honey) at Honeyhouse Bled.

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