Tagged With "Ljubljana Castle"
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Re: Some Street Art from Ljubljana
Correct about the Adam and Eve piece by Slovene sculptor Jackov Brodar. Wonder what reward Eve promised Adam if he took a bite too.
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Some Street Art from Ljubljana
DrFumblefinger share a few images of some of the street art he encountered in Ljubljana
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April 6, 2019: Figovec Restaurant, Ljubljana
DrFumblefinger's favorite restaurant in Ljubljana was Figovec, which featured hearty traditional Slovenian food.
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November 15, 2019: Robba Fountain, Ljubljana
DrFumblefinger visits the historic Fountain of the Three Carniolan Rivers, crafted by a Venetian Baroque artist who lived in Slovenia.
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Church of St. Nicholas, Ljubljana (Where Gumbo was #314)
Gumbo was visiting the lovely Ljubljana Cathedral, dedicated to the patron saint of fishermen and boatmen. The church has a beautiful Baroque interior.
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Central Market, Ljubljana. 1) The Produce
DrFumblefinger visits the wonderful Central Market in the capital city of Slovenia. The second part of his visit to the market will be posted in a few days.
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Central Market, Ljubljana. 2) The Rest
DrFumblefinger concludes his visit to Ljubljana's popular Central Market with a look at the large variety of merchandise it has to offer.
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November 22, 2018: Dragon Bridge, Ljubljana
The Dragon Bridge is the most popular one in Slovenia's capital of Ljubljana. Built in the early 20th century, it is an example of Viennese Art Nouveau.
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Re: Central Market, Ljubljana. 2) The Rest
The honey looks delicious and the decanters are worth their cost. I enjoyed local markets every weekend while living in Europe. Unfortunately our weekly local farmers market here in rural Virginia ended when the vendors couldn't afford insurance costs for customers who may complain of illness from eating local farmer products.
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Re: Central Market, Ljubljana. 2) The Rest
That’s a real shame! Perhaps there’s a way for some public support for its return? Here in New York, our several dozen ‘Greenmarket’ farmers’ markets operate under an umbrella organization, Council for the Environment, that handles facilities, insurance, advertising and more, and has kept the market movement growing for about 25 years now. Aside from our access to the markets, it’s meant new opportunities for farmers, and has made new and old varieties that don’t travel well but taste...
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Franciscan Church of the Annunciation, Ljubljana
DrFumblefinger visits the the Franciscan Church, one of the major churches in Slovenia's capital city.
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Ljubljana Castle, Slovenia
DrFumblefinger visits the Medieval Castle sitting atop a hill in the heart of Ljubljana.
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The Museum of Puppetry, Ljubljana
DrFumblefinger visits the fun and diverse Museum of Puppetry in Slovenia's capital.
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Re: Ljubljana Castle, Slovenia
Very interesting, thanks. Planning to be in Ljubljana in September.
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Re: Ljubljana Castle, Slovenia
Be sure to catch their market, which in September should be quite incredible. And be sure to visit some of the caves in the country, and the Julian Alps.
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Re: The Museum of Puppetry, Ljubljana
We will be in Ljubljana in September so will visit this museum. They remind me of the beautiful water puppets in Hanoi.
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Discovering Ljubljana: A Visitor's Guide
'With its picturesque streets, historic architecture and vibrant cultural scene, this cosmopolitan city offers travellers a number of pleasantly surprising experiences.'