#slovenian alps

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VELIKA PLANINA, Slovenia - spring has arrived to this unique Alpine settlement of 63 traditional herdsmen’s huts located at an elevation between 1,500 and 1,666 metres in the Slovenian Alps. (photos: Neja of Exploring Slovenia)

All you need to know to visit Velika Planina: travelslovenia.org/velika-planina/

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Alpine Aesthetics

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Beautiful light in the Slovenian Alps

📸 by Mads Peter Iversen

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Bled

Artist: Marko Pernhart (Slovenian, 1824-1871)

Date: 1854

Medium: Oil on canvas

Collection: National Gallery of Slovenia, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Description

The view of Lake Bled with its island and the little Church of the Assumption, the castle on its cliff overlooking the lake and the mountains in the background, most prominently Stol, is the most iconic of all images of the Slovenian landscape. Marko Pernhart painted Bled several times, in the period in which it was becoming an important tourist resort.

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🌍📍Ratitovec Mountain Slovenia

Credit: Rok Leben

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Stenar peak in Slovenian Julian Alps. (OC)(2048x1365) - Author: Matija79

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Настоящая жемчужина Юлианских Альп, чудо словенской природы — озеро Блед.

Словения славится различными достопримечательностями, однако этот древний водоем, образовавшийся миллионы лет назад в результате таяния ледника, является одним из ярчайших природных памятников страны. Миниатюрное, как сама Словения, озеро достигает всего 2,12 км в длину и 1,30 км в ширину.Окружают озеро звышенности различной высоты – от Осойницы, достигающей 756 метров до 558-метрового Козарца.

Красивейшей вершиной в окрестностях озера является замок Блед – средневековая крепость, возведенная на круче над одноименным городом. Замок Блед �� Словении является старейшим, а первые упоминания о нем встречаются в хрониках с 1011 года. К горе, на которой расположен замок, а также к другим возвышенностям, с которых открывается прекрасный вид на водную гладь озера, ведет прогулочная тропа протяженностью шесть километров. Дорожка, огибающая озеро, очень популярна у отдыхающих: здесь можно спокойно посидеть на скамейке и покормить лебедей.

Самым популярным туристическим объектом является, конечно, остров Блед. Когда ледник, наполнивший собой тектоническую чашу, растаял и заполнил водой все вплоть до окрестных гор, крошечная часть суши осталась незатопленной. Люди с незапамятных времен ценили энергетику этого места. Сегодня остров венчает церковь Успения Пресвятой Девы Марии, однако вплоть до XVII столетия здесь находился храм поклонения славянской богине любви и плодородия Живе. Церковь на острове Блед сегодня – одно из самых популярных мест заключения браков.Сам храм являет собой памятник искусства: здесь можно найти готические фрески и отделку в стиле барокко.

На Бледе есть чем увлечься не только любителям красоты и истории, но и адептам активного отдыха. Озеро является тектоническим бассейном глубиной 30,6 метров, что делает его идеальным для дайвинга. Кроме того, здесь очень популярен гребной спорт, а также туристы найдут здесь массу других занятий – от прогулочных лодок и каяков летом, до зимнего сезона катания на коньках. А после прогулки по снежным окрестностям можно согреться, посетив термальные источники, находящиеся на северо-западной стороне озера.

A true pearl of the Julian Alps, a miracle of Slovenian nature - Lake Bled.

Slovenia is famous for its various attractions, but this ancient body of water, formed millions of years ago as a result of the melting of a glacier, is one of the most striking natural monuments of the country. Miniature, like Slovenia itself, the lake is only 2.12 km long and 1.30 km wide. The lake is surrounded by hills of varying heights - from Osojnica, reaching 756 meters to 558-meter Kozarac.

The most beautiful peak in the vicinity of the lake is Bled Castle - a medieval fortress built on a steep slope above the city of the same name. Bled Castle in Slovenia is the oldest, and the first mentions of it are found in chronicles from 1011. A six-kilometre walking trail leads to the mountain on which the castle is located, as well as to other hills with a beautiful view of the lake. The path that goes around the lake is very popular with holidaymakers: here you can sit quietly on a bench and feed the swans.

The most popular tourist attraction is, of course, the island of Bled. When the glacier that filled the tectonic bowl melted and filled everything with water up to the surrounding mountains, a tiny part of the land remained unflooded. People have valued the energy of this place since time immemorial. Today, the island is crowned by the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, but up until the 17th century, there was a temple of worship of the Slavic goddess of love and fertility, Živa. The church on the island of Bled is today one of the most popular places for marriage. The temple itself is a monument of art: here you can find Gothic frescoes and Baroque decoration.

Bled has something to offer not only to lovers of beauty and history, but also to fans of active recreation. The lake is a tectonic basin with a depth of 30.6 meters, which makes it ideal for diving. Rowing is also very popular here, and tourists will also find a lot of other activities here - from pleasure boats and kayaks in the summer to ice skating in the winter. And after a walk in the snowy surroundings, you can warm up by visiting the thermal springs located on the northwestern side of the lake.

Источник:/www.tripadvisor.ru/Attraction_Review-g274863-d296735-Reviews-Lake_Bled-Bled_Upper_Carniola_Region.html, /kotsport .ru /ozero-bled-sloveniya,/lenorlux.livejournal.com/150329.html, welcome 2slovenia.com/bled-slovenia/, //bestslovenia.com/bled-lake, /sunsetobsession.com/ru/озеро-блед-что-посмотреть/, /www. youtube.com/shorts/QqdrO4q2j-s.

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Christmas already passed but winter didn’t. Therefore I’m not too late with my winter snippets about Perchta!König and Malanka!Reader.

Trying to find the right carol of the bells version for this thing, god, I love Christmas stories

For some context Perchta is a mythological entity/goddess from Alpine paganism in the Upper German, Austrian and Slovenian regions of Alps. In the folklore of Bavaria and Austria Perchta was said to roam the countryside during 12 days between Christmas and Twelfth night (25th Dec to 6th Jan)

So Perchta would know whether the children of the house had behaved well and worked hard all year. (Basically if you were on the naughty or nice list)

If they had, they could find a small silver coin the next day in their shoe.

If they had not, she would slit their bellies open, remove their stomach and guts, and stuff the hole with straw and pebbles. (Alpine paganism truly was built different)

She was particularly concerned to see that girls had spun the whole of their allotted portion of flax or wool during the year.

The tradition of celebrating with Perchta is still alive in Austria, they have cool wooden masks and actors that dress up and walk on stilts, I encourage you to read more if the topic got you curious.

My Perchta König is loosely based on Bluegiragi’s Percht!König because they did fantastic job with designing him as a monster. But mine would be different because it’s a very different setting

Malanka is a Ukrainian folk holiday celebrated on 31st of December which is New Year’s currently. Before it was celebrated on 13th of January but we switched calendars so... Anyways-

Malanka was named after goddess Mylanka (meaning “the loved one”) formerely named Spring-May that got snatched to the underworld by her kind of evil uncle god (I’m looking at you Hades and Persephone) but got rescued and unlike her Greek counterpart never had to marry anyone. Or come back to the underworld.

Her mom (Mother Earth) just locked the cycle of spring and rebirth and got her child back. 10/10

There are no descriptions of how Mylanka actually looked so I took some liberties and considering that Reader is rather the embodiment of the holiday, I had some more creative freedom.

If anyone would be curious about references after reading the snippet itself — hit me up. I’m dying to talk about it. That’s just a context post

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"We have plans in the colder months of the year" <- Bojan is taking Jere on a skiing trip to Slovenian mountains that are famous for the winter activities. He still can't let go of images of Jere in Pekka's armpit and so next winter is a repeat of same only in Slovenia and just with Bojan ☺️ He'll see those white eyelashes irl 👀❄️

YES. I've been manifesting for Bojan's Lapland holiday but I will GLADLY take this. Slovenian Alps are lovely and Jere can bring his long johns and Bojan can show him what real cuddling is like!!

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SLOVENIAN ALPS, Slovenia - the calendar may indicate that it is still fall, but winter is quickly approaching to the mountains of the Slovenian Alps. (photo: Krénn Imre Photography, instagram.com/krenn_imre/)

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Edelweiss, a protected flower in Slovenia

Edelweiss (Leontopodium alpinum), known locally as "planika," is one of Slovenia's most iconic Alpine flowers. Renowned for its distinctive white petals surrounding a cluster of yellow florets, edelweiss symbolises rugged beauty and purity.​

Habitat and Distribution

In Slovenia, edelweiss thrives in high-altitude regions, typically above 1,500 meters (4,920 feet). It prefers rocky crevices, stony meadows, and scree slopes. Notable locations where edelweiss can be found include the Julian Alps, Kamnik-Savinja Alps, Karavanke, Ratitovec, Trnovo Forest Plateau, and Snežnik. ​

Conservation Status

Due to its beauty and rarity, edelweiss has been protected in Slovenia since 1896, making it the first plant to receive such protection in the country. This measure was implemented to prevent overharvesting, as the flower was once sought after by collectors and tourists. ​

Cultural Significance

Beyond its natural allure, edelweiss holds deep cultural importance in Slovenia. The name "planika" is associated with various Slovenian mountaineering and tourist organizations, as well as local businesses.

Ecological Role

Edelweiss plays a vital role in its native ecosystems. Its dense, woolly leaves provide protection against harsh climatic conditions, including cold temperatures and intense sunlight. The plant blooms from July to September, producing small yellow flowers encircled by its characteristic white bracts. This adaptation allows it to survive in some of the most challenging environments in the Alps. ​

Legal Protection

In Slovenia, the edelweiss is classified as a potentially threatened species and is included in the Red List of Threatened Vascular Plants. The Nature Conservation Act regulates activities related to the removal, trade, and research of protected plants like edelweiss, ensuring their preservation for future generations. ​

Edelweiss stands as a testament to Slovenia's rich natural heritage and cultural identity, reflecting the nation's deep respect for its Alpine flora and the importance of conservation efforts.

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Ljubljana - The Šentpeter Suburbs

Artist: Pavel Künl (Slovenian, 1817-1871)

Date: 1847

Medium: Oil on canvas

Collection: National Gallery of Slovenia, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Description

The area surrounding Ljubljana’s St Peter’s Parish Church is now completely urbanized, but the church kept its facade with its double bell tower (later reworked by Ivan Vurnik), and, similarly, the large facade of the Ljubljana Sugar Factory also survived. The factory reached the height of its production in the 1840s, and the building survives today as an exhibition space for modern art. The background features Kamnik-Savinja Alps, a nearly Arcadian scene in which a flock of lovely sheep in the foreground frames the main theme of gathering hay.