HIDDEN GEMS – finalists – 2021 EN
Idrija, the UNESCO heritage pearl is best known for the second largest mercury mine in the world, beautiful Idrija lace and traditional Idrija žlikrofi, and a little less for its beautiful and unspoiled countryside, which offers hikers and cyclists countless opportunities to discover natural sights and taste traditional delicacies. The entire area of Idrija belongs to the UNESCO global geopark Idrija. Idrija is surrounded by a picturesque landscape with high hills and vast plateaus.
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Jezersko provides a multitude of activities: numerous hiking trails of all difficulties, summer and winter climbing routes, magical ski tours which also include steep and technical descents, many kilometres of cross-country skiing and mountain bike trails, ice-skating and snowshoeing.
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For almost 170 years, like the waves of the Mura River through Gornja Radgona, small secrets and abundant knowledge have been flowing through Radgonske gorice. How to skilfully pamper the vine to flourish in all its nobility. How to spend time caressing the grapes. How to fall in love with wine and its uniqueness. How to imbue it with sparkle, a source of countless bubbles that never dries up…
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Between the mysterious Mura river, the charming swamp logs and the nearby hills, the municipality of Velika Polana stretches across the Pannonian plain. There are only three settlements: Velika Polana, Mala Polana and Brezovica, with a diverse mosaic of natural and cultural heritage, friendly people… enough reasons to make a stop and discover more.
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Kostel is a geographically small but varied forested landscape along the southern border Kolpa river. With less than 700 inhabitants, it is one of the smaller Slovenian municipalities, but with its cultural and natural heritage it easily surpasses even the largest. The biodiversity of flora and fauna is a magnet for a genuine holiday for modern urban man, as Kostel is free of any industry and environmental pollution.
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A fascinating experience with breath-taking views
Feel the excitement and enjoy an amazing experience, while discovering one of the most beautiful corners of the Alps with our legendary WWII Willys Jeep. We are sure that you’ll like the roar of the engine, the chirping of birds, breath-taking views, high mountain pastures, old military forts and defensive trenches, wild streams of untamed rivers, narrow and hanging bridges, a view of steep walls and alpine peaks as well as delicious local cuisine. With this icon of the automobile world, we will show you the beauties of the Soča River valley and its greatest natural and cultural sights. Best of all, this day is dedicated exclusively to you and to your wishes.
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Visit the Karst and Brkini and fall in love with the beauties of this dynamic coexistence on the edge of the Mediterranean. Primary nature offers endless opportunities for wandering and exploring. Unique sights are easily imprinted in people’s memory. With us you can be active and very curious, but you can also just rest. Whatever you do, genuine hospitality will accompany you everywhere. With a glass of homemade wine or brandy and while tasting excellent local dishes you will feel the soul of our world. Seize the many opportunities for unique experiences. Get to know our true colors.
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The municipality of Dobrovnik is a municipality in development, whose citizens are deeply connected to their home soil. They are persistent and resilient like a vine that is nurtured with special care. The surrounding nature invites you to get to know it during all seasons, to enjoy the fresh air, to stop by the vineyards, visit an excursion point or try Prekmurje cuisine as offered by our providers.
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2021 FINALIST - Polhov Gradec, HIDDEN GEMS – finalists – 2021 EN
Nowhere is the terrain of the Polhov Gradec hills within such close reach as it is around Črni Vrh – a picturesque small village that is home to St. Lenart’s church, which stands on an 861 metre-high slope above the Velika Božna gorge. The heart of the village, which is reputed to have been named after its dark pine trees, consists of closely packed houses beneath the church and solitary farms scattered on the steep green slopes. Visit Črni Vrh andset on a journeyof discovering the local way of living in this green haven.
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Do you like stories about castles? In the Čatež & Brežice area there are four castles.
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