The sport-crazed Slovenians can pick among numerous places where they can rejoice in successes of their compatriots but there is no other venue in the country that can attract up to a hundred thousand fans than the legendary ski flying hill in Planica.
Bled is one of the first things that comes to mind for most foreigners when they think of Slovenia. But the idyllic town surrounding an Alpine lake with an island and an ancient castle perched on top of a cliff high above the water is much more than a scenic tourist destination.
A stone's throw from Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital, a visitor can enter a whole new world, the world-famous Postojna Cave. The home of baby dragons, the cave is considered unique for its baroque appearance.
Slovenia is recognised globally as a country of abundant natural beauty with lush Alpine meadows and green forests, but its landscape is also dotted with a unique man-made feature that stands testament to its rural heritage.
A quarter century ago, as Slovenia was getting ready to break away from Yugoslavia, many countries were warning it against declaring independence. Nevertheless, it managed to secure international recognition in just a few short months and it became a member of key international organisations not long thereafter.
Food is a lynchpin national and ethnic identity. There are many dishes that Slovenians consider as being central to their heritage and culture, but none quite as much as potica. It is to Slovenians what apple pie is to Americans.
Triglav, Slovenia's highest mountain, is arguably the country's foremost symbol. Unlike many whose prominence has paled over the years, Triglav has stood the test of time, being involved in all the key moments of Slovenia's modern history.