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Major cities and airports in Slovenia
- Ljubljana – Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)
- Maribor – Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport (MBX)
Time and Communication
Slovenia operates on Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and observes daylight saving time. Slovenia boasts extensive cell phone coverage with major operators including Telekom Slovenije, A1 Slovenia, and Telemach ensuring excellent call quality throughout the country.
Money and shopping
The official currency of Slovenia is the Euro (EUR). The exchange rate to the US dollar varies. Credit and debit card payments are widely accepted, with Visa and MasterCard being the most commonly used. Currency exchange offices typically operate during regular business hours and can be found in major cities and airports.
Transportation
In Slovenia, common modes of transportation include buses, trains, and cars. Slovenia boasts a well-developed public transportation system, particularly in the capital, Ljubljana. The country is also very bicycle-friendly, with numerous bike paths and rentals available.
Touristic attractions
- Lake Bled – A beautiful lake in the Julian Alps of the Upper Carniolan region of northwestern Slovenia, where it adjoins the town of Bled.
- Ljubljana Castle – A castle complex standing on Castle Hill above downtown Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia.
- Postojna Cave – A 24,340 m long karst cave system near Postojna, southwestern Slovenia. It is the second-longest cave system in the country.
- Triglav National Park – The only national park in Slovenia, located in the Julian Alps.
- Piran – A town in southwestern Slovenia on the Gulf of Piran on the Adriatic Sea, known for its long pier and Venetian architecture.