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Slovenia

Slovenia belongs to Europe. The capital city is Ljubljana.

CapitalLjubljana
LanguageSlovene
Currencyeuro
Population2.1M

Key Facts

RegionCentral Europe
GovernmentParliamentary republic
Independence1991
Area20,271 km2
Population density102/km2
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Calling code+386
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.918
Safety index
74.8
Internet access
91%
Life expectancy
81.7

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Triglav2,864 m
Skrlatica2,740 m
Mangart2,679 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity68%
  • No religion26%
  • Islam3%
  • Other3%

Why Visit

Lake BledAn emerald lake with a church-topped island and a clifftop castle — a postcard image.
Triglav National ParkSlovenia's only national park covers almost 4% of the country.
Postojna CaveA 24 km cave system with a narrow-gauge train, one of Europe's largest.
LjubljanaA compact, walkable capital with a dragon bridge, castle hill and café-lined river.
Soca ValleyBrilliant turquoise river with world-class rafting and WWII Isonzo Front history.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Ljubljana
284k
Maribor
112k
Kranj
40k

Climate Overview

-1CJan avg.
21CJul avg.
1,400 mmYearly rainfall
Continental / Alpine / MediterraneanClimate

Other Quick Info

Currencyeuro
Official languageSlovene
National day25 June
Electricity230V, Type C/F