7. Slovenia's best and most beautiful destinations. 1. Ljubljana There is plenty to see and do packed into this tiny capital city. Above the city, Ljubljana’s Castle is accessible by funicular or by a steep but scenic walk, whose clock tower boasts incredible views of the city’s Old Town with its pretty squares and Baroque architecture. While wandering around, look out for pictures and statues of dragons - they symbolise the mythological origins of the city. Legend has it that the Greek hero Jason and his Argonaut comrades killed a monster in a swamp on the present site of Ljubljana. For a truly unforgettable stay book yourself into Hostel Celica for a night or two. The hostel is a former Yugoslav prison thats cells have been redesigned by over 80 artists into a mix of private and dorm rooms. 2. Bled This picturesque, fairy-tale town is Slovenia’s most popular resort, and rightly so. People flock here to enjoy the stunning views of the lake with its small chu...