Slovenia

religion?

64% of Slovenians are Roman Catholic.

something interesting

Before the Middle ages, Ljubljana was the site of a Roman city called Emona. From the Middle Ages until 1918, it was under Habsburg rule. (Habsburg was the name of the Austrian royal family.)

unique animal?

Lipizzaner is a Slovenian indigenous breed of horse which dates back to the Middle Ages. This breed has always been famous throughout the world, while it has a special cultural pride in Slovenia.

capital of slovenia

Ljubljana, at 46°03'20"N & 14°30'30"E

Food?

Local cuisine is influenced by the neighboring countries: Austria, Italy, Croation & Hungary. Its basis is cereals, dairy products, meat (especially pork), sea and freshwater fish, vegetables, beans, olives, and grape.

traditions?

One tradition is trapping of the edible dormouse, a small creature found in the Slovenian beech forest.

famous landmark?

Predjama Castle

Language?

Slovene is the official language throughout the country.

Bordered by?

Slovenia is bordered by Italy, Austria, Hungary, Croatia & The Adriatic Sea

something unique about Slovenia?

Slovenia was once part of Yugoslavia. It gained independence in 1991.

Sports?

The most popular team sports in Slovenia are association football (soccer), basketball, ice hockey, handball, ski jumping and skiing.

Holidays?

There are 17 public holidays in Slovenia. Slovenians celebrate independence and unity day on December 26th.

clothes?

Traditional dress for Slovenian men is a white shirt, with dark vests and high boots.