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Unusual Attractions in Postojna

Postojna, Slovenia

Postojna caves

A miniature train-ride through Slovenia's largest cave system.

Postojna, Slovenia

Olm

The "dragon babies" of southeastern Europe.

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Predjama, Slovenia

Predjama Castle

Castle and secret tunnel withstood a siege until its owner was killed by the Holy Roman Empire, while sitting on the toilet.

5 miles from Postojna

Matavun, Slovenia

Skocjan Caves

This massive subterranean fissure is known as the "underground Grand Canyon."

13 miles from Postojna

Idrija, Slovenia

Idrija Mercury Mine

This was the second largest mercury mine in the world and one of the oldest preserved mine complexes in Europe.

18 miles from Postojna

Borgo Grotta Gigante, Italy

Grotta Gigante

One of the largest caves in the world open to the public.

21 miles from Postojna

'Ursus'

This historic floating crane became an unlikely symbol of the port of Trieste.

23 miles from Postojna

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Forest to Table in Alpine Slovenia

Alongside local experts, we'll munch our way through Slovenia's stunning alpine pastures, forests, and lakes—gathering wild foods, making mountain tea, and crafting a charismatic cheese.

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