Stari trg (Old Square), Ljubljana
The Old Market area, known as "Stari trg", epitomizes the Baroque charm of Ljubljana's historical center. Its winding alleys, reminiscent of medieval times, and 19th-century storefronts create a picturesque scene. Reflecting the later Habsburg era are grandiose historicist buildings, preceding the city's transition to the Vienna Secession style after the 1895 earthquake.
Right next to the Town Hall, the refined Thalnitscher family house, also known as the Dolni膷ar House, opens a series of partly elaborate, partly modest Baroque residences; among them, at number 4, is the presumed birthplace of polymath Johann Weichard von Valvasor, constructed in 1637. Particularly detailed is the facade of the Schweiger House (No. 11a), completed in 1748鈥�49 based on designs by architect Candido Zulliani, hailing from Trieste. Finally, a row of typical Baroque houses lines the Old Market, leading to Levstik Square, featuring a replica of the 17th-century Hercules Fountain crafted by Francesco Robba at its center.
Right next to the Town Hall, the refined Thalnitscher family house, also known as the Dolni膷ar House, opens a series of partly elaborate, partly modest Baroque residences; among them, at number 4, is the presumed birthplace of polymath Johann Weichard von Valvasor, constructed in 1637. Particularly detailed is the facade of the Schweiger House (No. 11a), completed in 1748鈥�49 based on designs by architect Candido Zulliani, hailing from Trieste. Finally, a row of typical Baroque houses lines the Old Market, leading to Levstik Square, featuring a replica of the 17th-century Hercules Fountain crafted by Francesco Robba at its center.
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Sight Name: Stari trg (Old Square)
Sight Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia (See walking tours in Ljubljana)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia (See walking tours in Ljubljana)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Ljubljana Introduction Walking Tour
Ljubljana is the capital and the heart of Slovenia. Being the country's cultural and political center, it is also Slovenia's largest city and has a long, storied past.
The exact origin of its name is not clear. Some linguists suggest that it may be rooted in "Ljubija," the original name of the Ljubljanica River derived from the Old Slavic male name "Ljubovid,"... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
The exact origin of its name is not clear. Some linguists suggest that it may be rooted in "Ljubija," the original name of the Ljubljanica River derived from the Old Slavic male name "Ljubovid,"... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Historic Buildings Walking Tour
The Slovenian capital has no shortage of historical buildings. The architectural wealth of Ljubljana accumulated over the years received a significant boost in the early 20th century thanks to the famous Slovenian architect, Joze Plecnik, a classicist, who tried to model the city on ancient Athens.
Among the notable local landmarks is the Ljubljana Central Pharmacy, a testament to the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Among the notable local landmarks is the Ljubljana Central Pharmacy, a testament to the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles