I f you like walks in nature, you have ahead of you more than 10,000 kilometres of hiking trails, as well as cycling tours, wine tours, the perfect holiday in Slovene Istria, incred- ible lakes, mighty ski slopes, thermal spas, and a gastronomic experience that’s a special story not to be forgotten. The first association with this country is the colour green, because, in case you didn’t know, more than half of Slo- venia is covered with forests. Tailored hiking trails are perfect for tak- ing a break from the city bustle, but for those wanting more there are also many organised excursions, such as photo safaris or rafting on the rivers Drava, Sava and Krka, using tradi- tional rafts that were once used to transport timber. These green oases are today home to more than a hundred species of birds, while roebuck, deer and foxes are so tame in certain areas that you can approach them. If you haven’t experienced the Slovenian Alps, you’ve haven’t really seen this country. Also located there is the Triglav National Park, with its highest peak rising to 2,864 m.a.s.l., lakes Bled and Bohinj, and the resort of Kran- jska Gora, a paradise for skiers. And when you tire from your active hol- iday, there are healing waters that guarantee your relaxation. Slovenia has a hundred natu-
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