 A performance in the Concert Hall of Postojna cave is something everyone should experience at least once. And the cave itself with 23 km of remarkable galleries is one of Europe's favourite, and longest, tourist destinations. A small train guides visitors through this enormous maze of crystalline stone curtains and altars, stopping at the most stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Slovenia's fascinating karst region boast more than 6,000 caves, three deeper than 1 km, including Vilenica and ©kocjan, which in 1986 was placed on UNESCO's list of protected natural wonders. Karst regions are characterized by underground drainage through dissolved limestone sink holes and caverns, and the geological term &quod;karst&quod; actually comes from the Slovene language. Among the many wonders of this area, the Proteus anguinos stands out for its translucent skin and possession of both legs and gills. More information:
|
 |
 |
Postojna Cave | |