Perched on a hilltop, this attraction features the remains of a beautiful castle that was established by the Counts of Lambergh and Celje in 12th Century. You will come across the Romanesque Tower, ruins of entrances featuring Gothic And Renaissance architectural elements. Kamen Castle also served as a residence to Gašper Lambergar, the popular tournament knight. If you are into archaeology, you can discover several other archaeological sites situated nearby.
With a long-standing history dating back to 1428, Kacenštajn Castle features Gothic architectural remains, Baroque and Renaissance rebuilding. While you may across a few remains of Baroque gardens, a vegetable garden is now found here. Several prisoners of the Second World War were buried on the grounds of this castle. A hostage museum and psychiatric hospital are also located at the site. A great place to visit if you wish to get the chills.
Spanning ten kilometers, Lamberg's Begunje Trail is an archaeological trail that allows you to discover impressive ruins like Castle Kamen. The trail commences from Begunje, leading up to Draga Valley. You will come across places like Njivice plateau, Zijalka cave, The Dwarf's castle, and Katzenstein mansion featuring the Museum of Hostages. The scenic trail will take you through lush greenery, limestone cliffs and majestic mountains that are sure to soothe your eyes and calm your soul. A must visit for history and archaeology enthusiasts.
Museum of Hostages features records of prisoners who suffered in Begunje prison during the Second World War. During your visit, you will come across harsh stories of the prisoners, scribbled on the walls of Katzenstein Mansion. A documentary features atrocities committed by the Nazis including the shooting of war prisoners. You can also visit Draga Valley situated nearby where several prisoners of war have been buried.
Basilica of the Virgin Mary in the village of Brezje is also known as Basilica of Mary Help of Christians. Located off the Gorenjska highway, this basilica is a well-known pilgrimage site. This old church was declared a basilica in 1988 by Pope John Paul II. It features three naves, two aisles, multiple chapels, intricate artworks, a clock tower, valuable paintings and a lot more. The church’s facade was designed by the architect Ivan Vurnik. Located adjacent to the basilica is the Chapel of St. Francis of Assisi, which was built in 1967. Beside the basilica also stands the stunning bronze sculpture of John Paul II.
The 16th Century Kos Manor is housed in the Murova region of Jessenice. This Slovene manor house was commissioned by an iron-lord before being converted into a museum in the recent past. At present, the mansion is managed by the Upper Sava Museum of Jesenice. Used for various purposes, the mansion is used mainly for public events and exhibitions. The two halls are often used jointly for weddings and other social functions.
Having changed many royalties during its initial years is the Landskron Castle (Carinthia), located in the village of Villach. This ruined and dilapidated castle was once the strongest fortification in the region and had the added advantage of height, as it was located at 658 meters (2158.79 feet) above sea level. Established somewhere in the 13th century, the castle was first purchased by Albert II of Austria, who ruled it for a while until it finally went to King Ferdinand I who sold it to Christoph Khevenhüller. He converted this decaying building into a luxurious Renaissance style mansion for his residence. Today the building is used for falconry demo.
Nestled deep in the elusive Pasica Gorge and hidden by dense forests, the former Franja Partisan Hospital and now cultural monument is a must visit attraction for those interested in World War II history. Built by the Slovene Partisans as a part of a movement against Fascism and Nazism, the hospital was used to treat wounded soldiers belonging to the Allied forces and the Axis powers. Due to its unique location, few access points and excellent defense systems, it was never discovered by the enemy forces despite several attempts launched at finding it. A cultural monument of the nation, it has now been significantly restored and serves as a museum open to visitors from April to October. In case of good weather conditions, it welcomes visitors in the off season as well.
Soaring above Carinthia's alpine landscapes, Pyramidenkogel watches over the Worthersee's southern banks from an elevation of 851 meters (2,792 feet). The mountain is mainly known for the structures that it houses on its slopes and summit. The first structure to have been built on the mountain was a wood-crafted vista point which was constructed in 1950 as a memorial for the victims of the World Wars. The Pyramidekogel tower is the other major attraction on the mountain, whose architecture and design catches the eye effortlessly.
The ethnographic museum of Liznjek Farm is located in the Kranjska Gora town of Slovenia. This former 18th-century farmhouse has been renovated into a cultural museum that houses many important artefacts and documents about cultural history. The building is a modest structure made of brick and exhibits the simple architectural elements prevalent during its inception years.