General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Ljubljana |
| Country | Slovenia |
| Currency | Euro |
| Main religion | Roman Catholicism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $52.3 billion |
| Size | 20,273 km² |
| Population | 2,108,176 |
| Population density | 104/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.54 |
| City population | 54.3% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 2∘C |
| Summer | 23∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Slovene |
| Population able to read | 99.7% |
| Population with a college degree | 17.3% |
| Population able to speak english | 58.1% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 28 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Adria Airways |
| Main airport | Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.6 |
| Cigarettes | $3.6 |
| Burger | $4.5 |
| Coffee | $1.5 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $350/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $140/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.30/l |
| Rental car | $40/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 22% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $22500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 105.25/MBits |
| Tld | .si |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 82.7% |
| Phone mobile data | $16.19 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.99% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type F, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 7:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Mimovrste |
| Supermarket | Mercator |
| Pharmacy | Lekarna Ljubljana |
| Drugstore | DM |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Basketball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Žlikrofi | Pasta dumplings filled with meat, onions, and herbs | $10-$15 |
| Kranjska klobasa | A type of sausage made from pork, beef, and spices | $8-$12 |
| Potica | A traditional Slovenian cake made with walnuts, honey, and spices | $12-$18 |
| Prekmurska gibanica | A layered pastry made with apples, walnuts, poppy seeds, and cottage cheese | $15-$20 |
| Štruklji | A type of rolled pastry filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables | $10-$15 |
| Bograč | A stew made with beef, pork, and vegetables | $12-$18 |
| Idrijski žlikrofi | A type of pasta dumplings filled with potatoes, onions, and herbs | $10-$15 |
| Pršut | A type of air-dried ham | $15-$25 |
| Štruklji with tarragon | A type of rolled pastry filled with tarragon, cheese, and cream | $12-$18 |
| Potica with walnuts | A traditional Slovenian cake made with walnuts, honey, and spices | $15-$20 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Cviček | A light red wine made from a blend of grapes | $5-$10 |
| Teran | A dark red wine made from the Teran grape | $10-$15 |
| Rebula | A white wine made from the Rebula grape | $10-$15 |
| Sauvignon Blanc | A white wine made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape | $10-$15 |
| Chardonnay | A white wine made from the Chardonnay grape | $10-$15 |
| Pinot Noir | A red wine made from the Pinot Noir grape | $15-$20 |
| Zelen | A brandy made from plums | $15-$20 |
| Slivovitz | A brandy made from plums | $15-$20 |
| Kirsch | A brandy made from cherries | $15-$20 |
| Beer | A variety of beers are available in Slovenia, including Lasko, Union, and Laško | $3-$5 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Wooden Spoons | Hand-carved wooden spoons, often decorated with traditional Slovenian motifs | €5-10 |
| Lace | Intricate lace, traditionally made by hand | €10-20 |
| Honey | Slovenia is known for its high-quality honey | €5-10 |
| Wine | Slovenia produces a variety of wines, including red, white, and sparkling | €10-20 |
| Ceramics | Hand-painted ceramics, often featuring traditional Slovenian designs | €10-20 |
| Crystal | High-quality crystal, often used to make vases, glasses, and other decorative items | €20-50 |
| Embroidery | Hand-embroidered textiles, often featuring traditional Slovenian motifs | €20-50 |
| Leather Goods | High-quality leather goods, such as wallets, belts, and bags | €50-100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year. |
| Prešeren Day | February 8 | Commemorates the birth of the Slovenian poet France Prešeren. |
| Easter Sunday | March/April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. |
| Easter Monday | March/April | Celebrates the day after Easter Sunday. |
| May Day | May 1 | Celebrates the international workers’ day. |
| Pentecost | May/June | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. |
| Corpus Christi | May/June | Celebrates the institution of the Eucharist. |
| Statehood Day | June 25 | Commemorates the declaration of independence of Slovenia in 1991. |
| Assumption of Mary | August 15 | Celebrates the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven. |
| Reformation Day | October 31 | Commemorates the beginning of the Protestant Reformation in Slovenia. |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | Celebrates all the saints. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. |
| Independence and Unity Day | December 26 | Commemorates the independence of Slovenia from Yugoslavia in 1991. |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Delo |
| Online news | 24ur.com |
| Tv | TV Slovenija 1 |
| Radio | Val 202 |