Sunday, October 4, 2009

Bled




Bled - a famous ski resort and balneological mountain lake. This place
is particularly, fabulous picturesque, surrounded on all sides by forests
and mountains, it is considered a real pearl of Slovenia. Bled is from
Ljubljana, at a height above sea level at the foot of the Julian Alps.
Area of the lake is 144 acres, maximum depth-.

Climate



summer sun, precipitation are rare. The lake water is heated to 18-24
degrees C.


History Bled



Traces of the first Celtic settlement discovered by archaeologists,
belong to the Iron Age (800-600 BC). Then, these places have experienced a
period of Roman domination.

In the 7 th century there appeared the Slavic tribes. When the first
Slavic state (Samoa) fell, Bled was ruled first francs, and then the
Germans. Second Coming of the Slavs took place in the 9-10 centuries. P>

From the 19 th century Bled passed into private ownership, and in the
early 20 th became the center of tourism of Slovenia.


Attractions

Bled - that is worth a visit



Bled castle, towering over the lake, was built in 18 century. Chapel
of the Assumption on a small island in the middle of the lake looks very
picturesque. According to legend, if you make a wish, standing under her
bell, it will come true.

in Bled is also worth seeing the parish church of St Martin, Church of
St. Mark in vrbe!, the former residence of Tito - "Hotel Vila", gorges and
Pokljuka Vingara.


Travel Tips



In August in Bled, annually hosts the International Folklore Festival.
Regularly in the church on the island, in the church of St. Martin in the
Festival Palace hosts concerts of classical music. Since 1930, the lake
hosts international championships in rowing.

ski season lasts from late December to early March.



total length of ski trails - (out of them - blue, red) and cross
country -. The nearest ski track is located in the city center. The length
of the slope near. In the area of riding the elevator works 2. There are
also lighted trails for night skiing.

The lake has two beaches.



unusually pleasant pastime is a walk around the lake in the cab. In
summer you can also ride on the boat.

Those who prefer active rest, can visit the fitness center, tennis
courts, rent a bicycle.



in Bled is one of the oldest and the best golf clubs in Europe.



The resort now room for lovers of riding - there are clubs and
schools. Bled is not far from the racetrack.

Restaurants



The city has many cafes and restaurants, which offer cuisine for all
tastes.



Shopping



as souvenirs you can buy Slovenian wines vilyamovku - famous Slovenian
pear vodka.

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