This traditional Slovenian hayrack (Kozolec) is an exhibit at the open-air museum in Rogatec. For fans of these sorts of hayracks, there is also a specialized museum in Šentrupert, generally known as the “Land of Hayracks”.
Tag: Slovenia
Museum of Slovenian Railways
The Museum of Slovenian Railways offers mighty steam locomotives as well as light auxiliary rail vehicles. Visitors find all these locos and carriages not only in an old shed but also on the attached free ground. It is s place with fascinating objects at every turn.
Velenje Castle in Velenje
Velenje Castle (Velenjski grad) is a well-preserved castle high over the Slovenian city of Velenje. It offers an interesting museum inside. For example, you see the reconstruction of an old grocery shop and the remains of two mastodons.
Over the rooftops of Ptuj
This is a view over the rooftops of Ptuj taken from the castle high above the city. From there, you can see how the Drava River turns into an artificial lake (Ptuj Lake) due to a nearby hydropower station. On the lake, there is much space for aquatic sports.
Holy Trinity Church in Hrastovlje
The Holy Trinity Church (cerkev sv. Trojice) in Hrastovlje formed a fortified church earlier. Today, it offers an outstanding range of frescoes inside. The depictions show both biblical events and a dance macabre.
Mithras Shrine III in Ptuj
A protective building in the style of an ancient Roman sanctuary shelters the remains of the Mithras Shrine III in Ptuj. The shrine was erected in the sixties of the 3rd century by soldiers of the Legio XIII Gemina.
Window at Ljubljana central station
The ticket hall of Ljubljana central station is lighted by stained glass windows like this one. It reminds of a chapel, doesn’t it? More…
Building at Ljubljana Railway Station
Interesting building next to the railway station of Ljubljana. The higher you live the less neighbours you have. Would you love to live in such a building next to a train station? More…
Industrial penthouse in Maribor?
While waiting for my next train I made my thoughts about this office on top of an industrial plant opposite to Maribor Railway Station. Would you love to work in an office high over a railway station? More…
Traffic lights in Maribor
I was very impressed by these traffic lights which counted down the seconds I have to wait for green light. Later the same numbers told me how much time I’d have to cross the street. I haven’t seen this before but I love this idea. More…
‘Train Art’ in Maribor
I was surprised how many Slovenian trains were painted like this one. It reminded me on street art but for obviously reason I’d call this train art. More…
Fun traffic sign in Slovenia
On my way to Grad Castle in Slovenia I came across this traffic sign. I wonder what kind of animal is shown on this sign? Perhaps an otter? My first thought was about a beaver because these animals are known for undermining everything. Even traffic signs 🙂 More…