A tragic legacy of the attempt to beautify Skopje and line the pockets of corrupt politicians

Artists made this mosque into a marvel of Ottoman baroque architecture.

Depending on the region's rainfall, this church may be partially submerged.

Space-age monument to an early 20th-century uprising.

It's unclear what caused the fire that led to this opulent hotel's demise.

See how paper is made the old-fashioned way.

According to a local legend, this old castle could only be built after a woman was immured in the walls.

A scattered cemetery of medieval tombstones, each carved with indivdual patterns and scenes, overlooking a bright blue lake.

Bridge that died in war and was resurected.

This massive subterranean fissure is known as the "underground Grand Canyon."

What was once an ordinary pedestrian tunnel under Gorizia Castle has been transformed into an immersive artistic experience.

This lush, scenic spot was carved by the turquoise waters of the Radovna.

This one-time health resort was used by aristocrats around the world.

Castle and secret tunnel withstood a siege until its owner was killed by the Holy Roman Empire, while sitting on the toilet.

The "dragon babies" of southeastern Europe.

A miniature train-ride through Slovenia's largest cave system.

Martin Bricelj Baraga's monolithic sculpture measures the blueness of the sky, and changes color to match it.

Since 1999, this bakery has been turning out the dreamiest tortes in the Slovenian capital.

A trough of 700 strange bronze faces runs through a narrow alley in Ljubljana's old town.

This historic Amsterdam bar used to accept sailor's monkeys as payment.

Inspired by the Rialto Bridge in Venice, these three clustered bridges were just one part of a Slovenian architect’s grand vision.

Buy raw milk from a 24/7 vending machine or pick up tomb candles at this local market.

When this monument to Slovenia's national poet was erected, it's said to have sparked the ire of nearby church authorities.

A public work of art that also provides some relief from the summer heat.