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Even in semi-retirement, the ‘godfather of modern Slovenian cuisine’ still presides over this institution.

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

This delicious Bosnian barbecue restaurant celebrates the diverse cuisine of Slovenia.

An unmistakable facial pareidolia in the Julian Alps also includes a fantastic tale.

The monument honors the mountaineers who were part of Europe’s best anti-Nazi forces.

Apparently, Hell has waterfalls in Slovenia.

On a small Slovenian island, diners can mix and match a classic cake into dozens of sweet and savory flavor combinations.

This small Slovenian town has become a magnet for microbreweries.

The world's oldest grape-producing vine has survived four centuries of turmoil and even has its own anthem.

The "dragon babies" of southeastern Europe.

An otherworldly alpine pasture in Slovenia with historical ties to WWII and architecture that recalls Middle Earth.

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

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

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

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

Just across from the "Last Supper" painting is the famous painter's vineyard, a gift received for creating the masterpiece.

Sip a Negroni Sbagliato in the bar that invented it.

In the 1940s, Italian architect Mario Cavallè built a dozen of these round homes in northern Milan.

This small Milan street is filled with colorful homes and a rich history.

A space dedicated to contemporary art and culture, co-chaired by fashion icon Miuccia Prada.

Milan's duomo is covered in beautiful carving including a curious "dinosaur-like" beast.

Long-abandoned art nouveau baths beneath Milan's Piazza Oberdan.

The secret medieval communication system will whisk your words above the noise of the crowd.

One of the world’s smallest bars, just 13 square feet, is brimming with speakeasy flair.