Bridge that died in war and was resurected.

A former bank seized as a sniper vantage point during the Bosnian War is now a secret graffiti art gallery.

The sad remains of a monument to martial arts legend and movie star Bruce Lee—in the middle of Balkans.

This surreal memorial/cemetery is a necropolis of crumbling stonework and puzzle-shaped headstones.

This picturesque monastery at the base of a cliff is a peaceful oasis open to all visitors.

Where the lovelorn find a home for their sentimental keepsakes.

A World War II evacuation tunnel turned into a history display of Croatian state and people.

An eclectic art form practiced by untrained masters is celebrated at this museum in the heart of Zagreb's old Upper Town.

A well-worshipped shrine to the Virgin Mary nestled inside the last of Zagreb’s historic gates.

The costumes depict the Kurent, the star character of the annual Kurentovanje festival.

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

This abandoned Slovenian military barracks has become a punky-political art squat.

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

A whimsical bridge adorned with decorative dragons.

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.

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

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

In between two buildings in Ljubljana, medieval tunnel to nowhere.

The Slovenian architect designed many landmarks in the capital city, including his own dream house.

This small Slovenian town has become a magnet for microbreweries.

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

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