Ljubljana (‘lyoo-BLYAH-nah’) is one of Europe's greenest and smallest capitals. It's never crowded – but also never boring. 50,000 university students give it its youthful appeal, and as an economic and cultural hub of Slovenia, it has a lot to offer to locals and visitors alike. The term "love" is in the name of Ljubljana itself, which sounds similar to "ljubljena" (loved woman). Ljubljana is located at the intersection of major European transportation routes, halfway between Vienna and Venice. It is easily accessible by train and by car, as well as by air, with Ljubljana's Jože Pučnik international airport only a short drive away (2024 Slovenian Tourist Board).
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