Wherever you go in Ljubljana, you can’t help but notice Ljubljana Castle atop of Castle Hill looking down upon the town. This medieval castle, built in the 15th century has been used over the years as a military base, a prison, as well as a site for cult practices in the Roman times. It is now used as a museum and lookout point.
After spending a few days wandering around and photographing this beautiful city from the ground, I decided I wanted to see it from another perspective, and so decided to visit the castle.
I originally planned to visit early in the morning, but due to my complete laziness I ended up wasting the day and then deciding at the last minute to race up the hill to watch the sun set. This couldn’t have worked out any better. The views were absolutely stunning and I am SO happy I waited until the evening to go.
The best way to get to the castle is by walking. There are three different paths up the hill, each taking about fifteen minutes to walk, and all of them being ridiculously steep.
The views from the top definitely make the walk worthwhile though, and whilst I had only planned to spend about ten minutes taking photos, I ended up spending over two hours there!
During the summer months, the castle holds “Films Under The Stars” evenings, where at 9pm they screen new Slovenian films on the projector for the locals to watch.
Ljubljana Castle is open all year round: 9am – 10pm May – September, and 10am – 9pm October – April. It is free to visit the castle and costs €4 to visit the virtual museum and lookout tower.
wow. lovely photos
Thanks Ayan!
I can see why you’re happy with the pics – they are fab! What software do you use?
Thanks Julia! I used Photomatix and Photoshop.
Beautiful photos! Especially loved the fourth one!
Thanks Abhijit! That’s one of my favourites too :)
Well done hun they look great! You should definitely be proud of those =)
Thanks lovely!! I keep looking at them and thinking WOW! Did I really take those?! Haha.
Wow! Gorgeous photos!
Thanks Phil! :)
Gorgeous photos. I think I would really like it there too!
I wasn’t expecting much and nearly didn’t visit in the end, but it’s turned out to be my favourite place so far on my trip!
Great shots – and great editing!
Thanks Micah!
Much like everyone else has said, these photos are incredible. I’m very jealous of you, Lauren.
Awww thanks so much, Jordan!
Like everyone’s said, these photos are absolutely incredible. I’m very jealous, Lauren.
Congratulations sweetie. Of course you are setting our expectation levels very high for the photo’s to follow!!!
I know, damnit!!!
Wow gorgeous pictures, what views!
Thanks Angela! :)
Nice HDR photos. Looks like a terrific spot.
Thanks Kris! It was amazing :)
Gorgeous photos!
Thanks Caz!
What camera do you use? these photos are beautiful.
I’m using a Canon 550D.
Great pictures! No wonder you decided to spend more time in Ljubljana. Just wish you included a picture of a McDjonjalds.
Hahahaha, I spent enough time there! I did take a photo of it too :)
WoW! Lauren, WOW! I Like!! I have some new wallpapers now :) Amazing photos and great photography skills..
Awww, awesome!! Thanks so much! :)
Eye Candy! :)
those are some pretty sweet pics you got here. my favorite one is the ine at the top. love that sunset.
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This is definitely a must see! Great photos too – congratulations!
Just catching up on the blog, awesome pics and next time stay at Hostel Celica for sure!
I will do! That place sounds awesome!
Gorgeous photos! That castle was really odd for me – I thought it would be more of a historical experience but it’s such a mix of the old and the new. I didn’t know what to make of it but the views were fantastic!
And the 3D film, right?! It was bizarre…
Those photos remind me my best days during studies, international exchange in LJ.. Thanks a lot for bringind memories back! :)
Glad it brought back some awesome memories for you! :)
I just visited the Ljubljana Castle today and what you did to the city in pictures made it such a beautiful place to stay and enjoy the great sight and hospitality of the very nice people here. Your photos are simply stupendous. I wish I could be there at sunset but what you shared made me feel I was indeed there. Thanks.
Thank you so much, Peter! I’m glad you got to enjoy Ljubljana Castle — it’s a pretty incredible view, huh?
The second last picture is absolutely stunning! I have the same camera and my pics never come out like that. I will keep trying, thanks for the motivation, Lauren :)
Thanks so much, Andrea! It was an HDR photo :-)
I came to this post hoping to see your beautiful photos but they’re not loading! Maybe you can fix this? I’m traveling there in September with my Mom and want to see what I’m about to encounter!