Celje (Slovenia) – the most detailed information about the city with photos. The main sights of Celje with a description, guides and cards.
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Celje (Slovenia)
Celje is a city in Slovenia in the Savinska region, one of the oldest cities of the country. Located in the historic region of Lower Styria in the confluence of the Savinyi and Voglainy rivers. Celje – the third largest the city of Slovenia after the capital Ljubljana and Maribor. In spite of this The population of the city is about 50 000 thousand inhabitants, and historic center and all sights are easy to get around on foot.
The city of Celje is located at the foot of the hill on which stands the ancient Castle. If you climb to the top of this hill, it will open breathtaking panorama of the city and surrounding area. In the Middle Ages, Celje was the only center of an independent Slovenian state. BUT The symbol of the city has become one of the elements of the coat of arms of the country.
Panorama Celje, night
Story
The first settlement on this site was founded by the Celts. It called Keleja, which means shelter or shelter. In the 15th century before AD these lands were conquered by the Roman Empire. The Romans founded here is a city called Celje. The settlement turned into one of the most prosperous Roman colonies. Here were built powerful walls with towers, temples and other large structures.
After the collapse of the Roman Empire, the city was destroyed by the Huns. The restoration of the city began only in the early Middle Ages. AT The Middle Ages, on top of a hill, was built a castle that became the main factor in the formation of the city.
City rights Celje received in the middle of the 15th century. By the end of the 15th century fortress walls were built. At the beginning of the 16th century the city was attacked by the Turks.
Panorama Celje with castle hill
At the beginning of the 19th century, the first university opens in Celje, one of the oldest higher education institutions of Slovenia.
Nature and climate
The town of Celje is located in a picturesque area among hills fields, forests, meadows and pastures. On the slopes you can often meet vineyards.
The climate is temperate continental with warm summer and mild winter. The warmest month is July, the coldest is January. Usually in summer keeps warm warm weather with an average temperature of about 20 degrees In winter there can be slight frosts and rare snowfalls. The greatest amount of precipitation falls in June-September.
On the streets of Celje
Relaxation
In addition to sights and walks through the picturesque natural Celje objects can offer for recreation tennis courts, horse riding trips, skating, baths, baths and pools, bowling, karting, sport climbing and flying sports airplanes.
Evening in Celje
Shopping and shopping
In the center of Celje you can find many shops for Great shopping. They present collections as local Slovenian brands, and well-known European. In numerous shops you can buy almost everything: from traditional Slovenian symbols, souvenirs to fashionable and useful gifts.
Linhartova Street, 7 on Saturdays, there is a market that offers a wide selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and dairy products and local cuisine.
On Vodnikova street, 11 there is an excellent chocolate shop. Also in Celje and the surrounding area there are supermarkets of large networks.
Historical Center Cele
Sights Cele
Celje among Slovenian cities is very rich in attractions. City of Sloven With Historical, cultural, tourist, health and fitness and culinary treasures. It captures ancient history, myths and legends.
Castle in Celje
The ancient castle is a cult landmark in Cele. Powerful and majestic fortress covered with myths and legends, with a high The hill has been watching the city for almost 7 centuries. It is extremely romantic place with powerful energy and historical component.
The first written mention of the castle belongs to the year 1323. Initially, the castle had a rather simple look and was small fortress After the earls of Tsele made him their residence, it grows quickly and develops. Built towers, powerful walls. The castle and the city become one of the centers of Slovenia. BUT authority and political power of the graphs extended far beyond neighborhood.
View of the neighborhood from the castle
At the moment, the castle was subjected to capital restoration.
Lock operation mode:
- January: 10:00 – 16:00
- February: 9:00 – 17:00
- March: 9:00 – 18:00
- April: 9:00 – 19:00
- May: 9:00 – 20:00
- June, July, August: 9:00 – 21:00
- September: 9:00 – 20:00
- October: 9:00 – 18:00
- November: 9:00 – 17:00
- December: 10:00 – 16:00
Celje house
The Celje House is an interesting building of the early 20th century in the historic center of Celje. The house was built by the Viennese architect Peter Branga. Initially, the building was called the German house. After the first World War has received the modern name.
Water tower
Water tower – southeastern part of the old city fortress walls. The tower was built in the 15th century. This is one of the four surviving defensive towers of the city.
Church of sv. Daniel
Not far from the Water Tower is the Gothic church of St.. Daniel. The three-nave building was built on the site of an old church. early 14th century. Since 2006, it has the status of a cathedral.
Church of sv. Maximilian
Church of sv. Maximilian is a religious building built in 15th century baroque. The interior has kept many original items. On the west side is preserved old gothic portal.
Era building Renaissance
In the southern part of the old town between 1580 and 1603 The most beautiful Celje building in the era style was built Renaissance. Now it houses a regional museum.
Church of sv. Cecilia
On the right bank of the river Savigny on a small hill is located 17th century Capuchin monastery with the church of Sv. Cecilia. Unfortunately, the monastery did not fully retain its original architectural appearance.
Church of sv. Joseph
Church of sv. Joseph – Baroque church of the late 17th century, built in honor of getting rid of the plague.
Northwest tower
The north-western defensive tower was part of the former city wall. Nearby is the Slovenian Folk Theater, which was built in 1885.
Mariana Column
Mariana Column – a tall pillar with a statue of the Virgin Mary on apex erected at the end of the 18th century
Video – Celje
Maps and guides
Tsele travel guide with map (Slovenian)
