The Summer School will take place at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ljubljana, in Bezigrad, which is on the north side of Ljubljana. Downtown Ljubljana is very easy to reach; ten minute bus journey or twenty-five minute walk.

The city: Ljubljana, as the capital of Slovenia lies in a basin between the Karst and the Alps. Here you will also be able to enjoy the architecture, its museums, archaeological sites, monuments, many theatres and one of the oldest philharmonic orchestras in the world. Ljubljana offers a wide variety of cafes, pubs, bars and restaurants. Relief from the hustle and bustle of life in the capital can be found in the many parks and woodland areas which in some places extend almost right into the city centre.

Currency: The Euro replaced the Slovenian tolar as the country’s national currency in January 2007.

Local transport: The most efficient public transport in Ljubljana is the city bus. The fare, which is standard irrespective of the distance travelled, is paid using a token or cash paid to the driver. Keep in mind that buying tokens at news and tobacco stands is cheaper than paying cash on the bus.

Shops working hours:
Weekdays: 08.00 to 19.00 (some are open to 21.00)
Saturdays: 08.00 to 19.00 (some are open to 21.00)
Sundays and holidays: on duty pharmacies, small markets and some private shops.
Post Office: Mon–Fri 07.00 to 19.00 and Saturdays 07.00 to 13.00. The post office at the central train station is also open at night.

Eating out: The influences of the East and West, North and South have mingled in Slovenia, a phenomenon reflected in Slovenia’s traditional dishes. The city of Ljubljana offers a great variety of cuisine and prices. Most restaurants serve food until 11p.m, and some carry on until early in the morning. Tips are
not included in the price of a meal.

Entertainment and culture: Throughout Ljubljana, there are twelve cinemas, fifteen museums, twenty-five galleries and collections and seven major theatres. A detailed programme of events is listed in daily newspapers. For more information and a free copy of a monthly event schedule in Ljubljana, contact the
Tourist Information Centre located in the city centre on Stritarjeva 7 or visit
www.ljubljana.ci/usefulinformation/touristinformation.

Climate: The climate in Ljubljana is Central European, but is also subject to the influences of warm air from the Adriatic and cold air from the Alps. The average daytime temperature in the summer is around 30 degrees celsius.

Drinking water: The water is safe and drinkable across the country.

Electricity: The current is 220V, 50Hz.

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