Anyone going to the Gorge?
Alright so I am dying to share more of Slovenia with you I have been here for a few days now and I go to bed at the end of each one loving it more and more! I cannot explain how spectacular this place is. Again however, I will try. So I left off last time telling you about Vintgar gorge which was where I visited on my second day trip to Bled. It is part of the Triglav national park and its natural beauty is overwhelming and calming all at the same time.
Just beginning my trek through the gorge
Amazingly colored water everywhere
It took about 35 minutes to walk there from a friend’s hostel in Bled. Left up to my own devices I would have taken a taxi, but looking back I did appreciate the walk both there and back as it provided great views and additional photo ops. Once we arrived at the entrance there was a 4 euro charge and the narrow, wooden trails along the edges of the gorge were yours to explore. With every step an “Oooh or Ahhh” escaped me, I wanted to take a picture of everything. Every waterfall, every area of still transparent emerald and sapphire pool, every fish, every rock face, every everything. This was just a beautiful place and I was so happy I made it there. I kept wondering if the locals appreciated it as much as I did or if the novelty had worn off long ago.
Water rushing through
There is this surreal feeling of when you have looked up a place and seen photos online or in print and think how lovely it is and then to actually be there. I was thinking to myself that I couldn’t believe I was actually there, it is an awesome feeling. I felt that way too when I was at lake Bled rowing to the church on the island. This is a place I would for sure visit again if I ever returned to Slovenia, which I am pretty sure will happen.
Lovely views all around
Tempted to enter my birthstone (emerald) tinted pools
After making our way through the gorge we headed back to Bled, another hike. Europe has provided me with many of these, I just hope the end result of some amazing legs is birthed from all these hikes! When we finally hit the downhill approach we made a quick stop at a small, lone restaurant and had a bottle of Radler, a grapefruit flavoured beer that I haven’t gone a day without so far. I had plans of hitting another close by city Bohinj and going for a swim at the lake there but was so exhausted and sun drained that I took a bus back to Ljubljana (pronounced Loob-Lee-Yana) instead. The hostel was having a live jazz band perform so I figured I would rest up and then go listen, which I did after treating myself to a lovely little dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Another waterfall
Leaving the gorge headed back to Bled
Next time we will delve into the lovely Ljubljana, which I will continue to explore, until then love life!
Reminds me of Heidi for some reason
Views on the way back down
This is not what I expected Slovenia to be like. Funny how you conjure up these negative images based on what’s in the news. Hmmm.
Absolutely and it is beyond gorgeous definitely in my top 3 or top 2!!
Great photos! I hope you also enjoy the rest of your trip.
Thank you so much!
Jodi hope Croatia is treating you well. Hop to read from you soon.
Yes so far so good I need to update you but have been busy busy which is great. Will be sure to have a post up in less than 24 hrs!
WOW! My fav blog so far! You are RIGHT! GORGEOUS! You did a great job describing and showed the perfect pics! I really have to control this jealousy lol! Love you and glad you are enjoying your “hostel” experience. xo
Awwe thanxs hun!! I try my best! A lil jealousy is good it will make sure you stick to your spring break plan of coming to join in for a bit lol
Love the pics Jodi. Definitely adding Slovenia to my Bucket List!!!
Yaaay glad to hear it and there is so much more to see that I didn’t do!
Stunning! As you say, who knew!
It really is. I can’t wait to come back, even though I haven’t left yet lol
Aaawesome!! I think Slovenia has your heart…av fun my dear. May God continue to guide your steps. Love u…mwah!
Thank u and happy birthday!!
Gorgeous gorge. I like the landscape. Its so natural. When I enlarged the ‘water rushing through’ photo, I was just imagining how magical the feelings would be if one is there.
I’m still hungry for more.
Let’s hit the streets of Ljubljana!
Best Wishes & be safe!
Hassan you are so encouraging!! Thanks for coming along with me always. And yes the gorge is gorgeous
Did a walking tour of Ljubljana today so I am excited to fill you in!
Alright, we are waiting. Till we read from you.
I fell in love with Slovenia, too! It’s a real gem among its famous neighbours such as Italy, Austria or Croatia.
Oh I couldn’t agree more. Thanks for stopping by
Beautiful pictures… Keep them coming…
Thanks you bunches and bunches. So nice if you to keep following.