On to Ljubljana.....

Today we headed to Ljubljana in Slovenia by way of Predjama Castle.  The short drive was complicated by getting slightly lost on our way out of Rovinj but we eventually found our way and to our first stop.  The Castle was originally built as early as the mid twelfth century into the side of the mountain as a sort of fortified Medieval house but was renovated here and there to its present form.  it is quite spectacular in the location and construction and has all the character you would expect of such a structure; secure water supply, dungeon, ports for shooting arrows out of (and later on small cannons) as well as for pouring various terrible substances down upon anyone who dare attack. From there another short drive to Ljubljana where we settled in, returned the rental car, did some laundry and had dinner out and a wander about the town. The town is very lively with many street performers attracting crowds, although not all fully appreciate the arts...... (see below).