On the river Ljubljanica lies the capital and the largest city of Slovenia, Ljubljana. Ljubljana, a former Roman settlement from the 15th century BC, was first mentioned with its present name in the 12th century. Since then, Ljubljana has not ceased to develop. This hidden gem of Slovenia has a lot to offer, from great local cuisine to a host of interesting festivals that are held throughout the year. If you want to explore Slovenia, there is no better place to start than in Ljubljana.