Lake Bohinj (Bohinjsko jezero) is a hidden escape
that rests in a mountain valley of the Julian Alps.
that rests in a mountain valley of the Julian Alps.
This lesser known and equally stunning lake
is located near the small town of Bohinjska Bistrica,
only 30 minutes away from Lake Bled.
is located near the small town of Bohinjska Bistrica,
only 30 minutes away from Lake Bled.
| Quaint cottages and Austrian-style churches dot the lush, green countryside leading up to this beautiful lake. |  |
Bohinj is part of the Triglav National Park,
named after its tallest mountain, Triglav.
Triglav, the far left snow-capped peak
 | A monument stands dedicated to the first men who climbed its peak in 1778. |
Bohinj had cheaper prices and more swim areas compared to Lake Bled.
It also hosted a variety of activities including a journey by cable car to the top of Mount Vogel, rafting down the Sava river, or hiking to the Savica waterfall.
After a few hours of kayaking and some much needed iced coffee,
we took the scenic drive back to Ljubljana.
we took the scenic drive back to Ljubljana.
We still had one more stop to make before leaving Slovenia...
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