City break in "Veleje"

"Ni živleja brez Veleja" is a typical Slovenian sentence connected with the youngest Slovenian city, Velenje. It means that "there is no life without Velenje (Veleje)" and there is a lot of life in Velenje. Actually, the citizens of Velenje are really proud of their city and their lives are strongly bonded to the city as well. 

Velenje has a strong cultural and historical tradition. The tradition of coal mining is perfectly seen in The Coal Mining Museum in Velenje. A descent in the 120-year-old elevator to the depth of 160 metres in an interesting journey into the once active mine tunnels of the mine Škale, which are now a part of the museum that was awarded European museum of the year. The Velenje Castle is situated on a steep rocky cliff overlooking the city of Velenje. The castle first records date back to 1264. It ranks as the most well-preserved Renaissance castle in Slovenia. The Šalek Castle, which gave a name to the village and valley of Šalek, was abandoned after devastating fire around 1770 but it is known for its unique triangular floor. The central square in Velenje is dominated by a monument showing the contemplating Marshal Josip Broz - Tito. This is the biggest Tito statue worldwide. The statue measures around 10 m in height.

Summer in Velenje is something really vivid. The Velenje lakes surroundings "get alive" with numerous events and sport activities. There is a Velenje beach where you will meet locals and tourist sunbathing or enjoying water activities like SUP, sailing or simply swimming. The city center is full of arts and the Velenje Festival organizes different cultural evenings.