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The word “karst” is used worldwide to refer to an arid limestone plateau, but Slovenia's
is the original. In fact, that term comes from the Slovenian word “Kras”—a specific region
near the Italian border. Since this limestone terrain is easily dissolved by water, karstic re-
gions are punctuated by remarkable networks of caves and underground rivers.
Your top Karst priority is a cave visit. Choose between Slovenia's two best caves, Škoc-
jan or Postojna—each with a handy side-trip nearby (to help you pick, see the sidebar on
here ). In the neighborhood of Škocjan is Lipica, where the Lipizzaner stallions strut their
stuff. Just up the road from Postojna is Predjama Castle, picturesquely nestled into the side
of a cliff.
I've listed public-transit possibilities, but most recommended destinations are very chal-
lenging to reach without a car. To efficiently hit several in one day, consider taking a guided
excursion from Ljubljana (see here ) .
Sleeping in the Karst
To sleep in the heart of the Karst—a short drive from all these sights—consider $ Tourist
Farm Hudi č evec (hoo-DEE-cheh-vets), midway between Škocjan and Postojna. This kid-
friendly complex, with seven rooms, is run by the farming Sim č i č family. A roomy,
hotelesque, spick-and-span double with a private bathroom—including a Slovenian dinner
and farm-fresh eggs for breakfast—costs €70 for two people (Db without dinner-€52,
ask about larger apartments, cash only, free Wi-Fi, tel. 05/703-0300, www.hudicevec.si ,
info@hudicevec.si ). Idyllic and remote as this place sounds, it's actually right next to the
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