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Permanent Representation
of the Republic of Slovenia
to the United Nations in New York

600 Third Avenue, 24th Floor
New York, N.Y. 10016
USA

T: (+) 1 212 370 30 07
F: (+) 1 212 370 18 24
E: mny(at)gov.si

Ambassador:
HE Sanja Ĺ tiglic

Slovenia in Brief


The Republic of Slovenia lies at the heart of Europe, where the Alps and the Mediterranean meet the Pannonian plains and the mysterious Karst.

In Slovenia, the sun shines approximately 2,000 hours per year. And there is plenty of snow in winter. The average temperatures are -2°C in January and 21°C in July.

Green is the dominant colour. There are many woods and forests in Slovenia – covering more than half of the country – and numerous preserved and protected plant and animal species. Mountains, lakes, waterfalls, forests, caves, hills, plains, rivers and the sea - you name it, we've got it on the 20.273 km2, as well as many natural and landscape parks.

As a small picturesque country, Slovenia makes a great tourist destination. You can ski in the morning and surrender yourself to the luxury of the Adriatic Sea in the afternoon.

The highest mountain is called Triglav - the name meaning "three-heads" - and it is 2864m high. The mountain is a true national symbol, featured on the national coat of arms and the flag.

The country is also known for its great wines and delicious traditional food.

For more information on Slovenia please visit www.slovenia.si.