Metlika: G2-105 - Most čez Kolpo
Metlika occupies a low river terrace beside the Kolpa River in Slovenia’s Bela krajina region, close to the Croatian border. Its old centre leads towards Metlika Castle, which houses the Bela krajina Museum and preserves an important part of the area’s heritage. The town is closely associated with the distinctive Bela krajina folk costume and Vinska vigred, an annual festival celebrating local wine and food. Residential streets, local businesses and connecting roads underline Metlika’s role as a service centre for the surrounding vine-growing countryside. The Kolpa, which forms much of the Slovenian–Croatian border, gives this southeastern corner of Slovenia a clear geographic identity.
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Metlika stands near the Kolpa River on Slovenia’s border with Croatia in Bela krajina, and this frontier position has long tied the town to the wider borderland. Its compact old centre is marked by Metlika Castle, home to the Bela krajina Museum, whose collections trace the region’s local life and heritage. The town is also associated with Vinska vigred, the Bela krajina wine festival, which brings local wines and regional food into the streets each spring. Beyond the centre, the low hills and vineyards of southeastern Slovenia give the area a distinctly rural character, while the Kolpa remains a defining river for the border region. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Metlika and Bela krajina.
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Slovenia occupies a meeting point of the Alps, the Pannonian Plain, the Dinaric mountains and the Adriatic coast in south-central Europe. The Julian Alps rise in the northwest, where Triglav is the country’s highest mountain, while the Soča River is known for its clear turquoise water. Karst terrain has shaped caves such as Postojna Cave and the Škocjan Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ljubljana combines a riverside old town with works by architect Jože Plečnik; farther east, wine-growing regions and thermal springs add another dimension. Slovenian food reflects Alpine, Mediterranean and Balkan influences. Find related webcams in the surrounding area to build a fuller picture of Slovenia and the northern Adriatic.
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