Historic Churches of the Julian Alps
This collection spans the cross-border region of the Julian Alps, featuring architectural landmarks from the UNESCO-listed Longobard Temple in Cividale to the high-altitude pilgrimage site of Monte Lussari. Highlights include the iconic island church of Lake Bled, the fresco-adorned Gothic interior of St. John the Baptist at Bohinj, and the unique cave chapel of San Giovanni d'Antro. These sites reflect the region's complex history, serving as artistic treasures, symbols of post-earthquake resilience, and spiritual centers for Slavic, Latin, and Germanic cultures.
A Memorial Church of the Holy Spirit on Javorca
Holy Spirit Church, Javorca is a memorial church near Zatolmin in Slovenia.
B Russian Chapel
The Russian Chapel on the Vršič Pass is a Russian Orthodox chapel located on the Russian Road on the northern side of the Vršič Pass in…
Church of St. John the Baptist
14th-century Gothic church at the edge of Lake Bohinj. Known for its extensive exterior and interior frescoes, including the portrait of St. Christopher and a rare wooden head of St. John the Baptist.
D Oratorio di Santa Maria in Valle
The Oratorio di Santa Maria, or Oratory of Santa Maria, previously called the Tempietto longobardo, is located in Valle on the north…
E Cerkev Marijinega Vnebovzetja
17th-century Baroque church situated on Slovenia's only natural island. Features a 52-meter bell tower and a 16th-century 'wishing bell' in the nave, accessible via 99 stone steps from the shore.
F Santuario Madonna del Lussari / Cerkev Višarske Kraljice
High-altitude pilgrimage church located at 1,790 meters on Monte Lussari. Dating back to the 14th century, it serves as a spiritual meeting point for Slovenian, Italian, and German-speaking pilgrims.
G Duomo di Santa Maria Assunta
15th-century Gothic-Renaissance cathedral in Cividale del Friuli. It houses the silver altarpiece of Pellegrino II, a masterpiece of medieval Italian goldsmithing.
H Bazilika Marijinega vnebovzetja
Franciscan monastery and basilica atop a 681-meter peak. Rebuilt after World War I, it is a prominent pilgrimage site offering panoramic views of the Soča Valley and the Adriatic Sea.
I Santuario Beata Vergine di Castelmonte
Ancient fortified sanctuary located on a 618-meter hill. The complex includes a 15th-century church housing a revered 14th-century wooden statue of the Madonna and Child.
J San Giovanni d'Antro
Unique religious site built within a natural karst cave. It features a 15th-century Gothic chapel and carved stone altars accessible via a staircase of nearly 100 steps.
K Duomo di Sant'Andrea Apostolo
14th-century Gothic cathedral known for its meticulous reconstruction following the 1976 Friuli earthquake. The adjacent chapel houses several well-preserved mummies dating back to the 17th century.
L Duomo di Santa Maria Assunta
Romanesque-Gothic cathedral featuring a facade with a seven-meter-high statue of St. Christopher. The building was significantly restored after the devastating 1976 earthquake.
M Abbazia di San Gallo
Historic Benedictine abbey complex founded in 1085. The site includes a medieval church and cloister situated on a prominent hill overlooking the Fella and Aupa valleys.
N Sveti Martin
Neo-Gothic church built in 1905 on the site of an earlier Gothic structure. It contains 20th-century frescoes by Slavko Pengov and remains of original 15th-century fortification walls.
O Kapela Marije Snežne / Finžgarjeva kapelica
High-altitude chapel located on the Kredarica plateau below Mount Triglav. At 2,515 meters, it is the highest religious site in Slovenia, originally built in 1896 and reconstructed in 1992.
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