Interesting Slovenia Facts

Slovenia is a coastal country located in Southern Europe where it is bordered by Austria, Croatia, Italy, Hungary and the Adriatic Sea. It spans 20,273 km2 of land. The estimated total population of Slovenia is more than 2,079,976.

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Slovenia Fact File: Continent: Europe * Country Name(s): Slovenia, Republic of Slovenia * Location: Southern Europe * Bordering: Austria, Croatia, Italy, Hungary and the Adriatic Sea * Capital City: Ljubljana * Size: 20,273 km2 * Estimated Population: over 2,079,976 * Currency: Euro (EUR) * Language(s): Slovene * Country Code: +386

Interesting Slovenia Facts for Kids

Interesting Facts for Kids 1: Size & location facts
Slovenia belongs to the continent of Europe, where it has a coastal position and is bordered by Austria, Croatia, Italy, Hungary and the Adriatic Sea. There are seven continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, Australia (Oceania). Europe is the world's second smallest continent, it has 51 countries, with some countries belonging to both Europe and Asia. It occupies a total area of 10,180,000 km2 and forms 6.8% of the landmass of the world. Slovenia is a coastal country that occupies a total area of approximately 20,273 km2. It is one of the smallest countries belonging to mainland Europe.

Interesting Facts for Kids 2: Population facts
The population of this European country is more than 2,079,976 people. The majority of Slovenia's inhabitants reside in Ljubljana which is the country's most populous city. Slovenia has an average population when compared to most other countries across the world, its overall population density is approximately 101 people per sq km. The estimated population of Europe is approximately 738,442,000 inhabitants, making it the continent with the second smallest population in the world. The continents in order of population, starting with highest population first, are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia (Oceania Region) and Antarctica. The total population of the entire world is in excess of 7.6 billion people.

Interesting Facts for Kids 3: Capital & major cities
The capital city of Slovenia is Ljubljana. Other major cities located in this country include Maribor, Celje, Kranj, Velenje and Koper.

Interesting Facts for Kids 4: Country borders
The following details provide a guide to Slovenia's approximate border lengths:
Coastline 47 km, Austria 299 km, Croatia 600 km, Hungary 94 km, Italy 218 km.

Interesting Facts for Kids 5: Climate and geography facts
Slovenia experiences a continental climate with warm summers and cold winters for the most part. Coastal regions receive warm sub-Mediterranean weather conditions. The geography of Slovenia is composed of mainly of mountainous regions, valleys and rivers. The lowest point of Slovenia is the Adriatic Sea at 0m, and the highest point of elevation is Triglav at 2,864m.

Interesting Facts for Kids 6: Natural Resources of Slovenia
Natural resources can be defined as materials and substances that occur naturally on Earth. Natural resources are very important across the world, and can be exploited for economic gain. An individual country's natural resources can depend on many factors including the climate, geography and location. Some countries, such as Russia, The United States, Saudi Arabia and Canada, are rich with natural resources, where as others have practically none. Food, construction and transport are three primary examples of uses of natural resources. The following information provides examples of these uses: fish occurs naturally in streams, rivers, lakes and oceans, and can be caught for food consumption. Wood/timber can be extracted from forests for construction purposes, i.e. to build homes and furniture. Crude oils can be refined into different kinds of fuels in order to power vehicles/cars. The natural resources found in Slovenia include lignite, zinc, lead, building stone, hydropower (water power) and forests.

Interesting Facts for Kids 7: Language facts
The official language of Slovenia is Slovenian, Italian and Hungarian. Italian and Hungarian are official languages in municipalities where Italian and Hungarian national communities live. Another language that is spoken in this country is Serbo-Croatian.

Interesting Facts for Kids 8: Religion facts
The main religion of Slovenia is Catholic at approximately 57% of the population. Around 2% are Muslim and 2% Orthodox. The remaining population either belongs to other religions or no religion at all.

Interesting Facts for Kids 9: Symbols of Slovenia
Each country across the world has its own unique culture, history and identity. Flags, emblems, symbols, colors, mottos, anthems and songs are used to symbolize the pride and individuality of a nation. These national symbols are created through the unique history of a nation and can portray both hardship and prosperity, embodying freedom, strength and unity. Flags, emblems, colors, songs and mottos reflect the past, present and future aspirations of a country, and create an important image to the rest of the world. National symbols can include a mixture of things that are symbolic to a nation such as wildlife, plants, geographical features, crops, tools of agriculture, and tools of war. Here are some important facts on the symbols, songs and colors of Slovenia:

  • National symbol(s): Mount Triglav

  • National colors: white, blue and red

  • National Anthem/Song: Zdravljica (Translation: A Toast)

  • National Holiday(s): Independence Day, 25 June (1991)

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