Nebotičnik, Ljubljana (must see)

Nebotičnik is a prominent high-rise located in the centre of Ljubljana and is one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. Its thirteen storeys rise to a height of 70.35 m (231 ft). It was designed for the Pension Institute. Construction began in July 1930 and the building opened on 21 February 1933. It was, upon completion, the tallest building in the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, and the ninth-tallest high-rise in Europe. It was and would remain for some time the tallest residential building in Europe. Predominantly a place of business, Nebotičnik is home to a variety of shops on the ground floor and first story, and various offices are located on floors two to five. The sixth to ninth floors are private residences. Located on the top three floors are a café, bar and observation deck.

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This sight is featured in a self-guided walking tour in Ljubljana, Slovenia, in the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" which can be downloaded on iTunes App Store or Google Play. Please download the app to your mobile phone or tablet for travel directions for visiting this sight. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline so no data plan is needed.

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Sight Name: Nebotičnik
Sight Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) containing this sight: City Orientation Walk Landmarks Walking Tour

Walking Tours in Ljubljana, Slovenia

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Cultural Walk

Ljubljana is the cultural center of Slovenia, therefore you will most certainly find here a cultural venue to your liking. Discover Ljubljana's cultural scene by visiting the museums and galleries listed on this tour.

Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 km

Shopping Experience in Ljubljana

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Tour Duration: 1 hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 km

Landmarks Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 km

City Orientation Walk

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Tour Duration: 3 hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 km

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Tour Duration: 3 hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.2 km

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Tour Duration: 1 hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 km

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