Red is the colour of power which challenges, excites, and invites. In Slovenia, the red circle with a white center that marks our mountain trails above all signifies safe hiking. Imposing but accessible mountain beauties invite you to experience the Julian Alps, the Karavanke Mountains, the Kamnisko-Savinjske Alps, the Pohorje mountain range, and many solitary peaks. According to an ancient Slavic legend, Mount Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak (2864 m), is a three-headed god who keeps a watchful eye over the earth, the sky, and the underworld. Below the mountain spreads Triglav National Park. Covering 84,805 hectares, it is among the largest natural parks in Europe. The sources of the Sava and Soca rivers are here as well as the Valley of Seven Lakes. Chamois, mountain sheep, wild roosters, grouse, eagles, and marmots live here among unique plant species. Individual examples of older mountain architecture have been preserved, as well as remnants of the heritage of the past such as alpine dairy farming. Lake Bohinj, Slovenia's largest lake, with its unspoiled mountain surroundings is also found in Triglav National Park. At the edge of the park stands world renowned Bled and its lake. In the middle of the lake is an island with a 17th century church. With its thermal springs and other natural attractions, recreational opportunities, congress center, casino, and golf course, Bled has been a true tourist paradise for more than a century. The best rowers in the world also test their strength in competitions here. In the Slovene mountain world there are numerous ski resorts, among which Kranjska Gora, the scene of World Cup alpine skiing, is especially popular. Planica is famous for its ski jumps on which competitors surpassed 100 and 200 meters for the first time in history. At Kanin, only an hour's drive from the coast, it is possible to ski almost into summer. Below Mount Kanin is the picturesque Soca River valley where the world's best kayakers and canoeists compete and fly fishermen pursue the elusive Soca trout. Below the peaks of the Kamnisko-Savinjske Alps lies Logarska dolina, one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Europe. Throughout the year, Slovenia's mountain world offers splendour for the spirit and activity for the body. Seven thousand kilometers of marked and protected trails, 165 mountain lodges, and recreation centers that offer peaks with favourable winds, steep cliffs, lakes that during winter become skating and curling rinks—all these attract hikers, climbers, and hang- gliding and paragliding enthusiasts. Our mountains are white and green and there is blue sky above them, but their soul is passionately red. Get to know them!