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Last stop! Postojna Cave is one of Slovenia’s most famous natural wonders, renowned for its vast underground network of passages, halls, and stalactite formations carved by the Pivka River over millions of years. It’s unique for being one of the longest accessible cave systems in Europe, with a train ride taking visitors deep into its mesmerizing chambers.

A highlight of Postojna is its resident olm or “white dragon.” This rare, blind amphibian, resembling a miniature dragon, is found only in the karst caves of the Dinaric Alps. Known for its ability to live up to 100 years and survive without food for a decade, the olm is a symbol of the cave’s mysterious and ancient ecosystem.

Predjama Castle, built into a towering cliff, is a remarkable Renaissance fortress in Slovenia, with roots dating back to the 13th century. Its most famous resident was the knight Erazem Lueger, who used the castle’s secret cave passages to resist sieges in the 15th century. The castle’s unique architecture and history make it a popular tourist attraction.

In 1986, Jackie Chan was seriously injured while filming Armour of God near Predjama Castle. While performing a stunt, Chan fell from a tree and suffered a skull fracture, narrowly surviving. This accident is one of the most infamous incidents in Chan’s career, adding an unexpected layer of modern lore to the castle’s storied past.

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• The website recommends starting at the castle and ending at the caves. This worked out perfectly and was a full day.