Fun facts about Kranj
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Kranj has a well-preserved medieval old town built at the confluence of the Kokra and Sava rivers.
Kranj
Slovenia
Kranj is the fourth-largest city in Slovenia and the largest urban center of the traditional region of Upper Carniola and the Slovene Alps. It is located approximately 20 kilometres northwest of the national capital Ljubljana, acting as the seat of the City Municipality of Kranj.
From the “Geography” section
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The name Kranj is derived from the Slavic *Korn'ь, borrowed from the Romance Carnium.
Kranj
Slovenia
Kranj is the fourth-largest city in Slovenia and the largest urban center of the traditional region of Upper Carniola and the Slovene Alps. It is located approximately 20 kilometres northwest of the national capital Ljubljana, acting as the seat of the City Municipality of Kranj.
From the “Etymology” section
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Kranj was officially referred to as a town in 1256.
Kranj
Slovenia
Kranj is the fourth-largest city in Slovenia and the largest urban center of the traditional region of Upper Carniola and the Slovene Alps. It is located approximately 20 kilometres northwest of the national capital Ljubljana, acting as the seat of the City Municipality of Kranj.
From the “History” section
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Kranj is mainly an industrial city with significant electronics and rubber industries.
Kranj
Slovenia
Kranj is the fourth-largest city in Slovenia and the largest urban center of the traditional region of Upper Carniola and the Slovene Alps. It is located approximately 20 kilometres northwest of the national capital Ljubljana, acting as the seat of the City Municipality of Kranj.
From the “Economy” section
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The St. Cantianus and Companions Parish Church is the largest church in Kranj and was built in the 14th century.
Kranj
Slovenia
Kranj is the fourth-largest city in Slovenia and the largest urban center of the traditional region of Upper Carniola and the Slovene Alps. It is located approximately 20 kilometres northwest of the national capital Ljubljana, acting as the seat of the City Municipality of Kranj.
From the “Landmarks” section
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