Ljubljana, Oct 18 (IANS): Slovenia’s town of Bled has been officially named one of the world’s Best Tourism Villages by the United Nations’ (UN) Tourism.
The Slovenian town, known for its glacial lake, small island, and church, is part of the UN Tourism Best Tourism Villages initiative, which aims to preserve natural and cultural heritage while promoting sustainable tourism development.
Bled is the latest Slovenian destination to earn the title, following Solcava, Radovljica, and Bohinj in 2021 and 2022 respectively. The initiative supports villages that use tourism to generate economic opportunities and protect local traditions and values.
The Slovenian Tourist Board announced the announcement during a ceremony in Huzhou City, China.
