Idrija

virtual excursion 360° (2012)

museum Antonijev rov

archeology: Martjaževe kamre (Neanderthal paleolitic station)

The three centuries old lace-making tradition has made Idrija famous. Idrija boasts with lace making school which has been active for more than 120 years!
In 1490 a rich deposit of mercury ore was discovered Idrija. After 500 years the world's second largest mercury mine has closed but visitors to Idrija can see a collection of restored mining facilities and historical sights that testify to its extraordinary past.
The castle of Idrija kept its historic name Gewerkenegg (the mining castle).