The city of Idrija is in the northwest corner of Slovenia. It is a small town with a population of 7000 but it is rich in culture and heritage. Of particular interest in this area are the historical ties to Mercury mining.

As one of the two largest sites of Mercury Mining in the world, Idrija affected European history when Mercury extracted from it was used in the amalgamation process of South American silver and gold. These riches enabled the development of European economy, science and art. Visitors can enjoy museums and on-site visits to this UNESCO World Heritage site.

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