There are just a few cities in the world where the work of just one architect changed the fabric of the city. Barcelona had the famous Antoni Gaudi who left a lasting impression on the Catalan city with his buildings and arrangements, while the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana, had Jože Plečnik who altered and marked the city in the second quarter of the 20th century.
Ljubljana will dedicate 2017 to this extraordinary master of architecture – the year in which the city will commemorate two anniversaries of his life; 145 years since his birth (23 January 1872) and the 60th anniversary of his death (7 January 1957) A stroll through the centre of Ljubljana is actually a visit to the largest exhibition of Plečnik's architecture in situ. The path takes visitors from the famous Central Market, across the unique Triple Bridge to Kongresni trg with its Zvezda Park, and then on to Vegova Street with its avenue of Slovenian composers and the National and University Library which captivates with its monumentality. The Križanke complex charms visitors with its detail and then it is a quick walk to the Trnovo district where Plečnik arranged his own home.
The exhibition simple titled, JOŽE, is assured to attract many visitors to Plečnik House during summer. In a collaboration between the gallery and project space, DobraVaga and Plečnik House, young artists will be able to present their current artistic production which will focus on their perception of the Slovenian architect.The tours, either on foot or by bicycle, will be organised by Visit Ljubljana throughout 2017.
Plečnik Year will serve Plečnik's Ljubljana with a cup full of adventures. Do not miss them!
Source: sloveniatimes.com/in-2017-ljubljana-will-be-in-the-sign-of-the-architect-joze-plecnik
Picture: justin-klein.com/ljubljana