- Population:
- 2,119,000
- Religion:
- Christianity
Slovenia was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and later Yugoslavia before gaining independence in 1991. It was the first former Yugoslav republic to join the European Union and has since built a stable economy based on industry and tourism.
Slovenia, officially the Republic of Slovenia, is a country located in Central Europe, bordering Italy to the west, Austria to the north, Hungary to the northeast, Croatia to the southeast, and the Adriatic Sea to the southwest. Covering an area of approximately 20,271 square kilometers, it has a population of about 2.1 million people as of 2023. The capital and largest city is Ljubljana. The official language is Slovene. Slovenia operates as a parliamentary republic. The economy is developed and high-income, with key sectors including manufacturing, services, and tourism. Slovenia is known for its diverse landscapes, from Alpine mountains to Mediterranean coasts, and its rich cultural heritage. The country is a member of international organizations such as the United Nations, the European Union, the Eurozone, and the Schengen Area.
