Ptuj

The oldest Slovenian town and city has the reputation of being a city-museum. It dates from the Stone Age, but the city was the most prosperous city of the Roman period. Its castle, dating from the ninth century, has collections of musical instruments, tapestries, weapons, and other historical treasures. One of the most beautiful monuments of the city center is that of Orpheus, a Roman lapidary stone of the second century, as well as the Dominican Monastery and the Meronite Monastery. Also, don't miss the Church of St. George and the Plaza Sowenian. The town is also known for its surrounding vineyards,