Share the experience of kings fascinated by a view of the lake with an island and a church in its middle, overlooked by a castle situated on high cliffs above the lake – image of paradise were the words used by one of Europe's greatest poets, France Prešeren, to describe the temple of the ancient Slavic goddess Živa.

In addition you can enjoy the beneficent effect of the climate which back in the 19th century stimulated Swiss doctor Arnold Rikli to establish a cosmopolitan spa resort based on the healing properties of local water, air and sun.

Visit the sites, and relish unforgettable dinners for two at the castle courtyard. Bled offers fascinating beauty, and Queen Sophia of Spain, Japan's Princess Saiko, Sophia Loren and a host of others would undoubtedly agree.