Cades Cove, a popular destination within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Explore the valley floor, a haven for wildlife such as black bears, deer, and elk. Discover preserved structures dating back to the 1700s, including original mountain homes, a grist mill, churches, and barns, all offering a glimpse into the area's rich past. Once a Cherokee hunting ground, Cades Cove later became home to early settlers, and their legacy is preserved throughout the area. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy it by the stream that still powers the mill today.

St Nicholas’ Church, the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Ljubljana, was completed in its current form in 1701 on the foundations of an older church. The church built by the Jesuit architect Andrea Pozzo is adorned with frescoes by Giulio Quaglio and is considered one of the jewels of Baroque art. Also famous is its entrance door made in the 20th century. The carvings on the main door depict the history, while the postern doors are decorated with portraits of Slovene bishops and Jesus.

The Nepalese civil war tore the country apart for ten years at the turn of the 21st century. The powerful photo exhibition at the Peace Gallery displays images of children affected by the violence and some of the brave people who endured. The photos are moving and extremely thought-provoking.