Botanical garden Pivola is located in Hoce near the city of Maribor. It is the part of University of Maribor, Faculty of Agriculture and life sciences, which became its user in the year 1994. From the year 2000 to 2001 was made a great amount of work at the garden, which was at beginning just the agriculture property. Botanical garden shows the native and foreign flora, especially some floral rarities of the Pohorje Mt and of the other parts of Northeastern Slovenia. The gardeni is at the same time a scientific and research institution, open for the public. Botanical garden Pivola has mixed woods, rose garden, collections of ornamental shrubs and trees, rock garden, irises, hemerocalis and water habitats, foliage plants, brook and soak system, Celtic mounds, three compost heaps, systematic area, horticultural and fruit plantation, experimental area, seed bank, origin of the drinkable water, forestry, geological, archaeological displays and many other things. There are also resting places with benches and tables or you can freshen up in a small tavern. The sources of the fresh water are disposed equable by the garden. The Botanical garden Pivola was officially opened on 24th May, 2002, on the European Day of Parks. Since then it welcomes visitors every year between April and November.
Holiday House Podhamer with Wellness

Prešernova ulica 28
9240 Ljutomer
Slovenia
tel: +386 41 343 656
email: seba.rudolf@gmail.com
www: www.podhamer.si
Holiday house Podhamer in Prlekija is located on the hill near the town called Ljutomer. The highest point of the hill is a perfect starting point for numerous activities.
Tranquillity of the location of the Holiday House Podhamer together with neatly designed interior as well as exterior invites you to visit a wonderful region called Prlekija with rich cultural heritage, history, wine growing hills,delicious food and exquisite wine.
Friendly locals welcome you proudly and openly discuss life of the region in the past. Many important people come from this region where there was the First gathering of Slovenes 150 years ago. Many of these interesting facts can be seen in nearby museums where you can get to know the region better.
Trips, cycling, wine tastings and the taste of local produce, horseback riding, massage, observing nature at dawn or dusk, enjoying the herbs from the garden near the house are just a drop of what we can offer you when you visit our Holiday House. Podhamer is an excellent place for all of these and many more. It fulfills the needs of visitors wanting an authentic touch with unspoilt nature by themselves, in a pair or as a family. It is also suitable for various happenings like friends or business meetings as it is remote and offers discretion, peace and a lot of activities for pleasant and unforgettable gatherings.
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