National Museum of Slovenia

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The National Museum of Slovenia, located in Ljubljana, is the country's oldest and most prominent museum, founded in 1821. It houses an extensive collection of artifacts that span Slovenia's rich cultural and natural heritage. The museum's exhibits include archaeological finds, numismatic collections, and ethnographic items, offering a comprehensive look at the region's history from prehistoric times to the modern era. Notable highlights include the Vače Situla, a decorated bronze vessel from the Iron Age, and the world's oldest musical instrument, a Neanderthal flute made from a bear's femur.

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