Medvode, a municipality in Slovenia, is situated along the Sava River, approximately 12 kilometers northwest of the capital, Ljubljana. The region experiences a temperate continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Medvode's history dates back to the Roman era, with archaeological evidence suggesting settlement in the 1st century AD. The town played a significant role in the Middle Ages as a trade and transportation hub, and its heritage is reflected in the well-preserved medieval buildings and landmarks that dot the landscape.
Famous Persons from Medvode, Medvode, Slovenia
- Hana Mazi Jamnik - Born on December 8, 2002 - Cross-country skier (died: August 11, 2022)
- Gregor Terdič - Born on June 7, 1977 - Canoeist (died: August 11, 2022)
- Izidor Šušteršič - Born on February 18, 1977 - Snowboarder (died: August 11, 2022)
- Janez Škof - Born on December 3, 1960 - Accordionist, Singer-songwriter, and Actor - Sever award | Order of Freedom of the Republic of Slovenia | Prešeren Fund Awards | Borštnik Ring Award (died: August 11, 2022)
- Sten Vilar - Born on May 25, 1957 - Stage actor, and Pedagogue (died: August 11, 2022)
- Jože Oseli - Born on March 4, 1949 - Chef (died: August 11, 2022)
- Peter Škrjanec - Born on June 29, 1942 - Musician, Pianist, and Conductor (died: August 11, 2022)
- Polde Oblak - Born on November 11, 1924 - Poet (died: November 13, 1993)
- Vasja Ocvirk - Born on April 30, 1920 - Opinion journalist, Partisan, Playwright, and Writer (died: October 11, 1985)
- Branislava Sušnik - Born on March 28, 1920 - Anthropologist (died: April 28, 1996)