The river Soča, all 136km of it, is an almost untouched piece of nature waiting to be discovered, highly recommended if you are anywhere near north-western Slovenia (or north-eastern Italy/south-western Austria for that matter).

At its source in Trenta the pure clear alpine water springs from a dark karst crevice, then flows rapidly towards the Adriatic sea, along the way featuring such natural beauties as deep gorges and graceful waterfalls. 

The bright turquoise colour of Soča deserves a paragraph itself. Utterly awesome just about begins to describe the thoughts that come to mind when gazing upon its splendour. The best time of year to experience it's full impact is spring, when freshly melted alpine snow seeps into its tributaries. Apparently the green-blue colour is retained even as far as Friuli, northern Italy; a testament to its pure alpine origins.  

All manner of watersports and river-based activities begin to thrive on and around Soča come springtime: kayaking, rafting, hydrospeed and fly-fishing for the famous Soča trout.

The mystique of Soča is still held dear by the locals who live on its banks; representing an almost spiritual presence, undoubtedly a symbol of natural perfection.