Dacha

Dacha is a restored villa in Zgornje Gameljne featuring stained glass windows, wooden ceilings, and decorated walls throughout its rooms. The interior displays furnishings and details from the late 1800s and early 1900s that show how people lived during that time.

The villa was first built between 1880 and 1882, then transformed into its Russian style in 1907 by Franc Petric. The house survived into modern times despite difficult events in the 20th century.

The house shows how Russian domestic life took root in Slovenian surroundings through its design choices and layout. Visitors walking through the rooms can see how this blend of influences shaped the way the building was meant to be lived in.

The house welcomes visitors through guided tours that show how the different rooms were arranged and decorated. It helps to go slowly through the space to notice the details in each area, from the windows to the wall treatments.

The ground floor features a four-color terrazzo pattern that shows the careful craftsmanship of the early 1900s. This floor detail reveals how much attention was paid to both beauty and durability in even the smallest parts of the home.