Zelše (pronounced [ˈzeːu̯ʃɛ]; in older sources also Želše,[2] German: Selsach[2]) is a village along the road linking Cerknica and Postojna, at the northwestern part of the karst Cerknica Polje in the Inner Carniola region of Slovenia.[3] Zelše Caves (Zelške jame)—the source of Rak Creek, a sinking stream—lies west of the village. Big Karlovica Cave (Slovene: Velika Karlovica), receiving the waters of Stržen Creek, lies southwest of the village. Industrial facilities are located east of the village.[3]

Zelše
Zelše Location in Slovenia
Coordinates: 45°47′37.92″N 14°19′39.48″E
Country	Slovenia
Traditional region	Inner Carniola
Statistical region	Littoral–Inner Carniola
Municipality	Cerknica
Area
• Total	4.19 km2 (1.62 sq mi)
Elevation	558.9 m (1,833.7 ft)
Population  (2020)
• Total	97
• Density	23/km2 (60/sq mi)
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Church

The local church, built on a small hill south of the village, is dedicated to Saint Wolfgang (Slovene: sveti Volbenk) and belongs to the Parish of Cerknica.[4] This Renaissance church was built around 1680 with a triple rounded apse, unique in the region. The Baroque-style belfry was added in 1732. The church has excellent acoustics and is sometimes used as a venue for various concerts.[5]

References

External links

• Media related to Zelše at Wikimedia Commons
• Zelše on Geopedia

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