# Vrhnika

> city in Slovenia

**Wikidata**: [Q438](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q438)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vrhnika)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/vrhnika

## Summary
Vrhnika is a city in Slovenia and the administrative center of the Municipality of Vrhnika. Located at 45.9622° N, 14.2936° E, it spans 18.9 square kilometers and had an estimated population of 8,969 in 2023. The city is recognized as a cultural heritage site in Slovenia.

## Key Facts
- **Area**: 18.9 square kilometers.
- **Population (2023 est.)**: 8,969; historical census data includes 7,748 (2008) and 3,347 (1953).
- **Coordinates**: 45.9622° N, 14.2936° E.
- **Elevation**: 297 meters above sea level.
- **Time zones**: UTC+1 (standard time), UTC+2 (daylight saving time).
- **Website**: [www.vrhnika.si](http://www.vrhnika.si/).
- **Postal code**: 1360.
- **UN/LOCODE**: SIVRH.
- **Heritage designation**: Registered immobile cultural heritage of Slovenia.
- **Administrative history**: Part of the Duchy of Carniola (1364–1918) and later the Municipality of Vrhnika (since 1918).
- **Identifiers**: GND 4267910-2, VIAF 143207134, GeoNames 3187213/3187214.

## FAQs
- **Where is Vrhnika located?**  
  Vrhnika is situated in western Slovenia, at coordinates 45.9622° N, 14.2936° E, approximately 297 meters above sea level.

- **What is Vrhnika’s population trend?**  
  The population grew from 2,882 in 1948 to a peak of 8,969 in 2023, with fluctuations in recent decades (e.g., 8,827 in 2019, 8,889 in 2021).

- **What historical regions has Vrhnika been part of?**  
  It was part of the Duchy of Carniola from 1364 to 1918 and has been within the Municipality of Vrhnika since 1918.

- **Is Vrhnika culturally significant?**  
  Yes, it is designated as a cultural heritage site in Slovenia and has a dedicated category for associated people (Category:People from Vrhnika).

- **What are Vrhnika’s key identifiers?**  
  Key identifiers include GND 4267910-2, VIAF 143207134, GeoNames 3187213/3187214, and the UN/LOCODE SIVRH.

## Why It Matters
Vrhnika holds historical and cultural significance as a municipality capital and a registered cultural heritage site. Its administrative role dates to the Duchy of Carniola (1364–1918), reflecting its enduring importance in regional governance. The city’s population growth and industrial sector activity underscore its economic relevance in Slovenia. Its geographic position and heritage status make it a notable location for both historical research and cultural preservation.

## Notable For
- Registered immobile cultural heritage of Slovenia.
- Historical administrative center of the Duchy of Carniola (1364–1918).
- Steady population growth from 2,882 (1948) to 8,969 (2023).
- Industrial sector activity (per SNARC ID).
- Dedicated categories for associated people and views (Category:People from Vrhnika, Category:Views of Vrhnika).

## Body

### Geography & Location
Vrhnika is located at 45.9622° N, 14.2936° E in western Slovenia, covering 18.9 square kilometers. It sits at 297 meters above sea level and uses postal code 1360. The city operates on UTC+1 (standard time) and UTC+2 (daylight saving time).

### Demographics
- **2023 estimate**: 8,969 residents.  
- **2020 census**: 8,888 total, with 4,533 males and 4,355 females.  
- Historical data shows growth from 2,882 (1948) to 8,969 (2023), with fluctuations in the 2000s–2010s (e.g., 8,696 in 2017, 8,827 in 2019).  

### Administration
Vrhnika serves as the capital of the Municipality of Vrhnika, a role it has held since 1918. Historically, it was part of the Duchy of Carniola from 1364 to 1918.

### Cultural Heritage
The city is designated as a **registered immobile cultural heritage of Slovenia** (Slovene Cultural Heritage Register ID: 843). It has a dedicated gallery (Commons:Vrhnika) and categories for associated people (Category:People from Vrhnika) and views (Category:Views of Vrhnika).

### Economy & Infrastructure
Vrhnika’s SNARC ID notes its industrial sector activity. The city maintains a website ([www.vrhnika.si](http://www.vrhnika.si/)) and is identifiable via UN/LOCODE SIVRH.

### External Links & Identifiers
- **Website**: [www.vrhnika.si](http://www.vrhnika.si/)  
- **Flag**: [Flag of Vrhnika](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Flag_of_Vrhnika.gif)  
- **Identifiers**:  
  - GND: 4267910-2  
  - VIAF: 143207134  
  - GeoNames: 3187213, 3187214  
  - OpenWeatherMap City ID: 3187213  
  - MusicBrainz Area ID: 951a1739-ed81-4e60-8941-2674f7e12498  

### Historical Context
Vrhnika’s history is documented in sources like the *Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon*. Its administrative evolution—from the Duchy of Carniola to the modern Municipality of Vrhnika—reflects broader regional political changes.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. Czech National Authority Database
4. MusicBrainz
5. [Prebivalstvo - izbrani kazalniki, naselja, Slovenija, letno. Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia](https://pxweb.stat.si/SiStatData/pxweb/sl/Data/-/05C5004S.px/)
6. [Source](http://pop-stat.mashke.org/slovenia-cities.htm)
7. GeoNames
8. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/si.htm)
9. BabelNet
10. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File