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Novo Mesto (pronounced [ˈnɔːʋɔ ˈmeːstɔ] ⓘ; Slovene: Novo mesto; also known by alternative names) is a city on a bend of the Krka River in the City Municipality of Novo Mesto in southeastern Slovenia, close to the border with Croatia.
Novo mesto is the centre of Dolenjska, a region with an archaeological heritage of situlae, a river meander, and wine-growing hills. Explore its old town, Otočec Castle, the River Krka, and enjoy Cviček wine and local delicacies.
- Visit ‘Kapiteljska njiva’ The major archeological site Kapiteljska njiva lies on top of the Marof hill where they have found large prehistoric cemetery with very well preserved decorated situlae.
- Visit the Main Square or ‘Glavni Trg’ In the center of the city is the main square named The Main Square. The square is nice featuring the most important building Town Hall or ‘Rotovž’ built in 1905.
- Go to the Old Gothic Cathedral of St Nicholas. The stone church of St Nicolas is located on a hill above the Krka River. The original church had been built before the year of 1428 and in 1576 the building was reconstructed after it was damaged in a fire.
- Pass Kandija Bridge. Riverside Novo Mesto received its first bridge at the start of the 16th century. The bridge was wooden and spanned between today’s Pugljeva and Resslova streets.
Located 70 kilometres (44 miles) southeast of Slovenia’s capital Ljubljana, Novo Mesto is the capital of the Lower Carniola (Slovene: Dolenjska) region of Slovenia and the economic, educational, cultural business and sports centre of the south-eastern part of the country.
Life in Novo mesto flows on different levels; from the vast landscape of Gorjanci hills, where the hiking trails and unexpected springs of healing drinking water will amaze hikers, to the refreshing beauty of the river Krka.
Novo mesto is a historical and cultural center of southeastern Slovenia, with a rich archaeological heritage and a vibrant economy. Learn about its history, attractions, industries, education and leisure activities on the official website of the municipality.
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Novo Mesto is situated in the midst of the hilly landscape of Dolenjska, embraced by the Krka River. Abundance of nature, tradition and culture can be a real experience for every visitor of Novo Mesto.
