City Nova Mesto – The Famous Metropolis of Dolenjska in Slovenia

Surrounded by the hilly landscape of Dolenjska, the city of Nova Mesto is one of the eleven town municipalities in Slovenia. Apart from being the cultural and economic centre of the region, the city is also known for its abundant natural beauty.

Accommodation Options
Budget hotels in the town centre on the main square are among the most preferred accommodation options in the city. From single bed to multiple bed rooms are available in the hotels, along with many other facilities. Restaurants and cafes are also included in the list of facilities at various hotels. People in the city interact in Slovenian language. You might need to work hard to find people speaking English.

History
Novo Mesto came into being in the year 1365, before which it was a small pre-historic town near the River Krka. The Austrian Archduke Rudolf IV granted the status of a city to Novo Mesto and hence, it is officially known by the name of Rudolsfwerd. The present day name of the city was given after the suspension of Austria-Hungary alliance after the World War I. During the World War II, the city rolled between Germany and Italy, but finally came under the control of Germany. From the very beginning, the city was accepted as a growing economical and tourism destination.
 
Popular Places
A number of archaeological sites in and around Novo Mesto serve as the popular tourist destinations. Heritage Trail project in the area consists of 28 natural and cultural sites in and around Novo Mesto to organize pleasant trips for the tourists coming to the area. The Old town centre of Novo Mesto, the Museum of Dolenjska and the Otočec castle are among the popular places of the city included in the project.

Getting Around
Bus services, car rentals and taxi services are available for people to get around the city. Walking is one of the preferred ways to explore the marvellous beauty of the city and its surrounding area. You can be your own guide to explore the city and its attractions.

Places of Entertainment
The natural beauty around Novo Mesto offers a relaxing experience to the visitors. The Krka Valley just above the city is one of the most beautiful places in Slovenia. Magnificent river banks and attractive rapids, along with a number of natural dams embellish the area and make it worthy of spending some great moments.

Castles and wind mills in the region further add value to the natural beauty of the place. Walking paths amidst the forests and fruit plucking in the wild are extremely enjoyable activities for the tourists. Fishing and hunting are other two possible activities in the region. 

Currency
Euro recently became the official currency of Novo Mesto, along with the whole of Slovenia after it replaced Tolar, the original official currency. Get to know about the exchange rates from the online news and updates. 

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