Скачать или смотреть Novo mesto & SE Slovenia countryside, a surprise between Ljubljana and Zagreb

Tina and Primoz take us to Novo mesto and its countryside in the Dolenjska region (Lower Carniola) in Slovenia. It is halfway from Ljubljana to Zagreb.

Novo mesto was formed around one of Krka river’s most distinctive hairpin bends.

Amber road, which linked the shores of the Baltic to the Mediterranean in Ancient times, ran across SE Slovenia, which resulted in extremely rich archaeological finds in this area.

Despite several thousand years of settlement of the urban area, the city was officially founded in 1365 by Rudolf IV, Duke of Austria.

The region, rich in iron ore, contributed to the European heritage. 16 bronze situlas were found here. Therefore, we call Novo mesto the city of situlas.

In the countryside of Novo mesto, a typical wine from this region is called “cviček”, drank by Franc Joseph due to its many benefits in lowering high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

Tina talks about a house called “zidanica”, which works as a weekend house for families that own small vineyards.

Novo mesto and Dolenjska region offer many options to those seeking a mix of urban heritage and green countryside activities or relaxation.

QUESTION OF THE DAY:
Why are metal sticks attached to the facades of the old buildings?
Primož Tovornik, a historian, gives us the answer.

TRAVEL EXPERIENCE TIP:
Relaxed ride on Krka river with Rudolf’s raft.

A special thank you to a local lady, Tanja Vesel, and her family that hosted us during our visit.


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Hello everyone, my name is Tina Hrast and I am a Local Guide in my hometown of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. I am also a Travel Director / Tour Manager in Europe.

Together with my husband, Primoz Tovornik, who is also a Local guide and a Travel Director, I run a family Travel business, GO TO SLOVENIA TRAVEL, providing Tours in Slovenia & Croatia and beyond. www.gotosloveniatravel.com

Primoz is a passionate historian who runs a project of Slovenian Genealogy, helping many Slovenian Americans find their roots. https://www.gotosloveniatravel.com/ge...
Combined, we have more than 30 years of experience.
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