Novo Mesto, in the southeast of Slovenia, is located at a bend of the Krka River. It was founded in 1365 by the Austrian Archduke Rudolf IV in the hills of Dolenjska. The main attraction of Novo Mesto is the Krka Valley with its natural beauty. Dotting the banks of the river are numerous picturesque mills and castles.

Visitors will find vantage points, trails, sporting and other facilities, fruit for picking, and fishing all along the river. In town, the attractions of special note include the Novo Mesto Chapter Church of St. Nicholas, St. Leonard’s Church & Franciscan Monastery, the Regional Museum of Dolenjska, and the Jakcev dom Gallery.

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