City Municipality of Novo Mesto facts for kids
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City Municipality of Novo Mesto
Mestna občina Novo mesto
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Location of the Municipality of Novo Mesto in Slovenia
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| Country |  Slovenia |
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| Area | ||
| • Municipality | 298.5 km2 (115.3 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 36,296 | |
| • Density | 121.595/km2 (314.93/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 23,341 | |
| Time zone | UTC+01 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02 (CEST) | |
| Source: Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, census of 2002. | ||
The City Municipality of Novo Mesto (which is Mestna občina Novo mesto in Slovenian) is a special area in southeastern Slovenia. It's like a local government district that includes the main city of Novo Mesto and many smaller towns and villages around it. This municipality is located quite close to the border with Croatia, which is a neighboring country!
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is a bit like a local government area. It's a region that has its own local leaders and rules. These leaders help manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people living there. The City Municipality of Novo Mesto is one of many such areas in Slovenia.
Where is Novo Mesto Located?
The City Municipality of Novo Mesto is found in the southeastern part of Slovenia. It's in a region known as Lower Carniola. The main city, Novo Mesto, sits on the Krka River, which is a beautiful river flowing through the area.
Size and Population
The municipality covers an area of about 298.5 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 40,000 football fields! In 2011, about 36,296 people lived in the whole municipality. A big part of these people, around 23,341, lived right in the city of Novo Mesto itself.
Who Leads the Municipality?
Every municipality has a leader who helps make decisions for the community. This leader is called the mayor.
The Mayor of Novo Mesto
The mayor of the City Municipality of Novo Mesto is Gregor Macedoni. The mayor's job is to work with a council to make sure the municipality runs smoothly. They help decide how to use money for local projects and how to improve life for everyone living there.
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Villages in the municipality
