Brežice
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| Brežice | |
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| Coordinates: 45°54′N 15°35′E / 45.9°N 15.583°E | |
| Country |  Slovenia |
| Municipality | Brežice |
| Government | |
| - Mayor | Ivan Molan |
| Area | |
| - Total | 268.1 km2 (103.5 sq mi) |
| Population (2002) | |
| - Total | 24,483 |
| - males | 11,981 |
| - female | 12,502 |
| Average age | 69 years |
| Residential areas | 34.16 m2 (367.7 sq ft)/person |
| Households | 7,948 |
| Families | 6,676 |
| Website | Official site |
| Source: Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, census of 2002. | |
Brežice is city and municipality in eastern Slovenia in Posavje, near the Croatian border. The area was traditionally divided between Lower Styria (territory on the left bank of the river Sava) and Lower Carniola (territory on the right bank of the river Sava). The whole municipality is now included in the Spodnjeposavska statistical region.[1]
Brežice is one of the largest municipalities in Slovenia. It lies at the confluence of the rivers Sava and Krka and also stands at the junction of a number of international traffic routes. Brežice prides itself on a rich historical and cultural heritage. The Posavje Museum, housed in Brežice Castle, with its well organised and displayed archaeological and ethnological exhibits, its exhibits on the Croatian and Slovenian peasant revolt and its modern history collections, is one of the largest regional museums in the country. A more recent landmark addition to the town is its water tower, as well as the double arches of the 527-m long iron bridge, which span the Sava and Krka rivers.
Abundant local sources of thermal water have contrinuted to the development of the largest natural spa and the second largest tourist centre in Slovenia - Čateške Toplice (Terme Čatež Thermal Health Resort).[2] Brežice also offers a wealth of possibilities for the visitor - recreation and entertainment as well as sports - including hunting and fishing. The surrounding hills are ideal for fruit growing and viticulture. The vineyards of the the Bizeljsko and Pišece districts are renowned for their top quality wines.
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[edit] Main Sights
[edit] Brežice Castle
Brežice Castle is the dominant feature of the town situated above the left bank of the Sava. It is now a museum which houses several collections and exhibitions.
[edit] Water Tower
Brežice Water Tower is the most recognizable building in the town.
[edit] Education
[edit] Brežice Upper Secondary School
The Brežice Upper Secondary School (Slovene: Gimnazija Brežice). It opened in 1945, rebuild on the site of a Franciscan monastery. The school was renovated in 1966 when an extension was walso added. 690 students attend the school. Gimnazija Brežice
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