Country Slovenia Statistical region Southeast Slovenia Elevation 166 m Population 14 (2002) | Traditional region Lower Carniola Municipality Šmarješke Toplice Area 24 ha | |
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Draga ([ˈdɾaːɡa]) is a small settlement in the Municipality of Šmarješke Toplice in southeastern Slovenia. It lies on the left bank of the Krka River east of Bela Cerkev. The area is part of the historical region of Lower Carniola. The municipality is now included in the Southeast Slovenia Statistical Region.
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Map of 8220 Draga, Slovenia
Name
The name Draga is derived from the Slovene common noun draga 'small, narrow valley', which refers to the geographical location of the settlement.
Church
The local church is dedicated to Saint Helena and belongs to the Parish of Bela Cerkev. It was first mentioned in written documents dating to 1531. It was renovated in the Baroque style in the 18th century.
References
Draga, Šmarješke Toplice Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA