Novopolotsk has a new twin city in Serbia

In order to exchange experience, strengthen friendship and mutual understanding between peoples, an agreement on cooperation has been signed with the city of Kruševac – a major industrial center with a rich history and many cultural attractions.

During the visit, members of the Serbian delegation visited enterprises and organizations of Novopolotsk, and became convinced that both partners have something to offer each other. At an official meeting in the city executive committee, the mayors of the cities, Dmitry Demidov and Dragi Nesterović, expressed confidence that mutually beneficial contacts will develop in all areas.

The establishment of fruitful relations is beneficial for both people of art and business representatives. Joint trade exhibitions and fairs, scientific seminars and conferences, youth and sports events are planned. Projects in the field of local self-government will be implemented. Exchanges of groups of schoolchildren and students are planned. The opening of new tourist destinations is of interest.

In the 14th century, Kruševac was the capital of Serbia; it amazes with picturesque landscapes and magnificent medieval monuments from the time of the city's founder, Tsar Lazar. The National Museum contains 22,000 interesting exhibits. Nearby are the healing thermal springs of the resort "Ribarska Banja" – one of the most modern SPA centers in Serbia. The city is also famous for its Theater Days and the annual international humor festival "Golden Helmet", and cultural celebrations.

In total, Novopolotsk has 20 twin cities from 8 countries, including two in Serbia. Earlier, partnership relations were established with the Pantelej municipality of the city of Niš.

Larisa Malashenya, "Vitebskiye vesti". Photo by the author.