Nikšić
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| [[Image:|200px|Location of Nikšić]] | |||||
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| Mayor | Nebojša Radojičić | ||||
| Area - city - municipality | {{{city}}} km² {{{municipalaty}}} km² | ||||
| Population - city - municipality | 61,700 in 2003 {{{municipility}}} | ||||
| Time zone | CET (UTC +1) | ||||
| Founded | IV Century AD as Onogost | ||||
| Latitude Longitude | 42.78° N 18.94° E | ||||
| Area code | +381 83 | ||||
| Car plates | NK | ||||
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Nikšić (sr:Никшић) is a city located in Serbia and Montenegro at 42.78° N 18.94° E. In 2003 the city has total population of approximately 61,700, the absolute majority declaring Montenegrin as their nationality.
Nikšić is the second largest city of Montenegro and is also the home town of current Prime Minister, Milo Đukanović.
In the west of Montenegro, at the field of Nikšić, is located the city of Nikšić. Built in the 4th century, its original name was Onogost. Remains of this old city are today a cultural and historic monument. In the vicinity of Niksic, from the direction of Podgorica, high in the cliffs, is the greatest spiritual center of Montenegro, the Monastery of Ostrog. Founded in the 12th century by Metropolitan Vasilije, who was later proclaimed Saint and miracle worker. Today, his relics are here and Ostrog is the most visited Orthodox shrine in the Balkans. In the city itself, is the monumental Saborna Church, dedicated to Saint Vasilije and surrounded by a beautiful park. Nikšić is flanked by three lakes: Krupać, Slabo and Liverovići. During the summer months, these lakes are the main places for day trippers and holiday makers. Nikšić is also well known for its production of the famous Nikšićko beer.
