Velika Dobrava

Velika Dobrava is a village east of Višnja Gora in the Municipality of Ivančna Gorica in central Slovenia. The area is part of the historical region of Lower Carniola. The municipality is now included in the Central [Slovenia Statistical Region].

Name

The name Velika Dobrava literally means 'big Dobrava', contrasting with neighboring Mala Dobrava, literally 'little Dobrava'. The place name Dobrava is relatively frequent in Slovenia. It is derived from the Slovene common noun dobrava 'gently rolling partially wooded land'. The name therefore refers to the local geography.

Church

The local church is dedicated to Saint James and belongs to the Parish of Višnja Gora. It was first mentioned in written documents dating to 1507.