Here are another 10 European city breaks. This is the third article in my series of European city breaks, the places you can fly or drive to in a...
Everything from Belarus
Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordered by Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia. It has a population of about 9.2 million, with Minsk as the capital and largest city. Historically, Belarus was part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and later the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth before being absorbed into the Russian Empire. It became one of the Soviet republics and declared independence in 1991 following the collapse of the USSR.
Today, Belarus maintains close ties with Russia and has a largely state-controlled economy. The country is characterized by extensive forests, lakes, and flat plains. It is known for its Orthodox Christian traditions, folk culture, and historic towns such as Brest and Grodno. Despite political challenges, Belarus preserves a unique identity at the crossroads of Eastern and Western Europe, blending Slavic traditions with remnants of its diverse historical influences.
Belarus is a country in the region Sandalsand has defined as North and Central Europe. There are introductions to this region and other regions in the Destinations menu.
Pictures from Belarus
This collection of pictures from Belarus is from the capital of Minsk and a couple of World Heritage Sites in the south of the country. ...
Alternative highlights and more from Minsk
This article presents alternative highlights from Minsk, above and below ground. It also deals with accommodation, restaurants, and practical...
A do-it-yourself walk in central Minsk
I will start with a brief introduction to Belarus, and spend most of the article promoting a do-it-yourself walk in central Minsk. ...
World Heritage #1196 – The Nesvizh Palace
The Nesvizh Palace is the most beautiful palace in Belarus. It seems clear that its diverse architecture and attractive gardens make it one of the...
World Heritage #0625 – Mir Castle Complex
A walk around the walls of the Mir Castle Complex in Belarus, reveals its turbulent history throughout the centuries. The inside offers a restored...