Country Information for Belarus

Journey to the Heart of Belarus

Traveling to Belarus leaves an indelible impression. Travelers penetrating this region are particularly enchanted by one city: Minsk. – Charming promenades with their theaters, museums, and coffee houses will charm you at once. In heavenly parks, wooded with century-old trees, you can spend hours in tranquility. In the evening, the bustling nightlife of the capital awaits you. A bright mix of traditional restaurants, modern clubs, bars, salons, and casinos will make your evening sweet until the early morning hours.

Traces of the Past

In Belarus, you can particularly learn about Russian history. You can trace it back to its roots, the Kievan Rus. Countless castles, fortresses, baroque monasteries, wooden churches, and monuments remind of the region's vivid culture. Mir Castle was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It, along with Brest, the trading town of Vitebsk with its Jewish quarters, and the picturesque old part of the city of Grodno, is one of the best tourist destinations.

The Land of a Thousand Eyes

Visitors to Belarus particularly value the tranquil natural areas. Many travelers are especially attracted to the smoky peat and marsh landscapes. Thanks to its countless lakes and ponds, Belarus is nicknamed The Land of a Thousand Eyes. If you also want to immerse yourself in the green landscapes of Belarus, it is recommended to visit the Belovezhskaya Pushcha National Park. Here you will surely meet rare species of animals not found anywhere else.