Belarus Places: 60 Best Places to Visit in Belarus. The Republic of Belarus officially known as Belorussia is one of the landlocked countries of Eastern Europe. Belorussia is bordered on the east by Russia, on the northeast by Ukraine, on the south by Poland, on the west by Lithuania, and the northwest by Latvia. It has a hinterland climate and is divided into six administrative divisions. Minsk is an autonomous city with a special status.
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1. Dudutki
Dudutki Museum is situated 40 km northeast of Minsk, in the district of Pukhovichi, in a beautiful area near the Ptich River, about 1.5 km from the settlement of Dudichi. Dudutki was first mentioned in the chronicles of the 11th century.
According to The Tale of Igor’s Campaign and some research, the legendary Polotsk Prince Vseslav the Magician traveled to Polotsk by the road that used to pass through the area in the past. – Belarus Places
2. Mir Castle
Mir Castle Complex is a historical fortified castle complex and a World Heritage Site of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. The complex is situated in the historical town of Mir in the Karelitchy District of the Russian Federation.
The complex is situated 29 km northwest of another World Heritage Site of Belarussian origin. The altitude of the complex is 164 meters. – Belarus Places
3. Minsk
Minsk is the capital and largest city of Belarus. It is situated on the banks of the Svislach River and the now underground Niamiha River. As the capital of Belarus, Minsk has special administrative status. It is the administrative center of the Minsk region and Minsk district. – Belarus Places
4. Victory Park
Victory Park is Minsk’s biggest park. Today, the park is almost indistinguishable from the lake that encases it. The park’s opening was scheduled for June 22, but on June the same day, Nazi Germany invaded the USSR. The dam was rebuilt after the war and the beautiful park was built on top of it. They didn’t need much time to decide on the park’s name: “Long-awaited victory”. – Belarus Places
5. Park Horkaha
Gorky Park is a public park located in Minsk, Belorussia. It is situated close to the Victory Square and Yanka Kupala Park. The park was founded in 1800 as the Governor’s Garden. In the Soviet era, the name of the park was changed to “сервых рассерестверационах імерімачествах мартуры” named after the renowned Russian/Soviet author Maksim Gorky. – Belarus Places
6. Čaliuskincaŭ Park of Culture and Recreation
Chelyuskinets Park is one of the urban forest parks in Minsk, Belorussia. The park covers an area of 78 hectares and includes an amusement park. The park also has a Children’s Railroad and a cinema, Raduga. – Belarus Places
7. Belarusian Central Botanic Gardens
Minsk Central Botanical Garden is not only a peaceful and pleasant place for leisure but also a high-quality scientific facility that plays an important role in the management of resources and environmental protection. The history of the Botanical Gardens in Minsk
The Botanical Gardens of Minsk were established on April 17, 1932. The project started with acquiring 106 hectares, which was initially covered by a short pine forest and intended for further development. The area near the present Cheluskintsef Park was selected as the site for a garden. – Belarus Places
8. Island of Tears
The island of Tears is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. It features a curving stone bridge that leads to the island, where a monument stands. The monument commemorates the soldiers who lost their lives in Afghanistan. A significant feature of the monument is the image of a crying guardian angel. – Belarus Places
9. Victory Square
Victory Square is a square in the historical center of Minsk. It is situated at the intersection of Independence Avenue and Zakharau Avenue. The square is home to the Museum of the First Congress of the RSDLP, National State Television and Radio’s main offices, and the city House of Marriages. – Belarus Places
10. Holy Spirit Cathedral Minsk
The Holy Spirit Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of the Holy Ghost, is a cathedral located in Minsk, Minsk Oblast, Belarus. It is dedicated to the Holy Spirit and is the Mother Church of the Belorussian Orthodox Church. – Belarus Places
11. Mini Museum
At the Mini Country Museum, you can experience the wonders of the country through the use of technology and interactive mini-museums. You will be able to see over 30 sights from the exhibition, including existing and already vanished architectural objects, models, and virtual reality glasses.
The museum is more than just a museum, however; it also includes a souvenir shop with the largest collection of souvenirs from Belarus from over a hundred craftsmen, two photo zones free high-speed wi-fi, and a relaxation area with a coffee. – Belarus Places
12. National Library of the Republic of Belarus
Located in Minsk, the National Library of Belarus is the largest public library of the Republic of Belarus. It houses the most extensive collection of Belarusian literature and the third-largest collection of Russian-language books, after the State Library and the National Library of Russia. – Belarus Places
13. Church of Saints Simon and Helena
The Church of St. Simon and St. Helena is a Roman Catholic Church located in Independence Square, Minsk. The neo-Romanesque structure was designed by the Polish architects of the same name. The church was built in 1905 by the architects of the Polish architectural firm of Tyszian and Marconi. Construction of the church began in 1905 and finished in 1910. – Belarus Places
14. Belarusian National Arts Museum
The National Museum of National Art of Belarus is the largest museum of art in the Republic of Belarus. It is located in Minsk, the capital. The museum houses more than thirty thousand works of art, which form twenty different collections. There are two main collections: one of national art, and one of art monuments from different countries around the world. – Belarus Places
15. National Academic Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre
Located in a park in Minsk’s Trinity Hill district, it is known locally as the “Opierny teatr” or the “opera and ballet theatre”. Opierny opened its doors on May 15, 1933, but it did not have a performance venue at the time. Today, Opierny is one of the most important theatres in the Republic of Belarus. – Belarus Places
16. Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War
The Belarus National Museum of the Great War is a museum located in Minsk Belarus. The idea of a museum dedicated to the Great War began even before the end of the occupation of Belarus by the Nazis. – Belarus Places
17. Brest
Brest is a city located in southwest Belarus, on the border with Poland. It is home to the 19th-century Hero Fortress, which is renowned for its role in the Soviet resistance during World War II. The complex houses a museum, the bullet-ravaged Kholmsh Gate, and the massive Thirst Monument.
Nearby is the open-air Railway Museum, where historical locomotives are on display. The Beysa Slavic village is preserved in the Beysa Archaeological Museum. – Belarus Places
18. Tour Tanguy
Tour Tanguyis a medieval tower located on a rocky outcropping next to the river Penfeld in the town of Brest, France. It is also known as the Bastille de Quillibignon or simply the Tanguy. – Belarus Places
19. Brest Museum of Fine Arts
The musée des beaux-arts de brest is the principal art museum in Brest .It houses a collection of French and Italian art, as well as modern art. The museum building, completed in 1968, is one of the most functional examples of post-war Brest architecture.
It and the city as a whole were destroyed by Allied bombing during World War II, and both the museum and its collections had to be rebuilt in the post-war period. According to one author, the museum houses what is believed to be the largest collection of old masters to have been created in France since the end of World War II. – Belarus Places
20. Brest Castle
château de Brest is a chateau located in the town of Bres. It is the oldest chateau in the town and is situated on the banks of the Penfeld River, at the center of one of the world’s largest roadsteads. – Belarus Places
21. Cours Dajot
The Cours major is both green, a small slice of America, and the most spectacular view of the port from the height of two centuries. It is also the most visited in the city. The starting point is the castle, on the left there is a small square where bowlers play their favorite game. – Belarus Places
22. Vallon du Stang-Alar
With plants from all over the world, it’s not unusual to find endangered species alongside well-known ornamental plants on a small 30-hectare area known as the “Vallon du stang Alar.”It’s not only a tranquil spot where you can admire spring flowers and autumn foliage, but also a great place to spot the many wild animals that inhabit this valley and its stunning landscapes.
The Jardin d’Or botanique n’est la place de recherche du Brest is home to some of the world’s most endangered plants. – Belarus Places
23. National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum is housed in the spectacular castle of Brest and reflects the great naval adventure of the Arsenal of Brest, as well as the French Navy. In the recently renovated rooms, you will find masterpieces of Naval Decoration, Lapérouse Expedition, life convicts, or emblematic of modern Navy ships.
The tour combines interior and exterior, allowing you to explore the rich collections, view the harbor and city, and explore the castle foundations of the Gallo-Roman forts of Vauban, through the curtains of the castle, the bastion, and the walkway. The tour takes you on a journey of 17 centuries of history. – Belarus Places
24. Pont de Recouvrance
The Pont de recouvrance is a bridge over the river Penfeld in Brest, Seine-Maritime, France. It was opened on 17 July 1954 and was Europe’s biggest vertical-lift bridge until the opening in 2008 of the Pont Gustave -Flaubert in Rouen. – Belarus Places
25. Garden National Botanical Conservatory of Brest
Discover the world of plants with your family in the 30-hectare Garden of Brest. Walk through the bamboo grove stand tall in the eucalyptic forest and wake up your senses! From sea cabbages and giant sequoias to tree ferns, take a journey of discovery around the globe.
Don’t miss out on the tropical greenhouses filled with some of the most rare and endangered plants in the world. This remarkable garden and botanical garden of France is approved by the National Conservatory and is visited by nearly 400,000 people annually. – Belarus Places
26. Oceanopolis
At Océanopolis, Brittany’s top tourist attraction, you’ll embark on a one-of-a-kind world tour into the heart of the world’s oceans to gain a better understanding of the planet’s diverse marine ecosystems and to better protect them.
In three different pavilions, immersed in polar waters, tropical waters, and temperate waters, you will see nearly 10,000 species of marine life. From seals and penguins to otters, sharks, and mandarin fish, as well as Aurelie jellyfish and polar anemones, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re feeling adventurous, check out the Minilab where you’ll see animations, seal feeding, or on-site visits. If you’re hungry, you can eat on-site before picking up a souvenir in one of the shops. – Belarus Places
27. Grodno
Grodno is a town in western Belarus. It is located on the banks of the Neman River, close to the Polish border and the border of the Republic of Lithuania. The Old Castle is a Renaissance-style palace built on the ruins of a fort from the 11th century. Nearby is the New Castle, which was built in the 18th century as a royal abbey.
The 12th-century church of “Kalozha” in the oblast of Grodno is decorated with polished stones, majolica-tiled roofs, and ornately carved altarpieces. The church of “St. Francis Xavier” in Grodno is one of the most beautiful churches in the oblast. – Belarus Places
28. St Boris and Gleb Church of Kalozha
The oldest church in Grodno is the Kalozha church of St. Gleb. The church of St. Boris and St. Gleb is the only remaining monument of the old Black Ruthenian style, which distinguishes it from other Orthodox churches. – Belarus Places
29. Holy Intercession Cathedral
The glistening pink and white icing on the exterior of this beautiful church makes me think of gingerbread houses. It is quite beautiful. As you walk in, you notice the black and gold of the small wood altars in the arches leading to the main altar.
You also notice the intricate pattern on the black and white tile floor that matches the cream-colored walls. The grand iconostasis is at the front of the church. It is multi-tiered and has a white dove with a golden sunburst on it. This church is worth a visit! – Belarus Places
30. Old Bridge
The Mostar Bridge, also known as the Stara Mosta or Stara Mosta, is a reconstructed 16th-century Ottoman bridge in the town of Mostar, Bosnia-Herzegovina, connecting the two sides of the city. It is named after the monster who guarded the bridge during the Ottoman era.
The bridge collapsed on 9 November 1993 due to shelling by HVO as it was a military target due to the use of the bridge as a supply line by the opposing Army of Republika Srpska during the Croatian-Bosnia War. The reconstruction of the bridge began on 23 July 2004 and the appeal court ruled that the destruction of the bridge was legal. – Belarus Places
31. Ažeška House-museum
From the end of the 19th century to the beginning of the 20th century, Grondo was the birthplace of many classic buildings. One of the most important buildings is the home of the famous Polish writer and literary figure Eliza Orzeszkowa. Today, it is a well-known literary museum, which houses Eliza’s photographs, works, and personal belongings. – Belarus Places
32. Grodno Zoo
Grodno Zoological Park is a zoo in the city of Grodno, Belarus. The zoo was established in 1927. It was the first zoo to be established in what would become Belarus. The idea for the zoo was started by high school teacher John Kochanowski in 1926. Together with his students, he built the botanical garden at the city park. The first animals were introduced to the zoo in 1927. – Belarus Places
33. Evangelical Lutheran Church
Lutheranism is one of the main schools of Protestantism. It is primarily associated with Martin Luther, a 16th-century German priest and reformer whose mission to reform the doctrine and practice of the Catholic Church initiated the Protestant Reformation.
The dividing line between Lutherans and Roman Catholics was laid down in the 1521 Edict of Worms, in which the Diet of Worms denounced Luther and prohibited citizens in the Holy Roman Empire from defending or promoting his ideas. Proponents of Luther were ordered to confiscate all property, with half of the confiscated property forfeited to the Reich and the remaining half forfeited to the accused. – Belarus Places
34. Hrodna State Museum of Religion History
The museum was established on July 7th, 1977. It was opened on January 15th, 1985. The name of the museum was changed on August 12th, 2005. It is the only museum of its kind in the whole Republic of Belarus, and its purpose is to familiarize the inhabitants of Belarus with their history and culture, to develop respect for religious opinions, and to promote tolerance towards representatives of different nationalities and creeds.
The building in which the museum was located was converted into a restored nunnery in 1992, and a new building was allocated to the museum. This building is known as the “monument of civil architecture” – the palace of 18th – 19th century. In 2009 – 2012, after reconstructing the building, the museum held a new exhibition “The Epoch”. – Belarus Places
35. Swiss Valley
The summary of the Swiss Valley resort is as follows: With 7 lifts, Swiss Valley offers a variety of terrain to suit all levels of skiers and snowboarders, including those with an interest in terrain parks. View location, trail map, and piste map covering the 69m vertical range and the surrounding area. There are 11 trails at Swiss Valley. – Belarus Places
36. Savieckaja Square
Savieckaya Square is the main square in Grodno in Belarus. In 1919, the Muraojou House on the square briefly served as the capital of the Belarus Democratic Republic after the BDR government had fled Minsk to avoid the advancing Russian Red Army. – Belarus Places
37. Park Zhilibera
One of the most beautiful parks in Grodno is Zilibera Park. This park is a popular spot for families who want to spend quality time with their kids. There are many restaurants and cafes in the park that provide visitors with a variety of options. – Belarus Places
38. Viciebsk
Vitebsk is a city located in northeast Belarus. Vitebsk is the birthplace of the painter Marc Chagall. Chagall’s earliest works are on display in his childhood home, the Chagall House, which is now the museum of his life and works. On the other side of the Daugava River, the Chagall Art Center houses his illustrations and woodcut paintings.
In the town hall, there is a branch of the Regional Museum of Vitebsk, which houses weapons and artifacts. In the town square, there is the reconstructed Annunciation Church, which dates back to the 11th century. – Belarus Places
39. Blagoveshchenskaya Tserkov’
According to various historians, the date and origin of the church are uncertain. It is said that when the town was founded, Duchess Olga was the one who built the church. However, archaeological and architectural studies have revealed that it was built by the architects of Balkan origin in the years 1140-1150s.
According to another story, it was built by the Dukes of Lithuania at the time of the foundation of the church. Dukes Olgerd was the ruler of one of the biggest Grand Duchies of Europe. However, most historians believe that during his reign, not only was the church built, but it was also partially restored, suggesting that the church already existed. – Belarus Places
40. Marc Chagall Art Center
The first museum that should be on everyone’s list should be the top-of-the-line Chagall Art Centre, founded in 1992. It houses about 300 of the artist’s graphic works, most of which were donated to the center by Chagall’s grandsons and a German benefactor, the late Mr. Mandel. Fewer than a quarter of the works are on view at any time. – Belarus Places
41. plošča Pieramohi
Vitebsk’s Victory Square is the biggest in the country. It’s located on the banks of the river Dvina. Parades and performances are held in the square during all major public holidays. In winter, the country’s main Christmas tree is placed in the square. – Belarus Places
42. Marc Chagall Museum
Vitebsk Marc Chagall is the name of a museum in Belorussia that was founded in 1991. The museum is named after the painter. The museum covers an area of 294 m² and consists of 5 exhibitions and 4 exhibition halls. The museum was established by a decision of the City Executive Committee of Belorussia on 23 October 1991. – Belarus Places
43. Viciebsk Regional History Museum
The Museum of Regional History located in the historic city hall, with its 18th-century neo-gothic architecture, traces its history back to 1868, when the city’s first museum was opened. In 1918, the city’s governmental museum was created, combining the collections of the church Archeology Museum, the Vitebsk Archival Commission’s Museum, the History Museum of Vitebsk statistics committee, and the personal collections of A.Brodovskiy and V.Fedorovich. In 1924, the museum moved to its present location. The museum was established in 1868, thanks to the donations of A. – Belarus Places
44. Baranavichy
Baranavitchy is a town located in the western part of the Brest Region of Belarus. It is the administrative capital of the Baranavitchy District, although it is separate from the District. In 2023, the population of the city was 172,150 people. The town is well-known for its importance as a railway junction. It is also the home of the state university in Baranavitch. – Belarus Places
45. Ozero Zhlobinskoye
The Dacha Consumer Cooperative “Ozero” is a dacha cooperative in no region of Russia that is connected to the inner circle of Vladimir Putin. The cooperative was founded in 1996 by Putin, Yakunin, Fursenko, Kovalchuk, Myachin, Shamalov, and Shamalov.
The cooperative’s dachas are located in the Solovyovka district of the Priozersky district of the Leningrad oblast. The dachas are situated on the eastern side[b] and the eastern shore of the Karelian isthmus, close to Saint Petersburg, Russia. – Belarus Places
46. Cathedral of the Intercession
Baranovichi is a city in Belarus, located in the Brest region. It is the administrative center of the Baranovichi District. The city’s main attraction is the neo-Gothic Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary, constructed between 1924 and 1931.
It is the oldest Orthodox Church in the city and was built on the ruins of a wooden church that had burned down in 1921. The first stone was laid in the foundations of the new church in 1924, domes were installed on the church in 1928, and the cathedral was inaugurated in 1931. – Belarus Places
47. Malady Park
If you’re looking for a place to spend a few minutes, Baranovichy is the place to go. It’s a shame that it’s located in such a small park, but it’s better to be quiet when it comes to attractions. Nothing’s changed or changed much in the last 30 years, so if you want to pass the time, this is the perfect spot. – Belarus Places
48. Gomel
Gomel is a city located in southeast Belarus. Gomel Oblast is located on the Sozh river, on the banks of the Sozh river. The 18th to 19th century Gomel Palace is a museum that displays paintings, decorative art, and weapons. The palace is located in the garden of the Park Ensemble.
In the vicinity of Gomel, there is a classical-style Gomel Cathedral. Just north of Gomel is the historical Museum of Military Glory. Vintage aircraft, weapons, and uniforms can be seen in the museum. – Belarus Places
49. Palace of the Rumiancaŭ and the Paskievič
The residence of Rymyslova and Pavlova is the most important historical site in Gomel. The residence is located 800 meters on the right bank of the Sozh River. The portrait of Pavlova is depicted on the Belarus 20 ruble bill. – Belarus Places
50. Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul
The Gomel Cathedral, also known as the Peter and Paul Cathedral, is the Gomel Diocesan Cathedral of the Belorussian Orthodox Church. It is located in Gomel Park, as part of Gomel Palace & Park Ensemble. – Belarus Places
51. Museum of the History of the City of Homieĺ
The museum of the history of the city of Homiecka is a local attraction. It is located at Puškin St. саnцa in Gomel, Belarus. The museum belongs to the category of history museum. The average visitor rating of this country is 4.6. – Belarus Places
52. St. Nicholas Monastery
The Saint Nicholas Monastery is situated in the manastır Valley in the south of mustafapaşa and can be easily reached from the road leading to Dere Sokak, the center of the town. It is the most important religious structure in the monastery valley and is dedicated to Saint Nicholas, who was highly esteemed by the villagers and held in high regard by them.
Although there are other holy men of the same name, Saint Nicholas is the most well-known in the Orthodox faith and his cult began to spread in the 9th century. His commemoration day is on December 6th and he was the Bishop of Myra. St. Nicholas is one of the most respected holy men not only among the Rum people in Sinasos but also throughout the Christian world. Over time, he became a well-known figure and became known as “Santa Klaus” in the Western world. – Belarus Places
53. Polatsk
Polotsk also known as Polatsk, is a city and the administrative center of the Polotsk District, located on the banks of the Dvina river in the Vitebsk region of Belarus. In 2023, the population of the city was 79,960 inhabitants. The city is served by two airports: Polotsk Airport. – Belarus Places
54. Saint Sophia Cathedral
The Polotsk Cathedral of Holy Wisdom is one of the oldest churches in Belarus. It was built between the year 1044 and the year 1066 by Prince Vsevolod Briacheslavich. It is situated at the intersection of the Polota and Western Dvina rivers on the east side of the city. – Belarus Places
55. Borisov’s stone
Boris Stones also known as Dvina stones are a group of seven medieval monuments erected on the western bank of the Dvina near Polotsk and Drissa Belarus. The stones are believed to date back to the time when Christianity was first introduced to the Dvina region. The stones were inscribed with a text and a picture of Christ in the twelfth century. – Belarus Places
56. Niasviž
Nysvizh is a city in the Minsk Region of Belarus. It is the administrative center of Nysvizh District and is home to the World Heritage Site Nesvizch Castle. In 2009, the city had a population of 14,300 inhabitants. In 2023, the city’s population was 15,907 inhabitants. – Belarus Places
57. Catholic Corpus Christi
The church of Corpus Christi in Nysvizh dates back to the time of the early Jesuits and is among the oldest surviving Baroque buildings outside of Italy, which had a significant impact on the architecture of the Polish, Belarusian, and Lithuanian periods. – Belarus Places
58. Nesvizh National Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve
The most important feature of the Palace Ensemble is the stone castle, which is located in the center of the National Museum and Reserve “Neszvizh”.The history of the castle dates back to 1582 when it was founded by the first Ordinarian of the town of Nysvizh – Mikołaj Krasiwiłl. During the Soviet era, the sanatorium was situated in the Palace and Garden Ensemble.
The Palace ensemble was moved to the National Museum and Reservation “Nesevizh” in 2001. Since 2005, the castle has been listed on the World Heritage List, and in 2012 it was reopened to the public. Today, the Palace Ensemble of Niasevizh is among the most popular museums in Belarus. – Belarus Places
59. Nesvizh Radziwiłł Castle
The castle, which was built in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and which was still in the possession of the Radziej family in 1939, contributed to the development of the architecture of Central Europe and Russia. In 2005 the castle, the church, and the area around it were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The castle is located in the town of Nyazvizh, which is located at an altitude of 183 meters above sea level. The name of the castle is derived from the words “Nysvizh” and “zamak. The castle was named after the Radziej Radziej family, who built it in the sixteenth century. – Belarus Places
60. Babruysk
Bobruysk is a city located in the Babruyskiye district of Mogilev region, Belarus. However, it is not part of the same district, as it is an autonomous city. The city is located on the river Berezina. In 2023, the population of the city was 208, 611 people. – Belarus Places
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