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Vitebsk. Cradle For The Artist.

Vitebsk is the cradle of Belarusian culture, one of the most attractive and historically rich cities of our country.

Mogilev (Mahilyow). In Pursuit Of The Stars And History.

Mogilev is a city in eastern Belarus, the third biggest city in a country. If you want to dive deep in belarusian culture, traditions and history, you've chosen the right destination!

Bobruisk (Babruisk): Unravel The Secret Of Wealth And Success.

Bobruisk is one of the most famous cities in Belarus. Firstly, because of the monument to the beaver, secondly, because of the tires production, and thirdly, there are the most delicious marshmallow.

Borisov (Barysaw). A Trip Around The City Of Sport And Napoleon

Borisov is one of the oldest cities in Belarus. It combines the depth of history and new trends in architecture.

Mozyr. The Land of Wooden Castles

Mozyr is a city in Gomel Region of Belarus on the Pripyat River. Mozyr is known as a center of oil refining, machine building, and food processing in Belarus. It is home to one of the largest oil refineries in Belarus, pumping out 18 million metric tons per year!

Molodechno. At The Crossroads Of Epochs

The history of Molodechno is an essential part of the Belarusian history. It is proud of the well-known people who contributed to the national and world history and culture. Molodechno was first mentioned in a document on obedience to Grand Duke of Lithuania Yagailo that was signed by Duke of Novgorod-Seversk Dmitry Olgerdovich in the Molodechno castle on December 16, 1388.

Nesvizh: The City Of A Romantic Castle

Nesvizh was first documented in 1223, later becoming a part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In the 15th century, while still a minor town, it passed to the Radziwill princely family, and remained the family's home until 1813. The first Belarusian language book printed in the Latin alphabet, a catechism by Symon Budny, was published in Nesvizh in 1562.

Mir. In the World of Heritage

Mir (meaning "world" and "peace"; but the name most likely originates from the name of the river the settlement is situated on) is a town in Hrodna Voblast on the banks of Miranka River. Mir village was founded sometime prior to 1345. It is home to a late medieval castle, which made the town the target of many attacks over the centuries.

Ashmyany. A Piece of Lithuania in Belarus

Ashmyany is a town in Grodno Region. The town and region surrounding modern Ashmyany was once within the ethnic Lithuanian territory.