Gomel Region

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Gomel. The second-largest city in Belarus, the administrative, economic, educational and cultural center of Gomel region, it may become another entertaining point of your itinerary. The Rumyantsev-Paskevich Residence is the main place of historical importance in the city. This 17^th century noble estate decorated by the park and located on the picturesque bank of the Sozh River, will take time to explore its elements, each a feast for the tourist’s eye.

Turov. The ancient capital of the Dregovichs tribe, one of the three Eastern Slavic tribes that are considered ancestors of modern Belarusian nation, and also the capital of the medieval Principality of Turov and Pinsk, now this 3-thousand Belarusian town still comprises touristic must-see. This settlement gives an opportunity to touch the centuries-long history of the Slavs and find out why Cyril of Turov is an iconic figure for the Belarusian culture.

Mozyr. This city, situated on the high bank of the Pripyat River, dating from at least the 12th century, continues the Slavic history itinerary. Initially a small settlement, the city went on growing and became a major administrative and trade centre in the 18^th century. Visit Zamkovaya Hill, Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and 17^th century St. Michael Orthodox Church to find out more about one of the oldest cities of historical Ruthenia.

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Braslav. The ‘Blue Necklace’ of Belarus

The town was first mentioned in 1065 as a castle in the border of the Polatsk Principality with the Lithuanian tribes. In the 14th century, Braslaw was incorporated into the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and, in fact, became an important fortification near the disturbing line with the Livonian Order in the 14 – 15th centuries.

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.

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!