Welcome to Belarus

            Belarus of today is a combination of technological progress and ancient traditions, religious and secular customs, urbanization and virgin nature. Everyone can find something to his or her liking in Belarus. Whether you love avant-garde or classical art, cinema, theatre, sport, clubs, or no-fuss recreation – Belarus has it all. That makes this hospitable country attractive for tourists whose number is growing on a yearly basis.

            Travelers are lured by the rich historical and cultural heritage – a host of architectural and cultural monuments, four of which have been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. 

            There are nearly 140 museums in Belarus, displaying ancient weapons, clay shards, quaint manuscripts, jewelry, peaces of art and crafts.

            Moderate continental climate, crystal-clear air, and virgin landscapes attract lovers of peaceful and solitary alfresco recreation; they can visit national parks and numerous nature reserves.

            More and more tourists lean toward recreation tourism. There are nearly one hundred sanatoria in Belarus, which offer a wide range of medical services at a great value for money price.

            Agroacotourism is becoming increasingly popular. Comfortable cottages with saunas, pergolas located along the banks of picturesque rivers and lakes with dedicated fishing and swimming places attract hosts of tourists every year. They are open all the year round. You can bring your kids with you; you can even celebrate New Year and Christmas there. There are agrousadbas in Belarus, county houses preserving the local flavor and the traditional Belarusian style but stuffed with the latest technological devices and facilities.     

            There are 186 rural mansions specifically dedicated for tourist purposes in Belarus. They lie in the most charming places of the country. In some of them you will be offered a house with a fireplace, sauna and pool; in others, a small room in the house and a basin with well water for washing your face and hands.

            One third of the territory of Belarus is covered with forests; a tortuous maze of rivers and lakes entwines the country (there are over 10 000 lakes and 20 800 rivers in Belarus).

            There are around 700 travel routs in Belarus, including over 50 in Minsk.   

            You can find more information about the possibilities of traveling to Belarus at: www.belarus.by/en