Interesting in Belarus in the summer. Sophia's Cathedral in Polotsk. Authentic village Kudrichi in woodland
Since I am now on a short visit to Belarus, I decided to throw my top list of architectural sights of this country, and I was only in a few of these places, the rest I have long in mind. The distribution of seats is random.
1. Brest Fortress- one of the symbols not only of Brest, but of the whole of Belarus, largely due to the tragic and at the same time heroic times of the Second World War. The proposal to build defensive fortifications at the confluence of the Bug and Mukhavets rivers appeared at the end of the 18th century. move Patriotic War The year 1812 confirmed its expediency and in 1833 the project of the fortress developed by military engineers Opperman, Maletsky and Feldman was approved. The fortress was solemnly founded on June 1, 1836, and six years later it became operational.
2. Mir Castle- an outstanding work of Belarusian architecture of the 16th century. The era of feudalism found a visible reflection in its architecture: behind powerful walls and towers that could protect the owner from the enemy, there was a rich palace - the residence of the magnate. Made of stone and brick, surrounded by earthen ramparts with bastions and moats, the castle, with its monumentality and impregnability, personified the strength and unlimited power of the feudal lord.
3. Palace and park ensemble Radziwills in Nesvizh- on the site of a wooden fortification of the middle of the XVI century. a stone castle was laid. Its construction at the first stage was led by the Italian architect Jan Maria Bernardoni, the author of a number of buildings in the city.
4.Kamenets tower- a mute witness to many pages of history and bloody battles of past centuries. In the XIV century. it was repeatedly besieged by the crusader knights, stormed by the troops of the Polish prince of Mazovia, the Lithuanian princes Vitovt and Jagiello. In the 17th century in Kamenets near the walls of the fortress there were fierce battles between the armies of the Commonwealth and the Muscovite state.
5. Gediminas Castle in Lida- the fortress was built in 1323-1325. Prince Gediminas and for several centuries remained a powerful citadel in the western lands of Belarus. Numerous sieges that the fortress withstood led to damage to the walls, the destruction of the towers and the complete destruction of its buildings inside.
6. Palace complex Sapieha in Ruzhany- an architectural monument of the 17th century, the ruins of the former residence of the magnate family Sapieha in the village of Ruzhany. During the First World War (1914), due to an oversight of factory laundresses, a severe fire broke out in the palace, part of the walls collapsed. During the interwar period, attempts were made to restore, but due to the destruction of the Great Patriotic War, the palace finally turned into ruins. In the summer of 2008, excavations and restoration began on the territory of the palace complex.
7. I decided to unite Polotsk with its two ancient cathedrals - Spaso-Preobrazhensky and Sofia. The Cathedral of the Spaso-Evfrosinevsky Monastery, built between 1128 and 1156 by the architect John, is a six-pillar one-domed building. It reflected the features of the general direction of ancient Russian architecture of the XII century. - small size, simplicity of plan, monumentality appearance, achieved with meager means, and fresco painting of the interior.
Built on the foundation of the 11th-century Sophia Cathedral (laid between 1044 and 1066), the foundation stones are available for inspection in the lower (basement) part of the cathedral. From the cathedral of the XI century, an apse consisting of three parts, about 9 m high (on the right side of the cathedral, if you stand facing the entrance to the temple), the remains of walls, a crypt, have been preserved. This apse is the oldest stone structure on the territory of Belarus.
8. Boris and Gleb Church in Grodno- a remarkable example of ancient Russian architecture of the second half of the XII century. The composition of the building, its design and decoration are related to the Lower Church in Grodno (mid-12th century). Both monuments confirm the existence of an independent architectural and art school in the Grodno region, where local building materials, ceramics and elements of folk applied art were widely used.
9. Palace of the Puslovskys in Kossovo- was founded in 1838 on western outskirts settlements as a suburban manor ensemble with a large park. The architects F. Yaschold and V. Marconi took part in the construction of the palace and the layout of the park. The palace, having a well-developed composition, characteristic of classicism, endowed with fortress towers and turrets in the spirit of Gothic antiquity, represents a romantic trend in the architecture of the middle of the 19th century.
10. Jesuit monastery in Grodno- a church and a monastery - an outstanding architectural monument of Belarus of the 17th-18th centuries. In the past, the church and monastery were the richest in the Commonwealth. They occupied a whole block in the central part of the city. The development complex included a collegium, a pharmacy, a library and a number of utility rooms.
I will add to these beauties my impressions of the Belarusian cities that I visited.
Belarus is a small state in the center geographical Europe. Despite the size, the country is rich interesting places. To at least casually see the main sights of Belarus, it will take more than one week.
All the most interesting places in the country can be divided into groups:
- historical: castles, estates, palaces, museums;
- memorial places dedicated to the Great Patriotic War;
- natural reserves, national parks;
- modern facilities.
Historical places
There were once 116 castles in Belarus, but 21 have survived to this day. Some of them are only ruins. Around them there are many legends, legends, secrets. Several castles have been restored, they receive visitors as museum complexes. For example, the Nesvizh castle in the Minsk region, Mirsky, Lida, Lyubchansky in the Grodno region, Kossovsky, Ruzhansky in the Brest region.
Having decided to travel around Belarus, you must definitely see at least one of them in order to touch the history, plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages with its way of life, balls, feasts, hunting, wars.
For example, the world-famous Nesvizh castle of the Radziwill princes, which was included in the list in 2005, is worthy of attention. world heritage UNESCO. It is distinguished by wealth and luxury, among the exhibits the hunting hall with many stuffed animals, theatrical machines in working order, and rooms with weapons are especially valued.
Located nearby, on the territory of the Grodno region, Mir Castle is more modest. Its feature is tall towers, which served as defensive points, with narrow passages, steep stairs. On them, tourists can climb to the very top and see the surroundings within a radius of several kilometers. And in the basement is a prison, which is also open to visitors. Thick chains, fetters, shackles make you feel the heavy atmosphere of imprisonment.
Palaces have also been preserved in Belarus, the main function of which, unlike castles, is not defensive, but ceremonial. This beautiful buildings, without towers and ditches. During a trip to Belarus, you can see the palaces:
- Rumyantsev and Paskevich (Gomel);
- the Valovichi Palace in Svyatsk (Grodno region);
- Potemkin in Krichev;
- "Zhilovichsky Versailles" (Mogilev region);
- Khreptovichi Palace (Vitebsk region, Beshenkovichi village), where Napoleon, Alexander I stayed;
- Sapieha in Ruzhany:
- Tyzengauz in Postavy;
- Tyshkevich in Volozhin;
- Butrimovich in Pinsk.
When traveling by car, you can plan your travel route in such a way as to visit several castles and palaces. It should be borne in mind that this cannot be done in one day. Each object is a story, many halls, exhibits. In any town near the museums you can find a hotel, apartment or holiday home.
Belarus is known also thanks to famous people- Natives of the country. Abbess Euphrosyne of Polotsk, who was canonized for her educational and spiritual work, rewrote texts and built churches and monasteries in the 12th century. The first printer of the 16th century, Francysk Skaryna, translated from Latin, published books in Belarusian language. You can learn about their life and work in the museums of Polotsk, located in the west Vitebsk region.
This city is known for many churches, monasteries, St. Sophia Cathedral. Here you can hear real organ music. In Polotsk there is a house of Peter I, in which the commander lived during Northern war. And the famous artist Marc Chagall is from Vitebsk. The museum named after him is located in this city in the house where he lived.
There are churches, temples and cathedrals in every regional and district center, in many villages. Old ones are being restored, new ones are being built. Arriving in any city in Belarus, you can visit local temples. Each has its own history.
Museums and war memorials
During the Great Patriotic War, the Belarusian territory suffered more than all other regions Soviet Union. Every fourth inhabitant died. Museums have been created in memory of this war in almost every city of Belarus.
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The Belarusian land is called Blue-eye for the many lakes and rivers located on its territory. Most of the water bodies are in the Vitebsk region. This is where it is located national park"Braslav Lakes", which unites the territory of more than 60 thousand hectares. These places are different amazing nature, diverse flora and fauna. Some species of Belarus are rare, endangered.
You can spend several days in the park to see everything. There are many hotels on the territory ready to receive visitors. The organizers offer a number tourist routes different themes.
In the south of Belarus there is another park - "Pripyatsky", where you should go to get acquainted with the history, culture, nature of the region, take part in fishing and hunting. The organizers offer hiking along ecological paths and trips on a motor ship, a boat. Museum of Nature, Safari Park, Tsar Pine and Tsar Oak - all these places can be seen during a trip to Pripyat Polissya.
around the biggest Belarusian lake there is another national park - Narochansky. It unites more than 87 hectares of area, on which there are many reservoirs. Ecologically clean land is rich in flora and fauna. Taking a trip by car or using the services of the park administration, you can see the largest Catholic church in Belarus and several smaller ones, Orthodox Church, fragments of an old manor.
IN Brest region famous Belovezhskaya Pushcha- the largest forest central Europe. These places are known for age-old oaks (more than 5 centuries old), spruces, ash trees, mighty bison and many other animals and birds. Located in the forest fabulous place- the house of Santa Claus. Children will be very pleased to travel here in winter, but fairy tale hero hosts guests throughout the year. A New Year's train runs here, holiday and national souvenirs are sold. Conditions for recreation and entertainment have been created.
In the Vitebsk region, on the border with Minsk, there is the Berezinsky Reserve. In it, at a distance of several meters, you can see five large animals: a bison, a bear, an elk, a lynx, a wolf. On the territory at any time of the year, even in winter, you can make an exciting hiking along the equipped routes, climb the tower, visit the museum of animals, the zoo. In warm weather, you can ride bicycles and kayaks.
Modern objects
For connoisseurs modern culture there are places in Belarus that you must see. In Minsk, these are the National Library, sports complexes "Chizhovka-Arena", "Minsk-Arena", which host international competitions. In each regional city, modern ice palaces theaters, recreation parks and museums.
For lovers active rest in winter you can plan trips to ski center Silichi, the training center for Olympians Raubichi, which is called Belarusian Switzerland. The latter has repeatedly hosted international competitions in biathlon, cross-country skiing, and freestyle skiing.
There is something to see in Belarus. Having come here once, you will want to come back again.
Belarus is a country located in the eastern part of Europe. The famous Belovezhskaya Pushcha is located here, the glorious Pesnyary is from here, and only here you can buy products made in accordance with GOST of the USSR. This state is famous for its beautiful nature, magnificent castles and unsurpassed architectural objects. It is best to view by car, because only in this way you can enjoy their splendor to the fullest. All excursions in the state start from its capital - Minsk. The hero city, like a Phoenix, was reborn after the almost complete devastation that overtook it during the Second World War. Today there is something to pay attention to and where to go.
Dabro inquire or Welcome
Inspection of Minsk begins with its airport or railway station. It all depends on how you got here. If you are going to go around the sights of Belarus by car, then start from here anyway.
National airport "Minsk 2" is located 42 kilometers from the city. On its territory there is a museum under open sky, which presents aircraft from the times of the Soviet Union. Models of such aircraft as Tu-134A, Yak-40 and An-2 are exhibited here.
The main cultural and architectural object of Minsk is considered Train Station and "Minsk Gate", located on the Railway Station Square. The railway station building is incredibly functional and beautiful. Here you can exchange money, buy medicines and souvenirs, and have a snack.
The Minsk Gates are two towers, each eleven meters high. They are built in the manner of Stalinist classicism. The towers are included in the list of the most recognizable city sights and are considered calling card The object was built during 1947-1953. The left tower is decorated with a clock, the diameter of which reaches four meters, and the right tower is decorated with the coat of arms of the Byelorussian SSR.
Conquer Belarus
Let's go further to see the sights of Belarus by car. The memorial complex "Khatyn", located in the village of the same name, causes both sadness and delight. The village itself was burned to the ground along with all its inhabitants in March 1943. Only three people from the village could survive - an elderly man and two boys.
The authorities of the Soviet Union considered it their duty to perpetuate the memory of the victims of that terrible event and similar horrors of the war period. So in 1969 they opened memorial Complex"Khatyn". It includes a sculpture of a rescued old man from the village, who carries a dying child in his arms. Sculpting conveys tremendous emotional power. The prototype of the artifact was Joseph Kaminsky, a blacksmith who found his dying offspring under a pile of corpses. Every half a minute in "Khatyn" the ringing of bells is heard, enhancing the effect of what he saw.
castle country
The sights of Belarus, the photos of which are shown in our review, are a huge number of palaces. Each of them is awarded a separate praise and description. For example, it is a monument of defensive architecture of the 16th-17th centuries. It is located in the village of Golshany and was built by order of Pavel Stefan Sapieha in 1610. Once it was majestic building rectangular shape, area 89 meters * 69 meters. And today it has turned into ruins, which are overgrown with shrubs. Dungeons, where in the old days the history of the country was created, are covered with earth and are not of particular interest. The east wing and a couple of towers are in slightly better condition.
The sights of Belarus, especially castles, are of great interest to tourists. Another fortress the state can be proud of. This is Borisov Castle. It was built for quite a long time: from the end of the XII century until the beginning of the XIV century. The object played a significant strategic role, because under its control there was a shipping route that passed from Baltic Sea to Black. Little has survived to the present, but Belarus can truly admire such a “hero”.
Lida
This is the name of a city in Belarus. It is located 160 kilometers from the capital. Here you can also see some of the sights of Belarus. It is best to travel by car. Locality located on the Lydia River and was founded in 1323. At one time he was the most major center in the country. True, it was a long time ago, but still ... In the XIV century, the great Lithuanian prince Gediminas laid a castle near Lydia. A settlement began to form around it, which soon became a large and powerful city. The owners of Lida changed several times, which left an imprint on its culture, architecture and history.
What to see here
Lida (Belarus), whose sights are the monument to Adam Mickiewicz, the Mound of Immortality and other objects, is ancient city, and therefore there is a lot of interesting things here. For example, the Lida Castle of Gediminas, which is built of gravel and sand on a piece of the island. Or Kostel Immaculate Conception created at the turn of the past and present centuries. You can also visit the monument here. sundial and other amazing items.
And finally
After admiring the beauties of the country and already leaving it, pay a little more attention to the museum of ancient folk crafts "Dudutki", the path to which will be indicated by a map of Belarus with sights. It used to be a farm type. And now it has turned into a huge tourist complex, on the territory of which there is a forge, a bakery, a menagerie and a mill.
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1. Belovezhskaya Pushcha
2. Dudutki
Dudutki is a museum complex of ancient folk crafts and technologies. Located 40 kilometers from. The first mention of this area in chronicles dates back to the 11th century. On the territory of the complex there is a functioning temple with a miraculous icon Mother of God, as well as a pottery workshop, a mill, a bakery, a brewery, a stable (you can take a horse ride), a zoo, a poultry yard with rare birds. The complex introduces the ancient way of life of rural residents. Here you can not only visit an excursion, but also relax, try traditional National dishes and drinks.
3. Silichi
Silichi is a ski center about 30 kilometers from the capital. These are unique conditions for active rest among the picturesque nature. Thirteen tracks for skiing of varying degrees of difficulty, a 120-meter training track, two large jumps, cable cars, snowmobile trail. Skiing and snowboarding in winter, ATVs and go-karts in summer, playing badminton, tennis, basketball, football, volleyball. On the territory of the center there are several cafes and restaurants, spa centers, baths.
is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country. Palace and park complex, the former residence of the ancient and powerful princely family of the Radziwills. Included in the List of World cultural heritage UNESCO. The construction of the structure began in 1583, and over the course of three centuries The complex was expanded and improved. Architecture has absorbed the features of various styles (from the Renaissance to neoclassicism). A large picturesque park with lakes adjoins the palace. Nearby is the Nesvizh Benedictine Monastery, Farny church, market Square with the town hall and shopping malls.
5. Stalin Line
The Stalin Line is a historical and cultural complex, one of the largest fortification ensembles in the country, formed before the start of World War II over more than 1,200 kilometers from Karelian Isthmus to the Black Sea. Located near Minsk. It was opened for tourists in 2005 on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet troops over the Nazi invaders. The complex periodically hosts reconstructions of military events with the participation of genuine military equipment and weapons. Many exhibits have preserved traces of shells and bullets. The trenches are real too. The guides are dressed in military uniforms of the Red Army.
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is a landscape reserve of republican significance, created in 1972 on the territory of the Myadel district of the Minsk region and the Postavy district of the Vitebsk region. To a large extent, the formation of the landscape was influenced by the Valdai glacier. The relief is an alternation of flat and hilly areas, has 13 different-sized lakes with the purest water(among which dead lake), picturesque meadows and forests. Rare animal species and relict plants grow on the territory of the reserve, therefore it is strictly forbidden to fish, pick berries and mushrooms here.
8. Blue Krinitsa
Golubaya Krinitsa is the largest spring in Eastern Europe. In 1985, it was declared a natural monument of republican significance. Located in the Mogilev region. The purest water with a high content of fluorine and silicon, which has healing properties, hits from a depth of 200 meters, forming a small emerald-bluish lake. A stream flows out of the spring, flowing into the tributary of the Sozh, the Golub River. Swimming in the lake itself is prohibited, but you can plunge into the water. The water is very cold, its temperature is 5 °C in any weather. And if you cross the stream three times, then, according to belief, you will gain good health, happiness in your personal life and speedy enlightenment. Around the picturesque nature.
- one of the most beautiful historical sites Belarus. Located in the Grodno region, near the border with Lithuania. The church in Gervyaty is very often compared with Notre Dame in Paris, it is one of the three most high temples Belarus. The height of its highest point is more than 60 meters. It was built in 1903 in the Neo-Gothic style on the site of a wooden church built in 1526. Aesthetic and stylistic completeness of the building is given by several richly carved wooden crosses located in front of the temple, an alley with figures of the apostles and benches for rest, as well as a picturesque landscape.
- part of the new tourist complex on the territory of an old panorama estate 30 kilometers from Minsk in the village. The house is on a sloped roof. Inside, too, everything is turned upside down: under the feet of the ceiling, above the head - the floor. Furniture hangs from above. Extreme lovers can test their strength, as staying inside this unique structure is a real test for the vestibular apparatus. For a long time after the tour, people feel dizzy, stagger, their gait becomes uncertain. But no one is responsible for any reactions of the body! However, this is only part of the fun. On the territory of the complex you can visit a children's fairy-tale meadow with "talking" arbors, a stable, a pottery, a distillery, a small zoo, a rope town, a tavern (no one will go hungry).
Were in Dudutki for Maslenitsa this winter. I liked it very much! I recommend.
We ordered a warm gazebo and had a great time.
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Sights of Belarus. The most interesting and main attractions of cities and regions of Belarus: photos and descriptions, location. What to see in Belarus in winter.
Zaslavl
Church of All Saints of the Belarusian Land - Zaslavl
City Zaslavl which refers to one of the main attractions of Belarus was founded in the 10th century by Kyiv prince Vladimir Svyatoslavich, located 27 km northwest of Minsk. On its territory there is a magnificent historical and cultural reserve, in which you can see many artifacts, such as castle fortifications and gates, the Transfiguration Church of the 17th century built, the Church of the Virgin Mary (1774). Also on the territory there are museums of folk crafts and musical instruments. The city is one of the main historical sights of Belarus.
Nesvizh
The city is located 120 km southwest of the capital, one of oldest cities Belarus. For the first time we hear about this city in documents dating back to the 13th century. In the 16th century the city became the residence of the princely family of the Radziwills. Until the 17th century, the city was intensively built as a powerful outpost, with ditches, ramparts and other defensive structures.
The first printing house in Belarus was located here. The heart of Nesvizh is the Nesvizh palace and castle complex (built in the 16th-18th centuries), designed by Giovanni Bernardoni. The complex surrounds park zone an area of about 20 hectares. We also advise you to pay attention to the building of the Town Hall, Farny Church, Slutsk Gates and Alba Park (XVI century).
It's hard to write a lot about this place. It needs to be seen in order to be imbued with all the pain that the Belarusian people experience when they hear the name of this small village. On March 22, 1943, in this village, the Nazis burned all its inhabitants alive (149 people, including 75 children).
On the territory of the village there is a memorial, the center of which is the sculpture “Unconquered Man”, which depicts the only surviving resident of Khatyn, Yuzef Kaminsky. Among the list of objects are the symbolic "Cemetery of the Villages", the memorial complex "Smoke of Khatyn" and the "Wall of Memory", the most terrible object in its content. Contains a list of Belarusian concentration camps and their victims. Having been in Belarus, be sure to visit Khatyn.
Mogilev
One of the most distinctive cities, one of the main attractions of Belarus. The history of the city begins in 1267. This year, the construction of a wooden fortress on the hill Mogila begins.
By the middle of the 17th century, Mogilev was a powerful fortification with 12 towers and three defense belts. The city also became developed center crafts and industry, a powerful port.
On the territory of the city there are many monasteries and churches. pay attention to Cathedral Minsk-Mogilev Archdiocese,
Trekhsvyatsky Cathedral, the Nikolsky Monastery Complex and the famous Bykhovsky Market.
Bobruisk
The city is located at the confluence of the Bobruik and Berezina rivers. First mentioned in 1387. Was one of the most big cities Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
In our time, Bobruisk, despite its small size, has concentrated many ancient monuments.
Pay attention to the White and Nicholas churches, the Jesuit church and the Opperman tower. Also on the territory of the city there is a balneological resort.
Brest
The city is a legend. For the first time we read about this city in the XI century in the “Tale of Bygone Years” (1019). In less than 1100 years, Brest becomes a major transport and shopping mall. The strength and power of the city persisted until the 17th century, when as a result of prolonged war it was completely destroyed. The city was restored again already in the 18th century, when it became part of the Russian Empire (1795). Be sure to visit the Brest Fortress, whose fame was brought by its immortal feat at the beginning of the Great Patriotic War. In the immediate vicinity of Brest, there are many more interesting places, it’s impossible to list them all.
The city is located 280 kilometers from Minsk. For the first time we learn about him from the Ipatiev Chronicle (1128). For 200 years, the city flourished and by the 15th century became a major trading center, and a little later Polish and Lithuanian kings built their residences here.
During your visit to the city, visit the Old and New Castles, the August Palace, the remains of the Lower and Upper Churches. In general, there are many churches and monasteries in Grodno, and all of them are unique in their own way.
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A small village located in the Grodno region. The pearl of the village is the Mir Castle, a masterpiece of Belarusian architecture.
Towers, three-meter walls (thickness), moats and huge dungeons of the castle and their decorations will be of great interest to you.
Also visit the Church of St. Nicholas (1594-1604) and the Trinity Church (XVI century). It will also be nice to take a walk in the park surrounding the castle with a pond.
The program of stay in the country will also be of interest to such ancient cities as Vitebsk, Polotsk, Braslav and Gomel.
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