Belarus

Belarus
Belarus is a state in Eastern Europe with a population of about 9 million people. There are many small towns, villages, and 6 large cities in Belarus. Minsk (capital), Vitebsk, Brest, Gomel, Mogilev and Grodno. The languages spoken in Belarus are Russian and Belarusian, and the currency used is the Belarusian ruble. I like living here, I like the culture and traditions of this country, I like the local people and their mentality. Also, it's very nice and clean.

Belarus

Geography and Climate
Belarus is located in Eastern Europe and is the largest landlocked state in Europe. Belarus borders on Russia, Ukraine, Lithuania, Poland and Latvia. The territory itself does not have mountains and has rare hills, otherwise it is mostly flat. Belarus has a temperate continental climate, with wet winters, warm summers and wet autumns. The average temperature in winter is from -5 to -9 degrees, and in summer from +17 to +20 degrees. Climate conditions are favorable for growing grain, vegetables, fruits, shrubs, herbs and flax.

Geography and Climate

Nature
Nature in Belarus is beautiful and unique. Here you can find many rare species of plants and animals, beautiful forests, lakes and rivers. The nature of Belarus can delight and amaze more and more every day, literally behind every tree you can find a beautiful and bright meadow that will be remembered for a long time.

Nature

Flora
Flora in Belarus is very diverse. In the forest you can find various coniferous, small-leaved and broad-leaved trees, flowering and shrub plants. In the swamps you can find woody, reed and herbaceous plants, as well as moss. And in the meadows and glades there are cereals and legumes, as well as clover.

Flora

Fauna
There are many wild animals in Belarus. The most iconic of the mammals are: bison, roe deer, elk, beaver, viper and badger. All of them are mainly found in the depths of the forest and nature reserves. There are also more than three hundred species of birds, such as: white stork, goldfinch, spotted eagle, capercaillie, owl and others. Even in Belarus there are at least twelve species of amphibians, mainly toads, frogs and newts. There are also reptiles, among which are mainly snakes, turtles and lizards. About fifty species of fish swim in the waters, some of them are rare, mostly all fish are not large in size. And there are a lot of insects in Belarus, both harmful and useful.

Fauna

Population
9.2 million people live on the territory of Belarus, about 130 different peoples, of which the majority are Belarusians - 85%, followed by Russians - 7.5%, then Poles - 3%, and Ukrainians - 2%. Despite the fact that each nation has its own traditions and principles, they respect and honor the traditions of Belarus and the Belarusian people. Everyone treats each other with respect and kindness.

The name
The name Belarus has come from a long time ago, when it was called "Belaya Rus". This name was given to it by Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, in the 17th century, when he occupied these territories. In this case, the word “belaya" means "legal". But over time, this name became a symbol of independence and residents who had blond hair and wore white clothes.

National flag and its colors
The national flag of Belarus consists of two colors and a red and white ornament.Green is a symbol of goodness, prosperity and peace.Red is a symbol of brotherhood, victory and a happy life.The ornament glorifies the industriousness and skill of the Belarusian people.

National flag and its colors

Prominent People
1. Yanka Kupala is a writer, poet, translator, publicist, classic of Belarusian literature.
2. Yakub Kolas is a writer, poet, translator, playwright, founder and classic of new Belarusian literature.
3. Vasil Bykov - writer, public figure, participant in the Great Patriotic War, member of the Writers' Union of the USSR.
4. Kondrat Krapiva is a writer, poet, playwright, translator, literary critic, satirist, public figure, Doctor of Philology.
5. Vladimir Karatkevich is a writer, poet, publicist, playwright, translator, screenwriter, classic of Belarusian literature.
6. Yanka Mavr is a writer, translator, playwright, one of the founders of Belarusian children's literature, the founder of the scientific, educational and adventure genre.

Prominent People

Prominent People
1. Euphrosyne of Polotsk, a princess, helped the poor, built churches all over Belarus.
2. Kirill Turovsky - theologian, church figure, writer, preacher.
3. Франциск Скорина – белорусский первопечатник, перевёл Библию на белорусский язык.
4. Francysk Skaryna - Belarusian first printer, translated the Bible into Belarusian.
5. Pavel Sukhoi is an inventor, aircraft designer, one of the creators of jet and supersonic aviation.
6. Mikhail Vysotsky is a scientist and designer, under whose leadership you create the best MAZ cars.

Prominent People

Сulture
The original artistic culture of Belarus has been formed over the centuries. For centuries, the richest spiritual values glorifying the moral essence of man have been passed on from generation to generation. They contain high ideals of goodness and justice, respect for others, a resolute rejection of evil and violence. Throughout history, our country has been glorified and continues to be glorified by original architectural and artistic schools, unique works of music and literature.

Attractions
1. Mir Castle 2. Brest Fortress 3. Nesvizh Castle
4. Borisoglebskaya church 5. Tower of Kamyenyets 6. Mound of Glory

Attractions
1. Khatyn 2. Ruzhany Palace 3. National Library
4. Bialowieza Forest 5. Naliboki Forest 6. Trinity Church

Traditions
Belarusian culture is one of the oldest European cultures. The traditions and customs of the Belarusian people have been preserved by such holidays as: Kolyada, Kupalle, Shrovetide, Dozhinki. In each of them, elements of ancient religions are noticeable. The traditions of the Belarusian people are rooted far into the past. Here, the paganism of ancient ancestors is closely intertwined with Christian belief. This is clearly represented in interesting traditions and holidays.

Традиции
1. Kolyada 2. Kupalle
3. Shrovetide 4. Dozhinki