The land in Belarus is mostly flat or hilly, with about 40% of its surface covered by forests. There are also swamps, as well as 3,000 streams and 4,000 lakes.
In Belarus, hearty foods like red meat, potatoes, and mushrooms are especially popular. Black tea and coffee are the favorite drinks.
Belarus is in Eastern Europe, with a population of 9.48 million people. Its capital is Minsk, and their currency is Belarusian ruble (BYN). The official languages in Belarus are Belarusian and Russian.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Day after New Year’s Day (Jan 2)
- Orthodox Christmas (Jan 7)
- Women’s Day (Mar 8)
- Labor Day (May 1)
- Victory Day (May 9)
- Commemoration Day (Date Varies)
- Independence Day (Jul 3)
- October Revolution Day (Nov 7)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
Want to learn more? Check out Belarus’ tourism website!
Also check out the National Art Museum and the Belarusian National History and Culture Museum.
It has four world heritage sites:
- Architectural, Residential and Cultural Complex of the Radziwill Family at Nesvizh
- Mir Castle Complex
- Struve Geodetic Arc
- Białowieża Forest
It also has four national parks:
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