Текст достопремечательность Беларуси на английском .

Places of Interest in Belarus Достопримечательности Беларуси Belarus is a landlocked country in East Europe, which borders with Russia, Poland, Ukraine and Baltic countries. It is one of the most beautiful and interesting countries of this region. The biggest city and the capital of Belarus is Minsk. Other major cities include Brest, Gomel, Grodno, Vitebsk and Mogilev. The country is full of unique landscapes, historical monuments and outstanding architecture. One of the most interesting sights is situated in Brest and Grodno provinces. It’s called Belovezhskaya Pushcha or Bialowieza Forest. It’s an ancient woodland which straddles the border Belarus and Poland. The area it covers is more than 150 square kilometers. The forest includes laboratory facilities and a zoo, where such animals like bison, wild boar, and moose can be seen in their natural habitat. This natural sight is on the UNESCO World Heritage list nowadays. Another worthy place to visit in Belarus is the Mirsky Castle Complex. It is situated in Grodno province and is considered to be a cultural heritage. This Renaissance style castle was built in the 16th century and attracts a great number of visitors each year. Belarus is often described as castle land. Another beautiful castle is situated in Minsk province, in Nesvizh. It is known as the Architectural, Residential and Cultural Complex of the Radziwill Family at Nesvizh. It is a three-storey chateau which was built in the 16th century. In Vitebsk province people often visit the St. Sophia Cathedral and the Savior’s Church. Another lovely architectural ensemble is situated in Gomel. It is the Rumyantsev-Paskevich Residence which is the main historical monument of Gomel region. An image of this residence is featured on the Belarusian 20,000-ruble bill. The most interesting sights in Minsk include the National Museum of History and Culture, St. Peter and St. Paul Church, and the National Library of Belarus.