Travel Notes: Europe: Belarus Travel Notes

Belarus is also known as Byelorussia, or White Russia.

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White Russia

Countries neighbouring Belarus are: Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Russia and Ukraine.

Map of Belarus

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About Belarus

Belarus was a convenient battleground for Polish and Russian armies between the 16th and 18th centuries.

The Russians retreated in 1812 when Napoleon's armies invaded, and the area never had a real chance to develop.

A Belarusian democratic republic was proclaimed after the collapse of the Russian Empire, but the Bolsheviks soon put a stop to that idea.

The country was again almost devastated during World War II, when the Germans were expelled.

Belarus also received the highest amount of nuclear fallout, of all the Soviet republics, from the Chernobyl disaster; across the border, in Ukraine.

Minsk

The capital of the Republic of Belarus was founded in 1067, as Mensk, and has been under Lithuanian, Polish and Russian control during its history; and was even occupied by the Germans.

Minsk Accomodation:
Low cost accommodation for budget travellers visiting the capital of Belarus. Located in a good district, close to the metro line, with 24-hour shops, a post office, currency exchange offices, taxis and local markets just 200 meters from the accommodation.

Minsk in Your Pocket:
Travel information for visitors to Belarus, from the esteemed In Your Pocket guide series.

Minsk Weather Outlook:
Six-day weather outlook for the capital of Belarus. Check out the conditions for major cities in neighbouring countries too.

Belarus Visas

Belarus Visas:
How to go about getting your visa for Belarus.

Around Belarus

Brest

Once a part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Brest is situated in the western Belorussian Polessye.

Gomel

The Gomel region is in south-eastern Belarus; bordering Ukraine and Russia

Grodno

Founded in the 11th century, Grodno overlooks the Neman River and is one of the oldest cities in Belarus.

Mogilev

The Mogilev region is in eastern Belarus; bordering Russia.

Vitebsk

Centred around Vrtebsk, the Vitebsk region is situated in north-eastern Belarus; bordering with Lithuania, Latvia and Russia.

Where to Stay in Belarus

Accommodation in Minsk

Hotels in Minsk:
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Best Eastern Hotel Minsk: Minsk.
Nezavisimosti Avenue 11. Hotel Details. Hotel Rates. Add Hotel Review. View Map. Official Website: Hotel Minsk.	After its opening in December, 2002 Hotel Minsk became the first four-star hotel in the capital and in Republic of Belarus. Located on the central Nezavisimosti Avenue, Hotel Minsk offers a picturesque view of the city, Independence Square and the Red Church. Only a few minutes walk from the railway and bus stations, Hotel Minsk is also close to all the main cultural and historical attractions. Standard Rates Book a Room at the Hotel Minsk In 2005, the Minsk Hotel was awarded a Golden Crown for its quality of service. Guests staying in one of the 252 rooms have a choice of three restaurants. There's also a Lobby Bar and Night Club as well as a Fitness Club and Beauty Salon.
Best Eastern Yubileynaya: Minsk.
19 Masherova Prospect. Hotel Details. Hotel Rates. Add Hotel Review. View Map.	The Yubileynaya is one of the busiest hotels in downtown Minsk. Standard rates Book a Room at the Best Eastern Yubileynaya The cheaper rooms are of the Soviet variety while the more expensive 'business class' rooms actually have renovated bathrooms and are much brighter. The restaurant, designed by an Italian architect, has two halls and seats up to 500 people. It serves traditional Belorussian and international cuisine.