Europe
Belarus
Belarus is closely involved in the war in Ukraine. Many governments advise against all travel.
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Areas near the borders with Ukraine and Russia are advised against; arbitrary detention is a real risk.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 17:06
- Currency
- BYN
- Calling code
- +375
- Capital
- Minsk
- Languages spoken
- BE, Russian
Places to see
Minsk
Wide Soviet avenues and the Island of Tears memorial.
Mir and Nesvizh castles
Two UNESCO-listed castles.
Białowieża Forest
Primeval forest and European bison.
The Zzz blog
Coming soon: the mosquito is on it!
