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Country in Europe

Belarus

Belarus belongs to Europe. The capital city is Minsk.

CapitalMinsk
LanguageBelarusian, Russian
CurrencyBelarusian ruble
Population9.1M

Key Facts

RegionEastern Europe
GovernmentPresidential republic
Independence1991
Area207,600 km2
Population density46/km2
Time zoneFET (UTC+3)
Calling code+375
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.808
Safety index
57.3
Internet access
86%
Life expectancy
74.0

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Dzyarzhynskaya Hara346 m
Lysaya Hara342 m
Zamkavaya Hara320 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity77%
  • No religion17%
  • Other4%
  • Islam2%

Why Visit

Bialowieza ForestOne of Europe's last primeval forests, shared with Poland, home to wild bison.
Mir CastleA stunning red-brick UNESCO fortress surrounded by a moat and gardens.
Nesvizh PalaceA Baroque palace complex and residence of the Radziwill dynasty, UNESCO listed.
Minsk ArchitectureGrandiose Soviet-era boulevards and brutalist monuments in the capital.
Belarusian CuisineDraniki potato pancakes, machanka stew and kvass represent hearty traditions.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Minsk
2.0M
Homyel
480k
Vitebsk
378k

Climate Overview

-5CJan avg.
19CJul avg.
650 mmYearly rainfall
Humid continentalClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyBelarusian ruble
Official languageBelarusian, Russian
National day3 July
Electricity230V, Type C/F