Belarus Travel
Although Belarus Travel rarely makes anyone's list of possible
tourist destinations, this little known nation situated in the center
of Europe holds many treasures for the inquisitive traveler. Belarus
offers a diverse range of attractions from its national parks
and lakes to its rich cultural and historical heritage. So whether
you are an eco-tourist, an avid hunter or angler, a history enthusiast,
or a lover of the arts, Belarus may pleasantly surprise you with
its wide range of travel opportunities.
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Belarus Travel - Facts and Resources
Official Name: Republic of Belarus
Area: 207,600 km² (80,156 miles²)
Belarus Topography:
Belarus has a hilly landscape with many lakes and gently sloping ridges in the north. Low-lying swampy plains are found in the south. One-third of the country is covered by unpopulated forest.
Belarus Time Zone:
Belarus has only one time zone, GMT + 2 hours
Belarus Weather:
Because of its proximity to the Baltic Sea, Belarus has a temperate continental climate. The average temperature travelers will experience in January is –6°C (21°F), and the average temperature for Belarus travel in July is about 18°C (64°F), with high humidity.
Belarus Population:
10,300,483 people (July 2005 est.)
Population growth rate: -0.09% (2005 est.)
Life Expectancy at birth: (2005 est.)
1. Female: 74.69 years
2. Male: 63.03 years
3. Total Population: 68.72 years
Sex ratio in Belarus: 0.88 male(s)/female (2005 est.)
Belarus Ethnic Groups:
Among the total population of Belarus, 80% are Belarusian.
Other
ethnic groups include Russian (11.4%), Polish (3.9%), Ukrainian
(2.4%), other (1.1%)
Languages: Both Belarusian and Russian languages have official status.
Religions: The main religion in the Belarus is Eastern Orthodox. Other religions include Roman Catholic, Protestant, Jewish and Muslim.
Government type: Republic
Capital: Minsk
Belarus National Anthem (follow this link to learn the words)
Country Dialing Code: 375
Electricity: ~220 V, 50 Hz, European socket (2-pins)
Additional Information for Belarus Travel:
- CIA-World Factbook: current Belarus information & statistics
- Wikipedia: Detailed information about the Republic of Belarus
- Library of Congress Country Study: Complete journal of essays ranging from Belarus History and Politics to the Belarusian Economy and Judicial System








