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Belarus Travel

 

Belarus FlagAlthough 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 sq km  (80,156 sq miles)

 

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

 

Anthem: follow link to listen to the Belarus national anthem

 

Country Dialing Code: 375

 

Electricity: ~220 V, 50 Hz, European socket (2-pins)

 

Information Resources for Belarus Travel:

 

For current Belarus statistics visit CIA-World Factbook.   
For a thorough encyclopedia article, visit MSN Encarta's info on Belarus.
For a complete journal of essays ranging from Belarus History and Politics to the Belarus Economy and Judicial System, visit the Library of Congress's Country Study: Belarus.

 

 

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