Belarus General

Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe known for its forests, lakes, and rivers. It's also known as the "Lungs of Europe" due to its extensive woodlands. Belarus was formerly part of the Soviet Union and declared independence in 1991. 

Here are some fun facts about Belarus:

·        European Bison:

The European bison, also known as the wisent, is the national animal of Belarus and roams the country's forests. 

·        Land of Swamps:

Belarus has a significant amount of marshland, covering almost 1.7 million hectares. 

·        "Lungs of Europe":

Belarus is nicknamed the "Lungs of Europe" because 36% of its territory is covered by forests. 

·        Longest Street:

Independence Avenue in Minsk is the longest street in Belarus, stretching over 9 miles. 

·        Twice the Christmas:

Belarus celebrates Christmas twice, once on December 25th for Catholics and again on January 7th for Orthodox Christians. 

·        Potato Power:

Potatoes are a staple in Belarusian cuisine, with over 300 potato dishes including tukmachi and draniki. 

·        Unique Symbols:

Belarus is the only former Soviet republic that still uses Soviet symbols, albeit with minimal changes. 

·        Famous Ancestry:

Many foreign celebrities have Belarusian ancestors, and the famous artist Marc Chagall was also Belarusian. 

·        World of Tanks:

The popular computer game, World of Tanks, was created by the Belarusian company Wargaming. 

·        "Diamond of Knowledge":

The National Library of Belarus is shaped like a diamond and is called the "Diamond of Knowledge".