Belarus is a country in Eastern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Minsk, with a population of approximately 9.4M and a total area of 207,600 km². The official languages are Belarusian / Russian and the currency is the Belarusian Ruble (BYN).
Belarus covers an area of 207,600 km² with a population density of 45/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $73B ($7,766 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Belarus is home to Białowieża Forest — the last primeval forest in Europe, shared with Poland and home to the world's largest herd of European bison. The country also produces some of the world's largest dump trucks, including a 450-ton BelAZ.
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UNESCO last primeval forest in Europe — home to 800 free-roaming European bison
UNESCO Gothic-Renaissance castle complex — one of Belarus's most iconic landmarks
UNESCO palace of the Radziwill dynasty with centuries of European royal history
Soviet-era memorial to the fierce WWII defense of Brest, with monumental Soviet sculptures
The capital of Belarus is Minsk.
The official language(s) of Belarus are Belarusian / Russian.
The population of Belarus is approximately 9.4M.
Belarus uses the Belarusian Ruble (BYN).
Belarus is located in Europe, in the Eastern Europe region.
Belarus has a GDP of $73B, with a GDP per capita of $7,766.
The best time to visit Belarus is May–September. The climate is Continental, cold winters, warm summers.
Visa-free for many nationalities (check current rules)
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