This ancient relict forest covers about 370,658 acres. It is situated on the border between Poland and Belarus. There is a watershed of the Baltic and Black seas near the great forest. Together with VETLIVA we will tell you some facts about this amazing place.
Beautiful and impressive Belovezhskaya Pushcha
Imagine: Pushcha was mentioned in chronicles in 983! It was one of the favorite hunting grounds of kings during the centuries. Even Vladimir Monomakh liked this forest and spent a lot of time here.
Belarusian nature wins hearts! One of the songs of the famous group Pesnyary was dedicated to this beautiful place. Many people know this song by heart.
Facts about Belovezhskaya Pushcha
Interesting facts:
- more than 250 species of birds live here,
- here you can see more than 60% of plants existing on the territory of our country,
- there is a low-lying swamp, which is one of the largest in Belarus,
- rare and powerful bison live here and amaze everyone.
Many plants were included in the Red Book of Belarus. It is a list of species threatened with extinction. This area is a real treasury of nature.
Unusual places in Belovezhskaya Pushcha
The Museum of Nature, which has no analogues in Belarus, can be called the pride of the Pushcha. Here you will learn about the biological diversity of the region, get acquainted with the history of the Pushcha, see elks, deer, bison, and other animals.
We recommend that you visit the Museum of folklife, where you can see interior items of the 19th century and get acquainted with crafts. An amazing excursion into the past is waiting for you!
The National Park can be interesting not only for nature lovers but for children and those who believe in fairy tales. Here you can visit the house of Grandfather Frost (Russian Santa) and make a wish.
There are walking and cycling routes on the territory of the forest. It’s a real paradise for ecotourism lovers. After eventful programs, you can taste mouth-watering dishes in the cafe.
You can get there from Minsk along the M1 highway. Landmark is the village of Kamenyuki (highway Р83). It is better to book a tour for a few days via VETLIVA. You will not only see the most beautiful places but also get to know the sights in the surrounding area. If you’re short on time, go on an excursion.
