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Minsk

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Niasviž

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Grodno

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Brest

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Puszcza Białowieska, Białoruś - © Brate.com

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Białowieża Primeval Forest

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Braslaw

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Mir Castle

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Naroczański National Park

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<p>Since you&#39;ll mostly spend time outdoors in Braslav and its surroundings, go there in the warmer months. The best choice will be <strong>from June to August</strong> .</p>

When to visit Brasław?

<p>When in Braslav, be sure to take a walk and visit the most important monuments of the city. There are not many of them and they are located next to each other, so sightseeing will not take you much time.</p><h2> Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary</h2><p> In the eastern part of the town there is a characteristic <strong>Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary</strong> (костел Рождества Девы Марии). What makes it stand out? First of all, the facade consists of red brick and colorful stones that look like a mosaic. The church was built in the 19th century. Inside you will find a painting of Our Lady of Braslav, Queen of the Lakes, famous for its miracles.</p><h2> Uspensky Orthodox Church</h2><p> On the other side of the road and next to the church you will find <strong>the Uspensky Orthodox Church</strong> (церковь Успенская), dedicated to St. Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It was built in this place at the end of the 19th century. It is a small temple with a white facade with blue accents and green doors. Inside, a wooden iconostasis from 1980 is noteworthy.</p><h3> Castle Mountain</h3><p> <strong>Castle Hill</strong> rises next to both temples. This small hill is one of the best <strong>viewpoints</strong> in Brasław. You will be able to admire the panorama of both the city and the surrounding lakes.</p><h3> Museum of Traditional Culture</h3><p> If you are interested in ethnography, be sure to visit <strong>the Museum of Traditional Culture</strong> (Braslav музей традиционной культуры). This is a small facility where you will be able to see local handicrafts and everyday items that were once used at work or at home.</p><h3> Historical and National Museum</h3><p> In one of the traditional houses there is a small <strong>Historical and Local History Museum</strong> (Braslav historiography). You will find several accents related to Poland.</p>

Sightseeing in Braslav

<p>Of course, Brasław&#39;s greatest advantage is its location. <strong>The lake district</strong> surrounding it includes as many as 300 lakes! Seventy-four of them, in 1995, were protected within the national park.</p><h3> Braslav Lakes</h3><p> <strong>The lake district</strong> around Brasław was shaped by a glacier. This is why you can find so many lakes of various sizes and depths here. The largest reservoir is Lake <strong>Drywiaty</strong> (36 km²), and the deepest is southern <strong>Voloso</strong> (40.4 m deep). A characteristic feature of the local lakes is their irregular shape, with numerous bays and islets. Belarusians laugh that it is <strong>an island region in their country</strong> . There are as many as 100 of them on all the lakes. Noteworthy is the island of Strusto - the second, largest island in Belarus, which also has a smaller lake on its territory. In the lake district you will also find small hills, numerous rivers, and extensive forest complexes. Over 1,900 different species of plants grow here, and there are 30 species of fish and over 300 species of mammals. Without a doubt, it is a paradise for wildlife fans.</p>

Nature of Braslav

<p><strong>Braslaw</strong> is located in the north of Belarus, close to the border with Latvia. It is a small city whose greatest asset is its location. It is located <strong>in the national park</strong> that protects the <strong>Braslawskie Lakes</strong> . This exceptionally picturesque lake district is a paradise for nature enthusiasts, wonderful landscapes, walks and relaxation by the water. Braslaw itself is situated between four of the lakes - Berezhe, Svyattso, Novyaty and Drywiaty. The latter is the fifth and largest reservoir in all of Belarus. </p><div id="attachment_71597" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 500px;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-71597" src="https://media.brate.com/images/europa/bialorus/braslaw/braslaw-1.jpeg?tr=n-hero" alt="Braslaw" width="500" height="326"><p class="caption"> Braslaw, Belarus - © Brate</p></div><p> In Braslaw, in addition to the wonderful views, you can also count on several interesting objects, mainly sacred. The most important building is <strong>the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary</strong> , which houses the miracle-famous painting of the Virgin Mary. She is also the guardian of the entire lake district. Also noteworthy is the entire urban development, which is not too compact, rather small-town, but extremely charming.</p><h2> For whom?</h2><p> If you are looking for a <strong>place to relax</strong> in Belarus, Braslaw and the entire lake district will be a great choice. Idyllic landscapes, combined with the lack of crowds, are a great space for long walks or observing wild animals. In addition to numerous birds, these areas are inhabited by bears, foxes, wolves, martens and otters.</p>

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If you are planning to relax, the Braslav Rest guesthouse will be the perfect choice. Located between two lakes, close to the city center. My wife and I spent two nights there and later regretted that we didn&#39;t stay longer. The room was beautifully decorated - wooden furniture, cool accessories. The service was nice and helpful. The only minor drawback is the thin walls, through which you can hear what is happening in other parts of the building.

Braslav Rest

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Aparthotel Zhiemchuzhina may not be the cheapest choice, but in my opinion one of the best in this area. It is located on the shore of Lake Drywiaty, next to a quiet bay. I had a beautiful view of the reservoir from the room. The entire building is finished in wood, which makes it cozy. Only WiFi could work faster.

Zhiemchuzhina Braslava

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I can recommend the Ozernyi guesthouse with a clear conscience. There are no luxuries there, the decor is very basic, and the appearance of the building certainly does not impress. But somehow I was charmed by this place. Moreover, the room was very clean and well-kept. A really enjoyable stay.

Guest House Ozernyi

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This hotel is located practically in the center of Braslav. Very good conditions. Bright, spacious interior. The room was sufficient for two people. Close to two lakes, pleasant walking areas around. Plus access to a private beach.

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