Grodno region - a land of beautiful castles, manors and ancestral fabulous on the beauty of lakes.It is located in the northwest of the Republic of Belarus and the borders with Lithuania and Poland.
history
mastered these lands were still in the late Paleolithic period.But fame came to him only in the early 12th century.It was a time of occurrence of major cities (Grodno - 1128, Novogrudok - 1212, Volkovysk and Slonim - 1252, Lida - 1380).All of them have an interesting and rich history.So, Novogrudok is the first capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.In this city, the ceremony of the coronation of the first king Mindaugas ON.
passed century, but remained unchanged nobility and strength of the Grodno land.Even after entering the end of the eighteenth century, a part of Russia, they were able to "show" themselves on the positive side.Grodno province was one of the most developed areas in economic terms.
Soviet period
During the revolution of 1917 there were active rebellion.In 1921 it signed a peace treaty of Riga.Under its provisions, land in Prinemanskij province, moved to Poland.Since September 1939 Grodno region became part of the BSSR.
active guerrilla movement in the region has evolved during the Great Patriotic War.In addition, many residents Prinemanskij land took part in the battles on the fronts.From the edge of the Nazi invaders were released in July 1944,
Grodno and Grodno region in the postwar years were recovered quite rapidly.The province was created Prinemanskij chemical and textile industries.Got development and engineering.
Education
20.09.1944 was signed a decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR.According to this document, and was founded Grodno region.She became a member of the Byelorussian SSR.Grodno region - and Berestovitsa Volkovysk, Svisloch and Grodno, Slonim, and Ivie.This list also Masty and Ašmiany, Dyatlovo and Korelichi, Novogrudok and Voronovo, Zelva and Lida, Smorgon and Ostrovets and Shchuchin.Thus, as part of the Grodno region 17 districts.On the territory of the land Prinemanskij twelve and twenty-one cities and urban-type settlement.The villages of the Grodno region are united in 194 rural council.
Heraldry
Grodno region as its coat of arms shield chose French.His red field is a golden image of a bison.In the frame of the shield are placed oak branches that intertwined St. Andrew's tape having a blue color.Crowned with a golden crown emblem.
Geography
Grodno region - is an administrative unit whose territory - twenty-five thousand square meters.kilometers.It is twelve percent of the total area of Belarus.
Grodno region is proud of its mixed and coniferous forests.They cover about thirty percent of its entire territory.The largest rivers of the region - is the Neman with its tributaries (Berezin, Scharoy, swans, ears, and Ditva KOTRA) and Narov and Vilija.Decorate the edge of this fabulous and gorgeous lake.The largest of them are white and Svityaz, dairy and Svir, Vishnevskaya and Rybnitsa.As for the climate, it is temperate in the Grodno region.Here are a few warmer than in the Vitebsk region, but at the same time, cooler than in Gomel and Brest.In January the average temperature is five to six degrees below zero, and in July - eighteen or nineteen degrees Celsius.The growing season that lasts in the range of ninety to one hundred and two hundred days a year and contributes to successful farming.
to Grodno region is characterized by flat terrain.The lowest point of the region and the whole country is a point located at the exit of the Neman River beyond the Republic of Belarus.Her mark is at a height of 80 meters above sea level.In the north-east and north of the region is Lida Plain.Its height does not exceed 170 m. Here we located and Oshmyany hill, which reaches the mark in some places 320 m. Far northeast presented Narochano-Vileika lowlands.In the east and south are the hills such as Volkovysk, Grodno and Novogrudok.The last of them is the highest point in the area (323 m).It is called Castle Hill.
place to relax
Grodno region (Belarus) is particularly appeal to those who love fun and active pastime.Prinemanskij land is one of the most favorable areas for the country's tourism development.It has everything you need for a wonderful and interesting vacation.Magnificent lakes Grodno region.They are many in this region.Stunningly beautiful lake Svityaz.Here fishing enthusiasts can catch pike and ide, catfish and bream, perch and eels.
Rich and diverse nature of the Grodno region.In coastal waters, as well as in the forests and fields there are about a thousand different species of plants.In the territory, which occupies an area it is part of the Bialowieza Forest.Grodno region is famous for its natural reserves.They are on the ground Prinemanskij ten.The region is also fifty natural monuments.Active guests like to visit the tour, which will get acquainted with architectural monuments, historic towns and places.
Health of the Grodno region are visited not only the citizens of Belarus.Rest in them, and foreign guests.The most popular - "Lake" and "Radon".
cultural heritage of Belarus
Grodno region - a real architectural gem of the country.The cultural heritage of the region - the magnificent architectural ensembles.They are in the vicinity are monuments of different styles and eras, reflecting the complex history Prinemanskij land.
Tourists from all over the world visit the ancient and beautiful Novogrudok-Lida.As for the capital region - Grodno, it is a paradise for those who love history, architecture and culture.
Neman River cuts the city into two parts.A bridge built over the majestic River, if connect the past and present.On them you can get of the historical district in a modern city.
Grodno region - one of the few in the country where up to now the most ancient monuments.One of them is the Church of Boris and Gleb.This is the oldest temple of the incumbent Belarus.It was built in the early 12th century and now claims to be present in the World Heritage List of UNESCO.Chance to get into the list exists and the Augustow Canal, located in the vicinity of the regional center.This unique monument of hydraulic engineering was built in the early 19th century.
in Grodno region are preserved and numerous churches.These architectural monuments of the 19th century.Located in the village Indura and Porec, Adelsk and Adamovich, Kozlovichi and Zarechanka.By the later period include the construction of churches, which have been preserved in the settlements Vertelishki and Lasha, Zhitomlya and Golovach.The list of attractions is located, and palace and park ensemble Volovich, which is located in Svyatskaya and manor house in the village Svisloch, built in the 19th century.
Tourism
on the territory of the Grodno region are located towns and cities, which will visit very interesting.It Oshmiany and Zhuprany, Krevo and Smorgon, Sola, and so on.. Many of the cities have a historical edge Prinemanskij iconic.Ancient Novogrudok attracts tourists.It was this town in 1212 became the capital of a multinational state - the Great Lithuanian Principality, Jemoit and Russian.The building, constructed in the first and early second millennium, it is possible to admire in Slonim (1252) and Lida (1380).
Grodno region attractive for tourists, and a legendary lake Svityaz.According to legend, it has a magical effect on the lovers.
Often in cities in the region are different holidays.In addition to traditional Catholic and Orthodox celebrations, tourists can get in Grodno Republican festival devoted to national cultures, and in Novogrudok in the international tournament of knights.Held a variety of festivals in other cities Prinemanskij.
Bridges
located east of the small town of Grodno.Many tourists have chosen holiday in Belarus attract its unusual attractions.
Mosty (Grodno region) received the status of city in 1955. Currently living here more than seventeen thousand people.The city owes its name to the bridge, which in this settlement five.One of them - a pedestrian on the River Neman.This bridge is a hallmark of the city.Its construction was carried out in 70-ies of the last century.This bridge is the longest (193 m) suspended construction in Belarus.
Another landmark is Prospekt Mira.It is the smallest in Belarus Avenue, which is only ten buildings.
attention of tourists attracted to the temples, with traditional architecture.The increased interest is the museum "Forest and Man."Its rich zoological and botanical collection will be of interest to both adults and children.
Rural tourism
the map of Grodno region has a large number of farmsteads.Especially popular are hospitable and their "Lida little farm", "Kali weasel", "Dokudovo" and others.
Most estates Grodno - a meeting place for tourists and nature.They are located in the reserve, along the river banks, as well as in the Bialowieza Forest.Lovers of rural tourism can not only relax, but also fishing on lakes and reservoirs in the area.
