Belarus
2nd Edition
Published on 20. February 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-84162-340-5 (ISBN)
Description
Mysterious and misunderstood, Belarus remains an enigma at the heart of Europe. Bradt's Belarus gives you all the information needed to get the best from this lost world. Explore Minsk, Belarus's modern city, built as a memorial to the glory of Soviet communism or step beyond the capital and find a wealth of riches that remain largely unknown to the outside world: the natural splendour of primeval forests, rivers and lakes; flora and fauna in abundance; stunning museums empty of visitors; rich culture and tradition; historical sites dating back to the Middle Ages; beautiful churches; Russian Orthodoxy and the genuine warmth of a people who believe that the rest of the world has either forgotten them or has no interest in their wellbeing.
Reviews / Votes
'Authoritative, insightful and helpful for travellers to the country.'Hidden Europe
More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Buckinghamshire
United Kingdom
Edition type
Revised edition
ISBN-13
978-1-84162-340-5 (9781841623405)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Person
Author Nigel Roberts is heavily involved with Belarusian communities on sustainable development projects. He speaks Russian and has travelled extensively throughout Western and Eastern Europe.
Content
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Part One: General Information
Background Information
Geography and climate; History; Government, politics and administration; Economy; People; Language; Religion and education; Culture; Natural history and conservation
Practical Information
When to visit; Highlights; Suggested itineraries; Tour operators; Red tape; Embassies; Getting there and away; Health; Safety; Focus for specific groups; What to take; Electricity; Money and budgeting; Getting around; Accommodation; Eating and drinking; Shopping; Arts and entertainment; Photography; Media and communications; Business; Buying property; Society and customs; Giving something back
Part Two: The Guide
Minsk City and Oblast
Geography and climate; History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Minsk
Brest City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Brest
Grodno City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Grodno
Vitebsk City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Vitebsk
Mogilev City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Mogilev
Gomel City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Gomel
Appendices
Language
Further Reading
Index
Introduction
Part One: General Information
Background Information
Geography and climate; History; Government, politics and administration; Economy; People; Language; Religion and education; Culture; Natural history and conservation
Practical Information
When to visit; Highlights; Suggested itineraries; Tour operators; Red tape; Embassies; Getting there and away; Health; Safety; Focus for specific groups; What to take; Electricity; Money and budgeting; Getting around; Accommodation; Eating and drinking; Shopping; Arts and entertainment; Photography; Media and communications; Business; Buying property; Society and customs; Giving something back
Part Two: The Guide
Minsk City and Oblast
Geography and climate; History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Minsk
Brest City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Brest
Grodno City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Grodno
Vitebsk City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Vitebsk
Mogilev City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Mogilev
Gomel City and Oblast
History; Getting there and away; Getting around; Tourist information; Where to stay; Where to eat; Entertainment and nightlife; Shopping; Other practicalities; What to see and do; Outside Gomel
Appendices
Language
Further Reading
Index