Belarus
Europe · Eastern Europe
- Capital
- Minsk
Famous for
- Animal European bison
- Food Draniki
- Festival Kupala Night
- Landmark Mir Castle
- Sport Ice hockey
Three facts
Country
Belarus shares one of Europe's last large primeval lowland forests, home to European bison.
Capital: Minsk
Minsk was almost entirely rebuilt after the Second World War around huge avenues and monumental blocks.
Flag
Belarus' flag carries a vertical red-and-white pattern based on traditional woven ornament.
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