Grodno region is a land of beautiful castles, family estates and fabulously beautiful lakes. It is located in the north-west of the Republic of Belarus and borders on Lithuania and Poland.
History
These lands were developed in the late Paleolithic period. However, fame came to them only at the beginning of the 12th century. It was the time when large cities appeared (Grodno - 1128, Novogrudok - 1212, Volkovysk and Slonim - 1252, Lida - 1380). All of them have an interesting and rich history. Thus, Novogrudok was the first capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. The coronation ceremony of the first king of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Mindaugas, took place in this city.
Centuries passed, but the nobility and strength of the Grodno lands remained unchanged. Even after joining Russia at the end of the eighteenth century, they were able to "show" themselves on the positive side. Grodno Governorate was considered one of the most economically developed territories.
Soviet period
During the revolution of 1917 active uprisings took place here. In 1921, the Peace Treaty of Riga was signed. According to its provisions, the lands located in the Neman region,went to Poland. Since September 1939, the Grodno region became part of the BSSR.
An active partisan movement in the region developed during the Great Patriotic War. In addition, many residents of the Prynemansky land took part in the battles at the fronts. This region was liberated from the Nazi invaders in July 1944
Grodno and the Grodno region in the post-war years were restored at a fairly rapid pace. Chemical and textile industries were created in Prynemansky Krai. Mechanical engineering has also developed.
Education
20.09.1944 the Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR was signed. According to this document, the Grodno region was formed. It became part of the Byelorussian SSR. The districts of the Grodno region are Volkovysk and Berestovitsky, Svisloch and Grodno, Ivyevsky and Slonimsky. This list also includes Mostovsky and Oshmyansky, Dyatlovsky and Korelichsky, Novogrudsky and Voronovsky, Zelvensky and Lida, Ostrovetsky and Smorgonsky, as well as Shchuchinsky. Thus, there are 17 districts in the Grodno region. There are twelve cities and twenty-one urban-type settlements on the territory of the Prynemansky land. The villages of the Grodno region are united in 194 village councils.
Heraldry
The Grodno region has chosen the French shield as its coat of arms. On its red field is an image of a golden bison. In the frame of the shield there are oak branches, which are intertwined with St. Andrew's ribbon, which has a blue color. The emblem is crowned with a golden crown.
Geography
Grodno region isadministrative unit, the territory of which is twenty-five thousand square meters. kilometers. This is twelve percent of the entire area of Belarus.
Grodno region is rightfully proud of its mixed and coniferous forests. They occupy about thirty percent of its entire territory. The largest rivers in the region are the Neman with its tributaries (Berezina, Shchara, Lebeda, Usha, Kotra and Ditva), as well as Narov and Viliya. This fabulous land and magnificent lakes adorn this place. The largest of them are Beloe and Svityaz, Molochnoye and Svir, Vishnevskoye and Rybnitsa. As for the climate, it is moderate in the Grodno region. It is somewhat warmer here than in the Vitebsk region, but at the same time cooler than in the Gomel and Brest regions. In January, the average temperature is five to six degrees of frost, and in July - eighteen to nineteen degrees of heat. The growing season, which lasts from one hundred and ninety to two hundred days a year in the region, contributes to the successful farming.
Grodno region is characterized by flat terrain. The lowest point of the region and the whole country is the point located at the outlet of the Neman River beyond the borders of the Republic of Belarus. Its mark is at an altitude of 80 m above sea level. The Lida Plain is located in the northeast and north of the region. Its height does not exceed 170 m. The Oshmyanskaya upland is also located here, the marks of which reach 320 m in some places. The extreme northeast is represented by the Narochano-Vileika lowland. In the east and south there are such hills as Volkovysk,Grodno and Novogrudok. On the last of them is the highest point in the region (323 m). It's called Castle Hill.
Resting place
Grodno region (Belarus) will especially appeal to those who love an exciting and active pastime. Prynemanskaya land is one of the most favorable areas of the country for the development of tourism. It has everything you need for a wonderful and interesting holiday. The lakes of the Grodno region are magnificent. There are many of them in this region. Amazingly beautiful lake Svityaz. Here, fishing enthusiasts can catch pike and ide, catfish and bream, perch and eel.
The nature of the Grodno region is rich and diverse. In the coastal zones of reservoirs, as well as in forests and fields, about one and a half thousand different plant species grow. On the territory occupied by the region, there is a part of Belovezhskaya Pushcha. The Grodno region is famous for its natural reserves. There are ten of them on the Neman land. There are also fifty natural monuments on the territory of the region. Outdoor enthusiasts will be happy to visit excursions, where they will get acquainted with architectural monuments, ancient cities and towns.
Sanatoriums of the Grodno region are visited with pleasure not only by residents of Belarus. Rest in them and foreign guests. The most popular are Ozerny and Radon.
Cultural heritage of Belarus
Grodno region is a real architectural gem of the country. Cultural heritage of the region -magnificent architectural ensembles. In their neighborhood there are monuments of various styles and eras, reflecting the complex history of the Neman land.
Tourists from all over the world visit the ancient Novogrudok and the beautiful Lida. As for the capital of the region - Grodno, this is a real paradise for those who love history, architecture and culture.
The Neman River cuts the city into two parts. Bridges built across the majestic river seem to connect the past and the present. They can be used to get from historical districts to a modern city.
Grodno district is one of the few in the country where the most ancient monuments of architecture have been preserved to this day. One of them is Borisoglebskaya Church. This is the oldest currently operating temple of the Republic of Belarus. It was built at the beginning of the 12th century and currently claims to be on the UNESCO World Heritage List. There is also a chance to be included in this list at the Augustow Canal, located in the vicinity of the regional center. This unique monument of hydraulic engineering was erected at the beginning of the 19th century.
Numerous churches have been preserved in the Grodno region. These architectural monuments of the 19th century. are located in the villages of Indura and Porechye, Adelsk and Adamovichi, Kozlovichi and Zarechanka. The construction of churches, which have survived in the settlements of Vertelishki and Lasha, Zhitomlya and Golovachi, belongs to a later period. The list of attractions includes the Volovichi palace and park ensemble, which is located in Svyatsk, as well as the estatehouse in the village of Svisloch, built in the 19th century.
Tourism
On the territory of the Grodno region there are cities and towns, which will be very interesting to visit. These are Oshmyany and Zhuprany, Krevo and Smorgon, Soly, etc. Many of the cities of the Neman region have historical significance. Ancient Novogrudok attracts tourists. It was this city that in 1212 became the capital of a multinational state - the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Zhemoytsky and Russian. Buildings built back in the first and early second millennium can be admired in Slonim (1252) and Lida (1380).
Grodno region is attractive for tourists and covered with legends by the lake Svityaz. According to legend, it has a magical effect on lovers.
Various holidays are often held in the cities of the region. In addition to traditional Catholic and Orthodox celebrations, tourists can get to Grodno to the republican festival dedicated to national cultures, and in Novogrudok to the international tournament of knights. Various holidays are also held in other Prynemansky cities.
Bridges
East of Grodno is a small town. Many tourists who have chosen a holiday in the Republic of Belarus are attracted by its unusual sights.
Mosty (Grodno region) received the status of a city in 1955. Currently, more than seventeen thousand people live here. The city owes its name to the bridges, of which there are five in this settlement. One of them is pedestrian across the Neman River. This bridge is a visitingcity card. Its construction was carried out in the 70s of the last century. This bridge is the longest (193 m) suspension structure in Belarus.
Another sight of the city is Mira Avenue. This is the smallest avenue in Belarus, on which there are only ten buildings.
Temples with traditional architecture attract the attention of tourists. Of particular interest is the museum "Forest and Man". Its rich zoological and botanical collections will be of interest to both adults and children.
Rural tourism
There are a large number of farmsteads on the map of the Grodno region. Especially hospitable and popular among them are Lida Khutorok, Kali Weasel, Dokudovo and others.
Most estates in the Grodno region are places where tourists meet nature. They are located on the territory of nature reserves, along the banks of rivers, as well as in Belovezhskaya Pushcha. Agritourism lovers can not only have a great rest, but also go fishing on the lakes and reservoirs of the region.
