Do you know any symbols of our country?

1. The state symbols of the Republic of Belarus as a sovereign state are the National Flag of red and white stripes, the National Emblem and the National Anthem "My Belarusy".

Other than the national flag, anthem and emblem, Belarus has several unofficial symbols. The Cross of Saint Euphrosyne, a 12th-century relic which disappeared during the Second World War is considered a spiritual symbol of Belarus. The European bison is seen as a symbol of Belarus and the Belavezha Forest. It is also featured on the symbols of Brest Oblast. Another widely known mascots of Belarus are the stork and the cornflower.

2. The European bison, the white stork and the cornflower are said to be symbols of Belarus. They have been chosen as they represent the main qualities of Belarusians. We are as strong and calm as Eiropean bisons are. Our beauty is not eye-catching as that of the cornflower’s but you’ll never forget the moment you see the white stork for the first time.

What questions about Belarus do you expect to hear from a British teenager?

1. What are the most popular holidays in Belarus?

2. Which of the historical places in Belarus are worth visiting?

3. Where is Belarus situated?

4. What city is the capital?

5. Do people of Belarus speak Belarusian?

6. What is the capital of Belarus?

7. Where did you say your country is actually located?

8. Are there any places of interest in your native town?

What sights would you advise a foreigner to visit?

a) For lovers of nature I advise to visit Belavezhskaya Pushcha. You can visit the museum and the zoo where wisents, wild boars and other animals can be viewed in their natural habitat. A new attraction of the reserve is a museum of the New Year and the residence of Father Frost. This museum has been visited by thousands of tourists.

b) If I were you I would visit the National Library of Belarus, Mir and Nesvizh castles and Lake Naroch.

c)

The national library is a place to visit in Belarus. You’ll never find such a place in Europe. It’s a masterpiece of modern architecture. The design of it is symbolic and you need to give it a thought to see the ideas behind of it. As for the past of our country, you should visit Mir castle which is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Belarus. Brest fortress is a must for those who are interested in our history.

What sights in our country belong to world heritage?

1. Belavezhskaya Pushcha National Park

2 Mir Castle Complex

3 Struve Geodetic Arc

4 Architectural, Residential and Cultural Complex of the Radziwill Family at Nesvizh

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