Facts about Belarus
Official languages: Belarusian, Russian
Capital: Minsk
Area: 207,600 km²
Population: 9.7 million residents
Population density: 46.65 residents per km²
Currency: BYR
Internet TLD: .by
ISO codes: BY, BLR, 112
The country code for Belarus is +375
Flag of Belarus
The flag of Belarus consists of two horizontal stripes – a wider red one at the top and a narrower green one at the bottom. In addition, the pole edge of the flag is lined with a vertical stripe of the traditional Belarusian red and white pattern. This ornament is used to decorate folk costumes, and thus it is intended to emphasize the age of the Belarusian nation, as well as its manual dexterity and skills. The flag was adopted in 1995 following a referendum, replacing the flag used by Belarus before joining the Soviet Union and after declaring independence in 1991. However, some interest groups still use the original flag as a sign of opposition to the government and consider the 1995 referendum invalid, as it allegedly did not meet democratic principles.
Belarus is the official name for the country known in German-speaking countries as Belarus, which lies between Poland, Ukraine, Russia, Latvia and Lithuania. In former times the country was also called Belarus and in GDR parlance Belarus.
See Belarus Location on World Map. The Soviet republic, devastated in World War II, only reluctantly broke away from Moscow in 1991. President Lukashenko drove the country into international isolation through his anti-democratic tendencies and the rejection of the western economy. The country’s few partners today include Russia, other successor states of the USSR, as well as Iran.
The Belarusian economy has not been transformed into a market economy. Around 15% of employees work in agriculture. The country is largely dependent on raw material supplies from Russia at prices well below market levels.
Belarus was badly affected by the Chernobyl disaster on April 26, 1986 in Chornobyl, Ukraine, as a result of which large parts of the country were contaminated by radioactive fallout.
Biggest Cities of Belarus by Population
Minsk is the capital and largest city in Belarus, with a population of approximately 1.9 million people. It is located in the center of the country near the border with Russia and Ukraine, making it an important political, economic and cultural center in Eastern Europe. The city was founded as early as 1067, but it was destroyed several times during its history due to wars and invasions. Minsk has been rebuilt several times over the centuries, and today it is a modern city full of cultural attractions such as museums, theaters and art galleries. It also has a vibrant nightlife scene with plenty of bars, clubs and restaurants to choose from.
The second largest city in Belarus is Gomel which has a population of around 470 thousand people. Located on the south-western edge of the country it is another important political center due to its proximity to Russia and Ukraine borders. Gomel has a rich history dating back to 1667 when it was first mentioned as a town in documents from that time period. Today it is known for its industrial production such as steelworks, machinery plants, chemical factories and more which makes up most of its economy. Attractions here include historical sites such as old churches dating back centuries along with modern shopping malls catering to tourists looking for souvenirs or gifts to take home after their visit here.
The third largest city in Belarus is Mogilev which has around 375 thousand people living there according to 2020 census data. Located on the Dnieper river this city was historically an important trading hub for goods coming from Russia into Europe via this river route making it an important economic center for many centuries now. Today Mogilev still remains an important economic hub but also serves as an important cultural center offering visitors some interesting attractions like old churches dating back centuries ago along with modern shopping malls catering to tourists looking for unique souvenirs or gifts after their visit here.
Finally there’s Vitebsk which is fourth largest city in Belarus with around 350 thousand people living there according to 2020 census data. This charming port town located on the western edge of Belarus near Latvia border offers some great attractions such as old churches dating back centuries along with modern shopping malls catering to tourists looking for souvenirs or gifts after their visit here. There are also plenty of beaches here for swimming or sunbathing along with some great restaurants serving up local delicacies like borscht soup or potato pancakes known as draniki which are very popular among locals here.
# | City | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
1 | Minsk, Belarus | 1,742,235 | 53.9 | 27.5667 |
2 | Gomel, Belarus | 481,062 | 52.4345 | 30.9754 |
3 | Mahilyow, Belarus | 369,311 | 53.9168 | 30.3449 |
4 | Vitebsk, Belarus | 342,811 | 55.1904 | 30.2049 |
5 | Hrodna, Belarus | 317,476 | 53.6884 | 23.8258 |
6 | Brest, Belarus | 300,826 | 52.0975 | 23.6877 |
7 | Babruysk, Belarus | 220,628 | 53.1384 | 29.2214 |
8 | Baranovichi, Belarus | 168,883 | 53.1327 | 26.0139 |
9 | Barysaw, Belarus | 144,030 | 54.2279 | 28.505 |
10 | Pinsk, Belarus | 130,888 | 52.1229 | 26.0951 |
11 | Orsha, Belarus | 125,458 | 54.5081 | 30.4172 |
12 | Novoye Medvezhino, Belarus | 120,111 | 53.8833 | 27.45 |
13 | Mazyr, Belarus | 112,248 | 52.0495 | 29.2456 |
14 | Malinovka, Belarus | 105,111 | 53.8579 | 27.4374 |
15 | Salihorsk, Belarus | 101,725 | 52.7876 | 27.5415 |
16 | Maladzyechna, Belarus | 101,411 | 54.3167 | 26.854 |
17 | Navapolatsk, Belarus | 100,996 | 55.5318 | 28.5987 |
18 | Lida, Belarus | 98,147 | 53.8833 | 25.2997 |
19 | Polatsk, Belarus | 82,369 | 55.4879 | 28.7856 |
20 | Zhlobin, Belarus | 73,200 | 52.8926 | 30.024 |
21 | Svyetlahorsk, Belarus | 71,361 | 52.6329 | 29.7389 |
22 | Rechytsa, Belarus | 65,511 | 52.3617 | 30.3916 |
23 | Slutsk, Belarus | 62,339 | 53.0274 | 27.5597 |
24 | Horad Zhodzina, Belarus | 61,118 | 54.0985 | 28.3331 |
25 | Slonim, Belarus | 51,545 | 53.0869 | 25.3163 |
26 | Kobryn, Belarus | 50,802 | 52.2138 | 24.3564 |
27 | Volkovysk, Belarus | 47,411 | 53.1561 | 24.4513 |
28 | Kalinkavichy, Belarus | 37,301 | 52.1323 | 29.3257 |
29 | Smarhon’, Belarus | 37,011 | 54.4798 | 26.3957 |
30 | Rahachow, Belarus | 34,811 | 53.0934 | 30.0495 |
31 | Asipovichy, Belarus | 34,702 | 53.3011 | 28.6386 |
32 | Horki, Belarus | 34,008 | 54.2862 | 30.9863 |
33 | Novogrudok, Belarus | 30,859 | 53.5942 | 25.8191 |
34 | Vilyeyka, Belarus | 30,111 | 54.4914 | 26.9111 |
35 | Byaroza, Belarus | 29,756 | 52.5314 | 24.9786 |
36 | Krychaw, Belarus | 27,792 | 53.7125 | 31.717 |
37 | Luninyets, Belarus | 25,111 | 52.2472 | 26.8047 |
38 | Dzyarzhynsk, Belarus | 24,720 | 53.6832 | 27.138 |
39 | Ivatsevichy, Belarus | 24,311 | 52.709 | 25.3401 |
40 | Hlybokaye, Belarus | 22,111 | 55.1384 | 27.6905 |
41 | Pastavy, Belarus | 20,329 | 55.1168 | 26.8326 |
42 | Mar”ina Horka, Belarus | 20,211 | 53.509 | 28.147 |
43 | Pruzhany, Belarus | 19,246 | 52.556 | 24.4573 |
44 | Dobrush, Belarus | 19,194 | 52.4089 | 31.3237 |
45 | Bykhaw, Belarus | 17,611 | 53.521 | 30.2454 |
46 | Lyepyel’, Belarus | 17,511 | 54.8814 | 28.699 |
47 | Kalodzishchy, Belarus | 17,111 | 53.944 | 27.7823 |
48 | Mosty, Belarus | 16,213 | 53.4122 | 24.5387 |
49 | Shchuchyn, Belarus | 15,811 | 53.6014 | 24.7465 |
50 | Stowbtsy, Belarus | 15,611 | 53.4785 | 26.7434 |
51 | Lyasny, Belarus | 15,111 | 54.0072 | 27.6963 |
52 | Klimavichy, Belarus | 15,062 | 53.6079 | 31.9586 |
53 | Ashmyany, Belarus | 14,456 | 54.421 | 25.936 |
54 | Mikashevichy, Belarus | 14,111 | 52.2173 | 27.476 |
55 | Hantsavichy, Belarus | 13,911 | 52.758 | 26.43 |
56 | Novolukoml’, Belarus | 13,911 | 54.6619 | 29.1502 |
57 | Zhytkavichy, Belarus | 13,741 | 52.2168 | 27.8561 |
58 | Ivanava, Belarus | 13,725 | 52.1451 | 25.5365 |
59 | Zaslawye, Belarus | 13,611 | 54.0114 | 27.2695 |
60 | Shklow, Belarus | 13,596 | 54.2131 | 30.2877 |
61 | Drahichyn, Belarus | 13,500 | 52.1874 | 25.1597 |
62 | Haradok, Belarus | 13,491 | 55.4624 | 29.9845 |
63 | Fanipol, Belarus | 13,311 | 53.75 | 27.3334 |
64 | Khoyniki, Belarus | 13,311 | 51.8911 | 29.9552 |
65 | Nyasvizh, Belarus | 12,958 | 53.2189 | 26.6779 |
66 | Byerazino, Belarus | 12,911 | 53.8391 | 28.9879 |
67 | Horad Smalyavichy, Belarus | 12,627 | 54.0249 | 28.0894 |
68 | Braslaw, Belarus | 12,489 | 55.6413 | 27.0418 |
69 | Kastsyukovichy, Belarus | 12,057 | 53.3525 | 32.0514 |
70 | Byarozawka, Belarus | 11,911 | 53.7241 | 25.4971 |
71 | Baran’, Belarus | 11,711 | 54.4784 | 30.3159 |
72 | Lyakhavichy, Belarus | 11,611 | 53.0388 | 26.2656 |
73 | Mstsislaw, Belarus | 11,611 | 54.0185 | 31.7217 |
74 | Chashniki, Belarus | 11,595 | 54.8584 | 29.1608 |
75 | Talachyn, Belarus | 11,492 | 54.4087 | 29.6955 |
76 | Chavusy, Belarus | 11,424 | 53.8098 | 30.9717 |
77 | Zhabinka, Belarus | 11,032 | 52.1984 | 24.0115 |
78 | Skidel’, Belarus | 10,811 | 53.5904 | 24.2478 |
79 | Byelaazyorsk, Belarus | 10,802 | 52.4731 | 25.1784 |
80 | Myory, Belarus | 10,760 | 55.6222 | 27.6281 |
81 | Kastsyukowka, Belarus | 10,663 | 52.5387 | 30.9173 |
82 | Pyetrykaw, Belarus | 10,663 | 52.1289 | 28.4921 |
83 | Kapyl’, Belarus | 10,611 | 53.1516 | 27.0913 |
84 | Stolin, Belarus | 10,602 | 51.8912 | 26.846 |
85 | Lahoysk, Belarus | 10,432 | 54.2064 | 27.8512 |
86 | Lyuban’, Belarus | 10,218 | 52.7985 | 28.0048 |
87 | Staryya Darohi, Belarus | 10,205 | 53.0402 | 28.267 |
88 | Myadzyel, Belarus | 10,111 | 54.8789 | 26.9371 |
89 | Uzda, Belarus | 10,111 | 53.4627 | 27.2137 |
90 | Syanno, Belarus | 10,098 | 54.8108 | 29.7086 |
91 | Chervyen’, Belarus | 10,011 | 53.7059 | 28.4313 |
92 | Valozhyn, Belarus | 9,838 | 54.0892 | 26.5266 |
93 | Malaryta, Belarus | 9,803 | 51.7905 | 24.074 |
94 | Iwye, Belarus | 9,795 | 53.9299 | 25.7727 |
95 | Klyetsk, Belarus | 9,752 | 53.0635 | 26.6321 |
96 | Byalynichy, Belarus | 9,711 | 53.9994 | 29.7141 |
97 | Druzhny, Belarus | 9,089 | 53.6238 | 27.8977 |
98 | Vyetka, Belarus | 9,080 | 52.5591 | 31.1794 |
99 | Kamyanyets, Belarus | 8,811 | 52.4001 | 23.81 |
100 | Kirawsk, Belarus | 8,811 | 53.2693 | 29.4752 |
101 | Krupki, Belarus | 8,711 | 54.3178 | 29.1374 |
102 | Dyatlovo, Belarus | 8,411 | 53.4631 | 25.4068 |
103 | Astravyets, Belarus | 8,411 | 54.6138 | 25.9554 |
104 | Slawharad, Belarus | 8,411 | 53.4429 | 31.0014 |
105 | Dokshytsy, Belarus | 8,301 | 54.8918 | 27.7667 |
106 | Dubrowna, Belarus | 8,111 | 54.5716 | 30.691 |
107 | Hatava, Belarus | 8,111 | 53.7829 | 27.6407 |
108 | Machulishchy, Belarus | 8,111 | 53.7788 | 27.5948 |
109 | Cherykaw, Belarus | 7,985 | 53.5689 | 31.3831 |
110 | Hlusk, Belarus | 7,911 | 52.903 | 28.6845 |
111 | Karelichy, Belarus | 7,911 | 53.5648 | 26.1406 |
112 | Plyeshchanitsy, Belarus | 7,911 | 54.4235 | 27.8301 |
113 | Vyerkhnyadzvinsk, Belarus | 7,811 | 55.7777 | 27.9389 |
114 | Davyd-Haradok, Belarus | 7,805 | 52.0566 | 27.2161 |
115 | Chachersk, Belarus | 7,711 | 52.9164 | 30.9179 |
116 | Sharkawshchyna, Belarus | 7,611 | 55.3689 | 27.4686 |
117 | Krasnosel’skiy, Belarus | 7,411 | 53.2645 | 24.4301 |
118 | Kruhlaye, Belarus | 7,411 | 54.2497 | 29.7968 |
119 | Klichaw, Belarus | 7,311 | 53.4923 | 29.3356 |
120 | Loyew, Belarus | 7,111 | 51.9458 | 30.7953 |
121 | Vishnyeva, Belarus | 7,111 | 54.7102 | 26.5228 |
122 | Zel’va, Belarus | 7,111 | 53.1504 | 24.8153 |
123 | Svislach, Belarus | 6,997 | 53.0347 | 24.0983 |
124 | Lyozna, Belarus | 6,711 | 55.0247 | 30.797 |
125 | Loshnitsa, Belarus | 6,635 | 54.2796 | 28.7649 |
126 | Voranava, Belarus | 6,611 | 54.1492 | 25.3112 |
127 | Rakaw, Belarus | 6,411 | 53.9674 | 27.0562 |
128 | Ross’, Belarus | 6,311 | 53.2845 | 24.4034 |
129 | Krasnapollye, Belarus | 6,211 | 53.3353 | 31.3999 |
130 | Ushachy, Belarus | 6,182 | 55.179 | 28.6158 |
131 | Starobin, Belarus | 6,111 | 52.7267 | 27.4606 |
132 | Vyalikaya Byerastavitsa, Belarus | 6,011 | 53.196 | 24.0166 |
133 | Radashkovichy, Belarus | 5,811 | 54.1554 | 27.2412 |
134 | Rasony, Belarus | 5,511 | 55.9058 | 28.8135 |
135 | Chyst’, Belarus | 5,411 | 54.2698 | 27.1067 |
136 | Smilavichy, Belarus | 5,311 | 53.7496 | 28.0115 |
Belarus: Minsk
According to Abbreviation Finder, Minsk is the capital of Belarus. It lies in the middle of the country on the Swislatsch River, which later flows into the Berezina. 1.93 million people live in Minsk. It is also the largest city in the country.