Mogilev

Minsk, the capital of Belarus, is situated 110 miles (177 kilometers) west of Mogilev.

Mogilev offers visitors a number of interesting spots to see. The Mogilev Museum of Art and Lenin Square are two good options.

Journeying in this part of Belarus is about discovering new things, so be sure to hit the road and check out a few of the other cities, towns and villages around Mogilev.

Tourists seeking special places of quiet contemplation, will enjoy visiting some of the area's monasteries. Journey into the past while you are in this area. Visit one of the old towns for which the area is famous.

Mix education and relaxation during your stay by joining one of the region's informative cycling tours and city walking tours. If you are not the type of traveler to take vacations simply to put your feet up, Belarus offers plenty of adventure activities such as tobogganing and hiking.

Try popular Belarus meals or drinks so you can discover the local culture. You will see that cabbage and pork are popular components of many local foods. Two of the regional favorites worth trying are halubtsy (meat wrapped in cabbage leaves) are machanka (thick soup). Kulaga (thick drink made from berries, flour and honey), a good way to finish your meal. Visitors who are not used to drinking alcohol will want to try miaducha (honey drink), a common drink in this region.

Sadly, vacations can't go on forever, so when it's time fly home, head to the nearest major airport in Minsk, 95 miles (153 kilometers) to the west.