Spot on the map: The Berezinskiy Biosphere Reserve

The Berezinskiy Biosphere Reserve is the pearl of the Belarusian Lakeland, which is world-famous as a benchmark of untouched nature not only in the CIS, but also in the whole Europe.

The peculiarity of the reserve is the neighborhood of 4 types of ecosystems at once: dense forests, rivers, meadows and swampy mires. At the same time, bogs cover about 60% of the territory of the reserve, being a part of the priceless natural wealth of Belarus, thanks to which the country is called "the lungs of Europe".

However, the treasures of the Berezinski Reserve are not only connected with bogs. For example, today it is the only place not only in Belarus, but also on the whole continent, where the famous Big European Five large mammals - bison, bear, elk, wolf and lynx - live: only here you can see all of them at the same time.

The huge area of the Berezinskiy Reserve - it is 131785 hectares! - inhabited by 56 species of mammals, 234 species of birds, 34 species of fish and 17 species of amphibians and reptiles. The rich flora of the reserve counts more than two thousand plant species, including 88 rare ones, included in the Red Book of Belarus.

Various types of eco-routes: hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing - pass through the main local attractions. In the reserve you can explore bear trails, climb the observation tower to capture a picturesque panoramic view, watch animals and birds. Water rafting enthusiasts are offered to learn the way "from the Varangians to the Greeks" by kayaking along the Berezinskaya water system.

There are also extreme excursions in the Berezinskiy Reserve. Armed with bog boots, binoculars and a flashlight, groups of visitors under the guidance of an experienced guide go to observe the grouse current.

In 2016, the first mythological tourism center in Belarus opened its doors on the territory of the reserve. To walk at night along the path of myths; to meet the traditional character of the reserve Bolotnik and his spirit friends Kikimora, Zyuza; to see singing mermaids and pass a real labyrinth - such a mythical excursion fascinates not only children, but also adults. Another place of attraction for tourists is the mythological museum, where you can make a "journey" on the World Tree.

You can learn more about the animals living in the reserve at the Museum of Nature. Its expositions present various species of mammals, birds and fish in life-size.

You can see the rich fauna of Belarus up close in the forest zoo, where the spacious enclosures house the inhabitants of the reserve: bear, bison, deer, elk, roe deer, wild boar, raccoon dog, fox, wolf and lynx. Birds have also taken a liking to the local zoo: storks nest here, and graceful swans swim in the pond.

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