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- Dudutki - Slutsk - the museum of the History Slutskys belts
Belarus is a country with a rich history and magnificent architecture, with pristine nature and colorful personalities. Among other things, an honorable place in this list is also occupied by an authentic cultural heritage. Near Minsk there is a complex where folk craftsmen keep sacredly ancient handicrafts and technologies - Dudutki. And in the ancient city of Slutsk many centuries ago the Radziwills founded a manufacturing factory for the famous and unique Slutsk belts.
The excursion program - Dudutki - Slutsk - the museum of the History Slutskys belts
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Gathering the group
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Moving in Ptich (44 km)
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Museum complex of ancient national crafts and technologies Dudutki
Dudutki — the place where the Belarusian traditions and crafts will recover on your eyes. In the museum the most talented masters of blacksmithing, a solomopleteniye, weaving, woodworking, fulling work. Will not leave indifferent and ancient Belarusian recipes according to which here still cook bread, oil, alcohol and many other things. You will taste the most tasty products of local production. Besides workshops the only windmill in Belarus which will slightly open for you a curtain of a secret and fulfillment of desires remained here. Bright impressions will leave also rare models of retrocars. In free time in a complex it is possible to take a walk in a zoo and to sweep on horses.
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Lunch
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Moving in Slutsk (81 km)
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Factory of Slutsk belts
The "Slutsk Belts" Factory is the only enterprise where the unique weaving technology of the legendary Slutsk belts has been revived. During the tour, you will get acquainted with the traditional craft and see how artisan weavers create true masterpieces of textile art. You will witness the weaving process and have the opportunity to see replicas of original Slutsk belts recreated on modern equipment. Special attention is drawn to the rare Mageba loom, made to a custom order and unparalleled in the world. At the end of the tour, you will have the chance to purchase original souvenirs as a keepsake. -
St. Barbaras Chapel in Slutsk
Chapel of Saint Barbara in Slutsk – an elegant wooden church built in the traditions of ancient Russian architecture. A cozy and atmospheric place where you can touch history and feel a special spiritual energy. -
Church of Michael in Sluck
The Slutsk St. Michael's Church is a unique example of 18th-century wooden architecture, located in the historic heart of Belarus. This church captivates with its atmosphere of coziness and spirituality, preserving ancient traditions and unique architectural elements. An ideal place for those who appreciate beauty and history. -
Moving in Minsk (100 km)
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➥The end of the tour