Tour Twist the millstone: Zaslavl - Zhodishki

In the external appearance of Zaslavl, traces of a provincial town are traced. Frequent inter-war wars, changes of owners caused great damage to the city. Many historical monuments were destroyed. Only some of them have survived to this day. The historical center of Zaslavl is the center of an ancient city with preserved monuments of architecture and archeology of the 10th-19th centuries. and museum facilities. It includes most of the historical and archaeological reserve "Zaslavl", as well as the houses of individual, mainly old, buildings.

The Zaslavl Transfiguration Church is a place where history comes to life. Built in the 16th century, it preserves traces of different eras – from a Calvinist cathedral to an Orthodox cathedral church. Its high tower, massive walls, and remnants of former fortifications remind visitors of its defensive significance. According to legends, ancient underground passages beneath the church may have been used to store treasures. Today, the church remains active and attracts not only pilgrims but also history enthusiasts, as every detail holds incredible mysteries of the past. You can visit this unique church as part of excursion tours around Zaslavl.

The 100th anniversary was celebrated by the oldest steam mill in Belarus. Today it is an ethnographic complex "Mlyn", which attracts guests with its authenticity and unique atmosphere. And the local steam mill is on the move. This is not a dead museum exhibit - the mill can be started at any time in a job that it has been doing for a long time - from 1910 to 1996, serving the people of Zaslavl reliably, and not only them. In addition, three floors of the mill occupy the most interesting exhibits.

Zhodishki Estate is a historical architectural monument of the 18th-19th centuries, located in the Grodno region. The complex includes a manor house, a brewery, a water mill, and a park that has preserved elements of landscape gardening from that time. Over different periods, the estate was owned by noble families such as the Potocki, Laskarys, and Miloshevskys, who left their mark on its history. The main building is designed in a classical style with Baroque elements, giving it a majestic appearance. Today, the estate is partially preserved and remains an attractive site for history and architecture enthusiasts.

Zhodishki Church of the Holy Trinity is an architectural monument of Belarus, built in the early 17th century. Initially, it was constructed as a Calvinist temple but was later transferred to Catholics and rebuilt according to Catholic architectural canons. Its design combines elements of Renaissance and Baroque, while the interior is decorated with carved altars and frescoes. A Piarist monastery operated at the church, playing an important role in the educational life of the region. Today, the church continues to serve religious functions and attracts tourists with its history and architecture.