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VIII International Festival of Ethnocultural Traditions «Zov of Polesie»
VIII International Festival of Ethnocultural Traditions «Zov of Polesie»
Every two years, the agricultural town of Lyaskovichi hosts the festival of ethnocultural traditions «Zov of Polesie» which is aimed at preserving and popularizing the ethnocultural traditions of Polesie, studying and supporting the rich historical and cultural heritage of the region, and strengthening creative ties of border regions. In 2024 the festival will gather guests for the eighth time on August 20.
In the festival program:
- performances of professional and authentic groups;
- operation of interactive platforms;
- master classes from artisans;
- a variety of games and attractions.
In addition, the festival will present the original culture of the Poleshuks: their folk holidays, crafts, folklore and rituals.
Time: August 20, 2024.
Place: Gomel region, Petrikovsky, Lyaskovichi village.
Accommodation: Hotel complex «Nad Pripyatyu».
The events of the city Lyaskovichi / Pripyat National Park
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18 - 19 October 2025more
Pripyatsky National Park invites everyone to the «Honey Traditions of Polesia» festival, which will take place October 18-19, 2025. This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the ancient traditions of Polesia and witness the age-old ritual of harvesting wild-hive honey, the true «Polesian gold». In autumn, the forest fills with the aromas of fading herbs, autumn leaves, and fresh honey, creating a truly magical atmosphere.
Beekeeping (Bortnictvo) is not just apiculture but an ancient craft passed down in Polesia from generation to generation for over a thousand years. It has become part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage and remains a vital part of local beekeepers' lives.
What awaits you at the festival:
- Immersion in the traditions of Polesian beekeeping;
- A visit to a hereditary beekeeper (bortnik) who will share ancient honey-harvesting methods;
- A tour of the workshop where you’ll see how traditional log hives (borti) are crafted;
- A forest walk to remote wooden hives and observation of the traditional wild-hive honey harvesting process;
- A visit to an abandoned village with post-apocalyptic landscapes;
- A trip to a classic apiary with traditional beehives;
- Tasting of aromatic Polesian honey in a honey workshop paired with fragrant herbal tea;
- An opportunity to purchase unique forest honey directly from beekeepers.
This festival is a rare chance to witness traditional honey harvesting, breathe in the scents of the autumn forest, fading herbs, and the rich aroma of fresh honey. Dive into history, discover the philosophy of bortniks’ lives, and taste this unique natural gift!
Join us on a journey into the world of ancient traditions!Location: Pripyatsky National Park
Date: October 18 - October 19, 2025.