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Festival «Honey Traditions of Polesie»
Festival «Honey Traditions of Polesie»
Autumn in Polesie is a time not only for the blossoming of nature, but also for a special event - the collection of on-board honey. Pripyatsky national park provides its guests with a unique opportunity to see how this happens during the festival «Honey Traditions of Polesie», which will take place this year October 19-20.
This festival provides a unique opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of an ancient craft passed down from generation to generation in the mysterious forests of Polesie. Visitors will be able not only to observe the honey collection process, but also learn many interesting facts about the Polesie wild bee, its unique features and salvation.
Festival program:
- meeting a hereditary beekeeper;
- stories about the Polesie wild bee and its rescue;
- visit to a workshop for making beads;
- forest walks to remote forest decks;
- purchase of honey;
- conference with the participation of scientists and beekeepers.
Don't miss the unique opportunity to plunge into the world of Polesie honey traditions! And to make your stay even more comfortable, we suggest booking rooms in the hotel complex Nad Pripyatyu.
Date: October 19-20, 2024.
Place: Petrikovsky district, ag. Lyaskovichi.
The events of the city Lyaskovichi / Pripyat National Park
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19 - 20 July 2025more
National Park «Pripyatsky» from July 19 to July 20, 2025 invites you to an exciting tour «Lord of the Rings». Immerse yourself in the amazing world of Polesia’s nature and become part of a unique adventure! Two full days of an intense program, during which you will get acquainted with rare birds, dive into post-apocalyptic landscapes, and witness nature in its pristine beauty.
What awaits you:
- A unique opportunity to see the nest of the black stork and observe its chicks.
- The chance to watch birds through binoculars and a spotting scope.
- Participation in research work: bird ringing of captured birds and photography.
- Breathtaking natural landscapes and incredible impressions!
This is your chance to observe one of the most colorful birds in Belarus – the European bee-eater. You might be lucky enough to witness the ringing process and even release a bird back into the wild after the study. Don't miss this opportunity. The bee-eater chicks will soon leave their nests, and the colony will be deserted. The next tour will take place only in a year!
Location: National Park «Pripyatsky».
Time: July 19 - July 20, 2025. -
12 - 13 July 2025more
Do you want to feel like a pioneer and touch the ancient history of Polesia? Then welcome to the festival «Archaeological Safari», which will take place at National Park «Pripyatsky» from July 12 to July 13, 2025!
Exciting archaeological adventures, thrilling quests, and unique discoveries await you!Festival Program:
- Excursion – take part in real excavations of an ancient Slavic settlement from the 8th–11th centuries.
- Exhibition of ancient artifacts – rare finds preserving the secrets of the ancient Poleshuks.
- Pottery-making master class – try your hand at pottery and create a clay vessel using ancient techniques.
- Artifact search quest – solve mysteries, find treasure, and collect gold coins.
Festival «Archaeological Safari» is a unique opportunity to feel like an explorer, uncover the secrets of the past, and enjoy the picturesque nature of Polesia. Unforgettable emotions, discoveries, and new acquaintances are guaranteed!
Location: National Park «Pripyatsky»
Time: July 12 - July 13, 2025.