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Belarus, officially known as the Republic of Belarus, is divided into six administrative regions or voblasts in Belarusian. Here are the names of the regions and their respective administrative centers:
About Belarus
Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, sitting between Russia, Poland, Ukraine, Lithuania, and Latvia. Much of the country is covered by forests, rivers, and open countryside, so even the larger cities tend to feel calmer and less crowded than many other parts of Europe.
The country has a long history shaped by different empires, wars, and cultural influences from both Eastern and Central Europe. Minsk, the capital, is known for its wide avenues and Soviet-era architecture, while smaller regions are filled with lakes, farmland, and old towns that move at a slower pace.
Key Facts About Belarus
National capital: Minsk
Total population: 9,200,617 (Official Estimate 2025)
Total area: 207,600 km² (80,155 sq mi)
Currency: Belarusian Ruble (Br, BYN)
Bordering countries: Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia
Total states/provinces: 6 Regions (Oblasts)
Total districts/counties: 118 Districts
States/Provinces and Their Capitals in Belarus
Total states/provinces shown: 6
Combined population: Approximately 9.2 million
Combined area: 207,600 km²
| # | State / Province | Capital City | Region | Area (km²) | Population | Official Language | Time Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brest Region | Brest | Southwest Belarus | 32,800 | 1,315,000 | Belarusian, Russian | UTC+3 |
| 2 | Gomel Region | Gomel | Southeast Belarus | 40,400 | 1,357,000 | Belarusian, Russian | UTC+3 |
| 3 | Grodno Region | Grodno | West Belarus | 25,100 | 998,000 | Belarusian, Russian | UTC+3 |
| 4 | Minsk Region | Minsk | Central Belarus | 39,900 | 1,470,000 | Belarusian, Russian | UTC+3 |
| 5 | Mogilev Region | Mogilev | East Belarus | 29,000 | 1,000,000 | Belarusian, Russian | UTC+3 |
| 6 | Vitebsk Region | Vitebsk | North Belarus | 40,100 | 1,080,000 | Belarusian, Russian | UTC+3 |
Largest States/Provinces by Area
- Gomel Region - 15,598 sq mi (40,400 km²)
- Vitebsk Region - 15,483 sq mi (40,100 km²)
- Minsk Region - 15,405 sq mi (39,900 km²)
- Brest Region - 12,664 sq mi (32,800 km²)
- Mogilev Region - 11,197 sq mi (29,000 km²)
- Grodno Region - 9,691 sq mi (25,100 km²)
Most Populous States/Provinces
- Minsk Region - Population: 1,470,000
- Gomel Region - Population: 1,357,000
- Brest Region - Population: 1,315,000
- Vitebsk Region - Population: 1,080,000
- Mogilev Region - Population: 1,000,000
- Grodno Region - Population: 998,000
Smallest States/Provinces by Area
- Grodno Region
- Mogilev Region
- Brest Region
- Minsk Region
- Vitebsk Region
- Gomel Region
States/Provinces by Region
Western Belarus
- Brest Region
- Grodno Region
Central Belarus
- Minsk Region
Eastern Belarus
- Mogilev Region
- Gomel Region
Northern Belarus
- Vitebsk Region
Landlocked States/Provinces
All regions of Belarus are landlocked.
States/Provinces With Coastline
Not applicable - Belarus has no coastline.
UNESCO World Heritage Capital Cities
Minsk itself is not a UNESCO World Heritage capital city, though Belarus has several UNESCO-listed cultural and natural sites in different regions of the country.
States/Provinces Sharing an International Border
- Brest Region - Borders Poland and Ukraine
- Grodno Region - Borders Poland and Lithuania
- Vitebsk Region - Borders Latvia, Lithuania, and Russia
- Gomel Region - Borders Russia and Ukraine
- Mogilev Region - Borders Russia
Sources
- National Statistical Committee of the Republic of Belarus
- Official Website of the President of Belarus
- World Bank
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre
- CIA World Factbook
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