Beshenkovichi

Beshenkovichi is situated on the river Western Dvina. It was first mentioned in the chronicles as a settlement in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania in 1460.

As for sightseeing, tourists often visit the park and palace complex of the Chreptowicz family (the end of the 17th century - the beginning of the 19th century).

In 1812 this place hosted Napoleon and then Alexander the Blessed. Here you can find the so-called Napoleon's oak tree (20 meters high, 2 meters in diameter, 400 years old).

One more interesting place for visiting is the Neo Russian Church of St Elias built in 1870.

Amateurs of history will appreciate the local history museum, and those who are keen on handicrafts will be surprised to know that Beshenkovichi has been the center of pottery for a long time.