Enjoying a relaxing weekend in Sula during August: Honey Spa treatments and making Santa Bread
Discover the rich culture and tradition of Belarus this summer at the Sula History Park! Located in the picturesque Stolbtsovsky District, Minsk Region, near the village of Sula, approximately 50-55 km from the capital, the park offers a unique glimpse into the country's history and folklore.
The park, which turns 19 this year, invites you to join its birthday celebration on August 16-17. For those who can't make it on that date, there's more to look forward to! The Sula History Park is hosting the Honey Spa Festival on August 2-3, and the "Svyatye khleba" event on the weekends of August 23 and 24.
On these special weekends, visitors can learn about the significance of the harvest in Belarusian tradition, enjoy various activities, and sample treats prepared by the talented cooks of Sulian. The Honey Spa Festival, also known as the Makovy or First Spa, marks the beginning of the Uspensky post and the time when vegetables can be eaten and honey is intensively collected and blessed.
To reach the park, you can take the Minsk-Brest highway (M1/E30) or the Minsk-Grodno highway (M6/E28). For those preferring public transport, bus routes operate to the park, and schedules can be found on the park's website. GPS Coordinates for the park are 53.738789, 26.883066, and NAVITEL Coordinates are 53°44′19′′N, 26°52′58′′E.
For those interested in organized tours, a "10,000 Years of Belarusian History" Tour can be booked for groups, with adults paying Br55 and children Br40. The entrance ticket to the park costs around 19 to 30 Belarusian rubles (BYN). One source specifically mentions 30 BYN as a reasonable price for adults, reflecting the services provided, while another lists about 19 BYN as the entrance cost.
The Sula History Park also offers a lottery for entrance tickets to its park's birthday celebration, with more details about the competition available on the park's social media pages. During the Knowledge Day event, prizes will be awarded to the most active and diligent students. The park has not made any specific mention of a "Knowledge Day" event, but unusual lessons in music and dance, history, Belarusian language, and other subjects are promised.
For those who want to save a bit on their visit, the entrance ticket prices for adults are Br40, for friends who are social media subscribers Br35, for children Br15, and preschoolers are free. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in Belarusian history and culture!
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Living a sustainable lifestyle while exploring the rich Belarusian culture could be possible at the Sula History Park. For home-and-garden enthusiasts, discovering the traditional ways of cooking and harvesting during the Honey Spa Festival and "Svyatye khleba" event, scheduled on special weekends in August, would offer valuable insights for a greener living.
