Baranavichy
Sign in to saveBaranavichy or Baranovichi is a city in the Brest Region of western Belarus. It serves as the administrative center of Baranavichy District, though it is administratively separate from the district. As of 2025, it has a population of 170,817 and is the eighth largest city in the country.
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Baranavichy is a city in western Belarus that serves as the administrative center for its surrounding district, with a population of about 170,817 people as of 2025. It is the eighth largest city in Belarus and holds significance as a regional administrative hub in the Brest Region.
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16 sectionsContents
- History
- Early history
- Growth
- 20th century
- Demographics
- Geography
- Climate
- Transport
- Attractions
- Twin towns – sister cities
- Notable people
- Significant depictions in popular culture
- See also
- Notes
- References
- External links
Baranavichy or Baranovichi is a city in the Brest Region of western Belarus. It serves as the administrative center of Baranavichy District, though it is administratively separate from the district. As of 2025, it has a population of 170,817 and is the eighth largest city in the country.
The city is home to an important railway junction and to Baranavichy State University. It is characterized by a favourable geographical position and is a major junction of the most important railways and highways. It is close to the main gas pipeline, has a developed system of energy and water supply, and a favourable climate. A number of large industrial enterprises are located in the city, which is one of the most important industrial, cultural, and educational centers of Belarus.