Slutsk celebrates 900th anniversary this year

23 февраля 2016

Slutsk is home to the descendants of the founders of the art of weaving belts and successors of famous historical figures. This year, one of the oldest cities in Belarus - Slutsk - celebrates its 900th anniversary. It is symbolic that the anniversary coincides with the Year of Culture. The celebration started with a project Dedicated to Slutsk. The program includes jousting tournaments, dance festivals, open-air meetings with Belarusian writers.

Family holidays and contests will be held as well. For example, a competition will be organized among the most creative baby carriages.

Photo fans send their pictures devoted to a specific topic. For example, in December, photos of urban landscapes were accepted, in February there was a contest of patriotic photos.

A bronze sculpture of Anastasia Slutskaya will probably be installed in the historical part of the city.