Sharkovshchina, Luzhki, Germanovichi are three points on the map of Vitebsk region, preserving a unique heritage. The route starts in Sharkovshchina, where two contrasting temples await you: the brick church of the Joy of All the Sorrowful icon and the unique wooden Assumption Church, which has never been closed. In the agro-town of Luzhki, you will be greeted by the pearl of the "Vilno" Baroque - the Church of St. Michael the Archangel. Nearby there is an impressive 19th-century watermill, the ruins of a synagogue and the functioning Church of the Nativity of the Virgin with ancient icons. In Germanovichi, you will be enchanted by the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord, and in the Museum of Culture and everyday life in the building of an 18th-century manor, you will immerse yourself in the history of the region. This is a journey for those who value authenticity.

The church of the icon of "Joy of All the Sorrowful" in Sharkovshchina is an architectural monument of the late 19th century in the retrospective Russian style. Built of brick, it harmoniously combines red and white decorative elements. After many years of neglect during the Soviet period, the church was returned to the faithful in 1990 and completely restored.

Sharkovshchina Church of the "Joy of All the Sorrowful" icon.

Sharkovshchina.  The icon "Joy of All the Sorrowful" church.

The Holy Dormition Church in Sharkovshchina is a monument of wooden architecture dating back to 1912. The uniqueness lies in the fact that the temple was never closed, even in Soviet times. Inside, authentic icons of the XVIII-XIX centuries and two bells cast in Moscow in 1853 and 1856 have been preserved. Their ringing still sounds over the area today.

The Holy Dormition Church in the Sharkovshchina is a monument of folk architecture, built in 1912.

Sharkovshchina. Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary church

The Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord in the agricultural town of Germanovichi is a pearl of the Vilno Baroque and an architectural monument of the XVIII century. Built at the expense of Ignatius Shirin, the temple survived wars, closure and was revived. Today it admires exquisite Baroque altars, ancient paintings and is included in the list of historical and cultural heritage of Belarus.

The Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord in the agro-town of Germanovichi is an architectural monument in the style of the Vilna Baroque.

Germanovichi. The Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord.

The temple, built in 1926, is a striking example of national construction and preserves the spirit of the Old Believer faith.

The Holy Dormition Church in Germanovichi is a unique authentic example of Old Believer architecture.

Germanovichi. Old Believers Holy Dormition Church.

The museum, named after the artist Yazep Drozdovich, invites you to immerse yourself in the history of the region. The exhibition features ethnography, household items and unique works by the master. Festivals, workshops and a "Night of Museums" are regularly held here.

The Yazep Drozdovich Art and Ethnographic Museum. It is located in a former manor house of the 18th century.

Germanovichi. Germanovichi Museum of Culture and Everyday Life.

The Church of St. Michael the Archangel in the agro-town of Luzhki is the pearl of the "Vilno" Baroque. Built in the 18th century, it suffered a difficult fate: it was an Orthodox church, a warehouse, and now it has been completely restored. Its unique architecture with a concave facade and rich interior attract connoisseurs of history and culture.

The Church of St. Michael the Archangel is an architectural monument of the "Vilno" Baroque, an important architectural monument of the 18th century.

Luzhki. The Church of St. Michael the Archangel.

At the entrance to the agricultural town of Luzhki, there are ruins of a synagogue and a mikva (19th century). This place is closely associated with the name of Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, who was born here in 1858. It was he who dedicated his life to the revival of Hebrew.
To this day, only arched window openings, fragments of walls and remnants of wall paintings have survived.

The ruins of the synagogue in Luzhki.

Luzhki. The ruins of the synagogue.

The watermill in the agro-town of Luzhki is a unique monument of industrial architecture of the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. After the reconstruction in 1912, it acquired a modern look with brick floors on a stone foundation. Today it is a popular tourist destination that attracts fans of the history and culture of Belarus.

The watermill in Luzhki, built at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, is an interesting example of industrial architecture.

Luzhki. The watermill.

The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in the agro-town of Luzhki is a unique architectural monument dating back to 1700. The temple, which survived fires and reconstruction, combines features of Baroque and classicism. It has never been closed, preserving the ancient icons of the XVII-XVIII centuries. Today it is an important spiritual center and an object of cultural heritage of Belarus.

Acquaintance with the unique heritage of the Vitebsk region: Sharkovshchina-Germanovichi-Luzhki.

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