Novogrudok is the third city in the so-called silver ring belorussians cities. Novogrudok is one of the three capitals of the Middle Ages in Belarus (Nesvizh-Turov-Novogrudok).
In Novogrudok is one of the highest points of Belarus. In the early Middle Ages Novogrudok was the capital of Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the residence of King Mindovg. It is impossible to find out where the Great King was buried. However, there is a sepulchral stone in Novogrudok Mindovg. According to one version it is believed that the remains of King are in Novogrudok land.
In Novogrudok, on castle hill left the ruins of impregnable castle. Prior to the use of gunpowder in wars, the castle did not submit any of the attackers. He was captured only by Swedes. But then against the defender in the castle they used guns.
Novogrudok is famous for the fact that here was born the great Polish and Belarusian poet Adam Mickiewicz. The museum of the poet is working in Novogrudok. Together with the Polish side the museum is constantly being updated.
Like many ancient cities of Belarus since 2000, Knight festival is held in Novogrudok. Huge tents are placed directly below the Castle Hill. The culmination of the festival is always a mock capture of the castle with a lot of infantry soldiers. According to witnesses, the battle has no difference from the real one. Both sides fight ardently and fearlessly in the battle.
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