Belarus, known as the "Land of White Russia," is a nation in Eastern Europe with a rich history and culture. It may be referred to as "White Ruthenia," which translates to "White Rus" in Belarusian, to signify its location in the ancient Kievan Rus. Another alternative synonym for Belarus is "Belaya Rus," which also means "White Russia" in Russian. Belarus also shares a Slavic connection with its neighboring countries, and is often called "Belorussia" and "Byelorussia," which mean "White Russia" in Ukrainian and Polish, respectively. Regardless of its synonym, Belarus is a fascinating nation with beautiful landscapes, friendly people and a unique cultural heritage.