"Gomel / Homyel' City" Homyel' by Ujamaflip

Homyel' Travel Guide: 8 reviews and 11 photos

Gomel

Gomel is a city in the south-east of Belarus sitting on the river Sozh. Due to its proximity to Chernobyl, and the prevailing winds, it was one of the most affected cities during the Chernobyl accident in 1986.

The people of Gomel are welcoming and friendly, and the surrounding forests and villiages make excellent surroundings for walking and barbeques.

Last visit to Homyel': Sep 2004
Intro Updated Sep 13, 2004
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Reviews (7)

Victoria with dried fish and samagonka - Homyel'

Avoid Radioactive Food Warnings and Dangers (1)

A lot of radioactive fallout from the 1986 Chernobyl accident fell around Gomel (See this MAP). Many areas remain in the... more travel advice

Me dressed as a Soviet Officer enjoying some wine - Homyel'

Soviet Style Restaurant Restaurants (3)

Staro Vreme is a new, Soviet style restaurant located close to the city center of Gomel. The restaurant is split into... more travel advice

Belarussian Money Favorites (2)

The currency in Belarus is Belorussian Rubles. Booming inflation in Belarus has lead to a great reduction in the value... more travel advice

Sozh River Things to Do (1)

Despite being totally landlocked, Gomel offers swimming and relaxing on the side of its river, the Sozh. I`m not sure... more travel advice

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Nemorino Jan 11, 2009 at 11:06 AM

Must be a bit scary because of the Chernobyl connection, but otherwise this looks like an attractive place.
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yumyum Nov 8, 2008 at 4:40 AM

I hope to travel to Belarus one day! Am looking forward to meeting you at the Glühweinmeeting.
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tessy Oct 9, 2004 at 7:15 AM

Country side cooking looks great! Is this the hometown of Victoria? Looks great!
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tini58de Oct 4, 2004 at 10:05 PM

I have never heard of this place before, but enjoyed this little page very much! The barbeque looks good!!!!