Every Belarusian must visit Polotsk - P. Latushko

May 25, Vitebsk / Diana Kurilo - BELTA /. Polotsk is an exceptional place for the Belarusian nation and people, and every Belarusian should visit it. This point of view was expressed in an interview with a BELTA correspondent by Minister of Culture Pavel Latushko. The exceptional nature of Polotsk is predetermined by history itself. Belarusian statehood originated here, which formed the basis of modern Belarusian statehood. The names of Euphrosyne of Polotsk, Francysk Skaryna, Simeon of Polotsk are inscribed in golden letters in the country's history and are directly connected with the land of Polotsk. Polotsk is the place where the first printer of the Belarusian land was born, who created unique masterpieces of the printed word. In the Year of Books, it is important to remember this, added Pavel Latushko. The majestic Saint Sophia Cathedral was built in the Principality of Polotsk - Polotsk Sophia - a symbol of our spirituality, which was one of the three Saint Sophia cathedrals in Slavic lands. "Today it is important to remember our history, our roots. This is the basis for building modern statehood, a basis that directly influences the development of Belarusian culture," emphasized Pavel Latushko. In his opinion, every Belarusian should visit Polotsk. "This is necessary for our mentality, for fostering patriotism in our children. The anniversary celebrations are a great opportunity to visit this unique place of the Belarusian land again," the minister added. -0-