Baranavichy

Baranavichy
Баранавічы (Belarusian)
Барановичи (Russian)
Old Bank of Poland
Railway museum
Fire station
Protection Church
Baranavichy State University
Baranavichy
Location in Belarus
Coordinates: 53°08′N 26°01′E / 53.133°N 26.017°E / 53.133; 26.017
CountryBelarus
RegionBrest Region
First mentioned1706
City status1919
Area
 • Total
53.64 km2 (20.71 sq mi)
Elevation
193 m (633 ft)
Population
 (2025)
 • Total
170,817
 • Density3,185/km2 (8,248/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+3 (MSK)
Postal code
225320
Area code+375 (0)163
Vehicle registration1
Websitewww.baranovichy.by

Baranavichy or Baranovichi is a city in the Brest Region of western Belarus. It serves as the administrative center of Baranavichy District, though it is administratively separate from the district. As of 2025, it has a population of 170,817 and is the eighth largest city in the country.

The city is home to an important railway junction and to Baranavichy State University. It is characterized by a favourable geographical position and is a major junction of the most important railways and highways. It is close to the main gas pipeline, has a developed system of energy and water supply, and a favourable climate. A number of large industrial enterprises are located in the city, which is one of the most important industrial, cultural, and educational centers of Belarus.