Dinbych

Dinbych is a rural locality situated in the northeastern part of Belarus, within the administrative boundaries of the Minsk Region and the district of Uholyov. The settlement lies approximately 120 kilometres east of the capital city Minsk and is accessible via a network of regional roads connecting it to the nearby towns of Byerazino and Orsha. Situated on the banks of the Svislach River, the village is characterized by flat agricultural plains interspersed with patches of mixed forest.

The first recorded mention of Dinbych dates back to 1631 in the expedition reports of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Throughout its history, the village has remained predominantly agrarian, with its economy largely based on crop farming and livestock rearing. In the Soviet era, a collective farm (kolkhoz) was established, which played a significant role in shaping local agricultural practices. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the land was redistributed, and private farming once again became the mainstay of the local economy. According to the latest census data released in 2020, Dinbych has an estimated population of 1,200 residents, which are mainly ethnic Belarusians and a small minority of Russians.

Dinbych retains several cultural traditions rooted in Belarusian folklore, most notably an annual folk‑music festival held in late summer, which attracts visitors from neighbouring villages. The local heritage centre, founded in 1995, houses historical documents, traditional costumes, and agricultural tools that trace the evolution of the village’s way of life. While the settlement has incorporated modern amenities such as a primary school and a health post, it continues to uphold strong community ties and a reliance on the surrounding natural landscapes for its livelihood.