Ruzhany
Ruzhany is a town located in the Pruzhany District of Brest Region in Belarus. Situated in the historical region of Grodno, it lies approximately 25 kilometers northeast of the district center, Pruzhany. Historically, Ruzhany was part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and later the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. It was a significant center of Jewish life for centuries, as well as a possession of prominent noble families, most notably the Sapieha family, who played a crucial role in its development.
The town's history is marked by periods of growth and decline, influenced by wars and political shifts
Today, Ruzhany is a small administrative center with a population that reflects the demographic changes of