Astraviec

Astraviec is an administrative center in the Grodno Region that manages and coordinates several surrounding villages. The town has a pronounced rural structure with extensive agricultural landscapes and multiple smaller settlements spread across the territory.

The settlement became part of the Russian Empire following the Third Partition of Poland in 1795 and later went through periods of Polish and Soviet control. These transitions shaped the development and administrative structure seen today.

The town serves as an administrative center for several surrounding villages, each maintaining distinct local traditions and community structures. Visitors can observe how these settlements form a connected rural network across the region.

The town sits in a flat, agricultural region and is most pleasant to visit during warmer months when the roads are in better condition. Having a vehicle is recommended to explore the scattered villages and sites across the area.

A major nuclear power facility was built near the town in the early 2010s to supply energy for the region. This project fundamentally changed the economic importance of the area and turned it into a significant energy hub for Eastern Europe.