Algeria had a long history of colonization by the French. It won its independence in the famous revolution of the First November 1954, quite a bloody war that left scars. In spite of the brutality of the fighting and French attempts to suppress the independence movement, Algeria and France still maintain close ties, with many Algerians and people of Algerian descent in France and French still commonly spoken as a second or third language in Algeria today.

Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordered by Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania and Latvia. It has a rich and diverse history, culture and natural beauty. Belarus is known for its medieval castles, ancient forests, picturesque villages and friendly people. Belarus is also a modern and dynamic country, with a strong economy, a vibrant civil society and a thriving IT sector. Belarus is proud of its achievements and its aspirations for the future.
 

This country is much more than the home of Kafka fairytale forests and beautiful mountains are a nice addition to the charming cities that survived both wars and communism and the hearty and filling cuisine is just more reason to stay.

A pastoral and multi-ethnic country, only considered Balkan due to its cultural ties with Romania.