Brest Region

Belarus

International   Festival of Knights in Kamenets

June 2009

             
 

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Swords to fight!

 

Medieval history came to life in a fantastic show, that lasted 2 days in June 2009 in Kamenets, Belarus. Representatives of 20 knightly clubs of Belarus and Russia appeared in the streets of Kamenets, 40 km north of Brest, Belarus.

Alexander Shavel, head of the knighthood club "Snow Leopard" in Minsk, was the organizer of this flamboyant event.

The age-old tower of Kamenets that dates from the 13th century became the magnificent scenery for that remarkable knighthood show.

The guests were happy to have a chance to step back in time over 600 years. There were re-enactment shows, craft demonstrations, hands-on activities and lots more to amaze, excite and fascinate people of all ages!
 

 

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A bagpiper with the famous tower in the background.

 

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The general view of the knighthood encampment

 

   
 

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The dancing nice ladies of the knighthood greet the guests of the festival

 

 

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          Each moment was worth a snap! Even for the knighthood!  
     

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The tournament was the main event at the festival. Knights showed their combat skills

 

     
     

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Full spread Medieval crafts attracted the numerous guests of Kamenets

   
       

 

     
       
             
 

 

 

   
      Armour was on sale and one could even try it on and take a snap!  
   

   

   
      The painter attracted not only kids.  
             
   

In the archery range guests could try to shoot

     
         
             
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