Thousands of Belarusians and residents of neighbouring countries visit the health resort annually.

Whether they like the place can be seen from the reviews left by holidaymakers after their recuperation on Lepel land.

For instance, a resident of Minsk contacted the editorial office of the district newspaper. She recently completed her holiday at the military sanatorium and is eager to share her impressions of staying in this wonderful place.

The letter states: “People often arrive here barely able to walk. Various ailments prevent them from fully enjoying life. But after a week or two, you don’t recognise these people. Their health returns. They put on beautiful outfits and head to the dance floor… And they truly dance! Their dance embodies life, inspiration, and love! Their movements, the joy in their eyes, and even their enthusiasm are admirable. In the morning, you notice how briskly they walk to the treatment facility to undergo all the procedures prescribed by the doctor. The medical staff dote on everyone like a child. The atmosphere is calm, even conducive to sleep for some. I often hear words of gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and support staff:

My goodness, what bliss! I don’t need my trusty walking stick anymore. I can walk on my own without its help. My blood pressure was sky-high, I felt so unwell, and now I sometimes forget to take the medication prescribed to regulate it.

I am here for the ninth time and regret nothing. As they say, health is more important than money. Thousands upon thousands of patients come to the Lepel Military Sanatorium with hope. That their energy and vigour will be restored, and their pain will subside, at least for a while. And in fact, the seemingly incredible happens: illnesses recede, and mood, laughter, smiles, and even a slight playfulness return. One could stop here and say: "How one wants to live! The magical land of lakes