The author of this book L.V. Alekseev is known for his works on the ancient history and culture of Belarus. This book introduces readers to archaeological finds extracted from mounds and hillforts located along the banks of the Western Dvina and the upper reaches of the Dnieper, with peculiar architectural structures of Belarusian cities, with complexes of ancient estates. A special section of the book is devoted to the remains of the ancient path "From the Varangians to the Greeks" (X century.).