Synkavichy - is a village of Zel’va district, Grodno region of Belarus. The main attraction of the village Synkavichy is Orthodox church of St. Michael the Archangel. This church is very unique and important monument of Belarusian architecture. This is one of the oldest temples of the defensive type in Belarus. Belarus has remained just a few temples defensive type, so each of them has a special significance for the cultural heritage of the country. Precise data on the date of construction of the church of St. Michael the Archangel in the village Synkavichy not preserved. At the moment, it is assumed that the temple was built in the late XV and the beginning of XVI century. According to some other versions of the temple could be built almost in the XIII century. In any case, this is a very ancient temple and one of the oldest surviving stone building in Belarus. By the way, the very Church of St. Michael the Archangel is a little away from the village Synkavichy.

Since 1960, the temple was used as a granary. At the end of the 20th century returned to believers and partially restored. Exterior restored perfectly and completely. The interior is still recovering. Church of St. Michael the Archangel in the village Synkavichy is now in good condition, while it continues to restore. This defensive-type temple is known not only as one of the most important architectural monuments of Belarus. In the church of St. Michael the Archangel in the village Synkavichy contains several icons known for their miraculous properties. It is also famous for its church and its bells, has a unique sound. In this temple beautiful acoustics, prayers, singing or the sound of bells can be heard equally well in every corner of the church.

Church of St. Michael the Archangel in the village Synkavichy included in many tourist routes and excursions. Tourists and pilgrims visit this temple is very active and always remain under the excellent impression, because it is very clearly felt the breath of the Middle Ages. In the village Synkavichy there are several other small attractions are the remnants of the two estates with a complex of farm buildings and distillery early 20th century. All these facilities are in very poor condition and are not of interest for tourists.