Abstract
The article traced the key moments of the transformation of the tribal settlements of Slavic-Krivichy in ancient early feudal town. The authors believe that the beginning of the formation of ancient Vitebsk as the administrative and political center is connected with the subordination of Kiev in the middle of the tenth century. This was facilitated by placing the city on important commercial artery - p. Dvina and this was created favorable conditions for the development of foreign trade. As an important administrative and commercial and economic center, the city at the same time served as a spiritual center, facilitate the spread of the Christian faith.
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