Andrei Halias

Gostiny Dvor is a complex of unique historical buildings located in <a href="https://findit.city/en/belarus/minsk/leisure/tourism/sights/2/description">Liberty Square</a> in <a href="https://findit.city/en/belarus/minsk/leisure/tourism/sights/1/description">Upper Town</a> of Minsk. The construction of this architectural monument began in the 16th century, but major works were carried out in the 18th century when the provincial architect Fyodor Kramer reconstructed it in the style of Classicism.

Over time, the building has undergone numerous changes. In the first half of the 19th century, a trading gallery was added, and in 1909, the southwest part of the complex was rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style. This intricate architectural ensemble includes two- and three-story buildings with inner courtyards, making it attractive for both locals and tourists.

For a long time, Gostiny Dvor served as the city’s shopping center, where the best goods could be found in its shops and stalls. However, in the early 20th century, institutions such as the Minsk branch of the Azov-Don Bank and the merchant club were located here. In 1917, the building became an important center of political life, earning the nickname "Minsk Smolny" due to frequent party meetings.

Despite the destruction during the Great Patriotic War, Gostiny Dvor was restored and continues to serve as a symbol of Minsk. In recent years, the building has been fully renovated, preserving its unique historical appearance. Today, Gostiny Dvor not only decorates Freedom Square but also plays a significant role in the cultural life of the city, attracting tourists and locals with its shops, restaurants, and architectural beauty.

Visit Gostiny Dvor to feel the atmosphere of history and see how the past and present intertwine in one of the most beautiful corners of Minsk.

古斯廷德沃尔 是一个独特历史建筑群，位于明斯克的<a href="https://findit.city/cn/belarus/minsk/leisure/tourism/sights/2/description">自由广场</a>和<a href="https://findit.city/cn/belarus/minsk/leisure/tourism/sights/1/description">上城</a>。该建筑的施工始于16世纪，但主要工程在18世纪进行，当时省级建筑师费奥多尔·克拉默将其重建为古典主义风格。

随着时间的推移，建筑经历了许多变化。在19世纪上半叶，附加了商业画廊，1909年，建筑群的西南部分被改建为现代风格。这一复杂的建筑群包括有内院的两层和三层建筑，吸引了当地居民和游客。

古斯廷德沃尔长期以来一直是城市的购物中心，商店和摊位里可以找到最好的商品。然而，在20世纪初，像明斯克亚速-顿银行分行和商会等机构也在这里设立。1917年，这座建筑成为政治生活的重要中心，因频繁的党派会议而获得“明斯克斯莫尔尼”的昵称。

尽管在伟大的爱国战争期间遭到破坏，古斯廷德沃尔得以修复，并继续作为明斯克的象征。近年来，这座建筑经过全面修复，保留了其独特的历史外观。今天，古斯廷德沃尔不仅装点着自由广场，也在城市的文化生活中扮演着重要角色，以其商店、餐馆和建筑之美吸引着游客和当地居民。

参观古斯廷德沃尔，感受历史的氛围，看看过去与现在如何在明斯克最美丽的角落交织。