Upper Town (Vierchni Horad) is the historical center of Minsk, a unique place where centuries-old history and the cultural heritage of Belarus come together. It is located in the heart of the capital and includes several significant streets and squares. The History of Upper Town The... read more

Minsk Town Hall is one of the most significant historical and architectural structures in the capital of Belarus, symbolizing municipal self-governance and development. Located on the Liberty Square in... read more

The Cathedral of the Descent of the Holy Spirit, located in the Upper Town on Liberty Square in Minsk, is an... read more

The Archcathedral of the Holy Name of the Saint Virgin Mary on Liberty Square in Upper Town of Minsk, built between... read more

Liberty Square in Minsk is one of the most significant historical places in the city. Located in the Upper Town by the Svislach River, it has served as Minsk's administrative, commercial, and cultural... read more

Bernardine Monastery in Minsk is a historic architectural monument of the 17th century, located in the Upper Town on read more

Next to the House Church of Saint Cyril of Turov in Minsk, there is a bronze sculpture by Alexander Valentinovich Dranets. It depicts the Apostle John the Theologian, one of the 12 apostles and the author of... read more

On Liberty Square in Upper Town of Minsk, opposite the read more

In the historical center of Minsk, at Liberty Square, stands the "City Scales" sculpture, installed in April 2014.... read more

Fountain "Heritage", located at Liberty Square in Minsk next to the Cathedral, is an atmospheric and picturesque... read more

In Minsk, at the main entrance to the Holy Spirit Cathedral, a bronze monument to the first Patriarchal Exarch of all Belarus, Metropolitan Filaret, has been erected. The unveiling of the monument took place on... read more

The House Church in honor of Saint Cyril of Turov, located at Zybitskaya, 25A in Upper Town in Minsk, is an important spiritual and educational center of the Minsk Theological Academy. The church was... read more

Gostiny Dvor is a complex of unique historical buildings located in Liberty Square in Upper Town of Minsk. The... read more

Archangel Michael Monument, installed in 1996 near the Church of Saints Simon and Helena in the center of Minsk, holds an important place among the city's landmarks. The 4.5-meter-tall bronze figure depicts the Archangel striking a winged serpent with a spear. The monument is set on a low,... read more

General Description Minsk Horse Railway Museum opened in 2017 in the Upper Town of Minsk. The exhibition is located in the historic building of the former Bernardine Monastery and offers an... read more

Sculpture "The Architect" in Minsk is one of the most famous works by Belarusian sculptor Vladimir Zhbanov. Installed in 2007 in honor of the Independence Day of the Republic of Belarus, it symbolizes the architectural development of the city. The composition reflects the evolution of Minsk... read more

The Fountain on Independence Square in Minsk is one of the city's bright decorations, becoming its calling card. Built in 2006, it is a glass dome crowned with bronze sculptures of three soaring storks,... read more

Belarusian State Academy of Music is a key higher educational institution in the field of musical art in Belarus, founded on November 15, 1932, as the Belarusian State Conservatory. The modern academy building, constructed in 1958 on read more

The Church of Saints Simon and Helena, also known as The Red Church, is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Minsk. This Catholic church is located on Independence Square, next to the read more

Independence Square in Minsk is the largest and one of the central squares of the Belarusian capital, boasting a rich history and cultural significance. Its construction began in 1933 based on a project by the renowned Soviet architect Iosif Langbard. Initially, it was called Lenin Square,... read more

Lenin Monument on Independence Square in Minsk is one of the most famous and largest monuments of the former Soviet Union, which still serves as an important historical and cultural symbol of Belarus.... read more

House of Government of the Republic of Belarus is one of the largest and most significant buildings in Minsk, playing a key role in the administrative life of the country. Located on Independence Square,... read more

Nagasaki Bell is a monument erected in Minsk at Independence Square in September 2000. It is located next to the Red... read more

Fountain "Youth", located in the picturesque Edward Voilnovich Square, near Independence Square and the Church of St. Simeon and St. Helena, is one of the most romantic corners of Minsk. The man-made... read more