Sights in Minsk

The monument to Maksim Bahdanovich, a famous Belarusian poet, was unveiled on December 9, 1981, to commemorate the 90th anniversary of his birth. This bronze figure, 4.6 meters tall, is located on a pedestal made of red granite and depicts the poet with his arms crossed over his chest and a bouquet of cornflowers in his right hand—flowers he particularly loved and wrote about in his... read more

The Monument to Yanka Kupala in Minsk is an outstanding work of Soviet monumental sculpture, erected in honor of the great Belarusian poet and playwright Yanka Kupala. It is located in the picturesque Yanka Kupala Park on the banks of the Svislach River and is one of the sights of Minsk, attracting many tourists and... read more

Fountain "Wreath" in Minsk, located in Yanka Kupala Park, is one of the iconic places in the Belarusian capital. Its recognizable sculptural composition harmoniously blends into the cultural landscape of the city, serving as a symbol of Minsk and a popular place to visit. Residents and guests of the city often come here for walks and photos, and images of the fountain can be seen on postcards,... read more

In Minsk, near the residential complex “Duna” at the intersection of Chyurlionis Street and Dzerzhinsky Avenue, stands a bright illuminated sculpture of a bison — a symbol of Belarus, installed in 2018. This massive figure quickly became a city landmark. Built on a durable metal frame from aluminum, the sculpture represents a monumental bison that is illuminated from within by numerous yellow LEDs as darkness falls. This lighting accentuates the animal’s power and grandeur, giving it a... read more

On the shores of the picturesque Drozdy Reservoir stands the amazing sculpture "Three Storks", which has become a true highlight of this place. The composition is located at the intersection of Pobeditely Avenue and Ratomska Street and looks especially stunning in the evening when the installation is illuminated and plays with lights. Even during the day, the trio of storks soaring upwards captures attention with its lightness and... read more

In 2018, impressive light figures of a moose and a calf were installed on Pritytsky Street, opposite the shopping and entertainment center "Skala." These original sculptures, creating the illusion of animals emerging from the forest, fit perfectly into the atmosphere of the Frunzensky District of Minsk. In the evening, when the illumination is turned on, the moose appear particularly romantic, creating a cozy and magical setting for walks and... read more

The "Coin" Sculpture is a unique art object, installed on September 21, 2020, near the office of the "Dabrabyt" Bank at 49 Kommunisticheskaya Street in Minsk. The author of this impressive composition is the renowned Belarusian sculptor Konstantin Kostyuchenko, with the project architects being Alexander Kobrusov and Vladimir... read more

The first public toilet in Minsk, built in 1912 in Alexander Square, is an interesting example of small architectural form in the "Empire" style. Legend has it that its creation is linked to a wealthy townsman who did not pay a young architect for the design of his country estate. The offended master, having received an order from the city authorities to build a toilet, decided to take revenge on... read more

The Fountain "Boy with a Swan" is not only the oldest fountain in Minsk but also the only pre-revolutionary sculpture that has survived in the city. Installed in 1874 in Alexandrovsky Square, it was erected in honor of the launch of the water supply system, which provided the city with clean artesian water. This event marked an important step in the development of Minsk's infrastructure and the... read more

In the very heart of Minsk, near the "Oktyabr" cinema, stands one of the most beloved and popular sculptures of the capital — the "Postman." This bronze figure, created by talented sculptors Vladimir Zbanov and Evgeny Kolchev with the participation of architect Yuri Gradov, was unveiled on September 9, 2005, in honor of the City Day. It was a gift from the "Iz ruk v ruki" publishing group and undoubtedly adorned the city with its unique style and... read more