Minsk Cathedral Mosque

Minsk Cathedral Mosque is the largest Muslim temple in Belarus, located at 29 Griboyedov Street. This significant religious and cultural center for Muslims was built in 2016 and became a gift to Belarusian believers from the Turkish Religious Foundation. The mosque project was realized based on historical drawings from the early 20th century, and its construction took over ten years. The architectural ensemble of the mosque includes a building measuring 25 by 25 meters, adorned with a dome 6.5 meters in diameter and a 37-meter minaret, where the muezzin calls for prayer. The interior space is decorated in the Seljuk style with calligraphic paintings and Greek motifs. The cladding is made of marble and granite, and the floors are covered with natural wool carpets. The interior combines elegance with the symbolism of Islamic art, creating an atmosphere of spiritual tranquility. The mosque can accommodate up to 1,500 worshippers, making it the most spacious Muslim temple in the country. In the basement, there is a museum dedicated to the centuries-old history of Muslims in Belarus. The museum's exhibition includes artifacts collected both in Belarus and abroad, telling the story of Islam's 600-year presence in Belarusian lands. Minsk Cathedral Mosque is not only a place of prayer but also an important educational and cultural center where lectures, conferences, and other events are held to promote interfaith dialogue and preserve the Islamic heritage in Belarus.