Minsk City Gates
In the very heart of the Belarusian capital, opposite the train station, rise two majestic eleven-story towers known as Gates of Minsk. These architectural gems, built in 1953 according to the design of Leningrad architect Boris Rubanenko, represent a vivid example of Stalinist classicism. They not only complete the architectural ensemble of the square but also symbolize the post-war revival and... read more
Ворота Минска, улица Кирова
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