Tag: unusual monuments
Monument to Vladimir Korotkevich in Vitebsk
One of the attractions of the city of Vitebsk is the monument to the writer Vladimir Semenovich Korotkevich (Uladzimir Karatkevich). This memorial sign was installed back in 1994 at the intersection of Chekhov and Suvorov streets. According to the architect Rybakov, Korotkevich should...
Unusual memorial obelisk in the village of Boyarki
On the way from the urban village of Zheludok to Belitsa, you can see an unusual obelisk that rises near the P141 road, not far from the village of Boyarki. The first thought when you see this building is that in front of you is a memorial column of the clock of acceptance...
Unusual development in Novogrudok
Novogrudok is a unique city, rich in a variety of attractions, but for those for whom classical churches and museums are not enough, I suggest adding to the list of “what to see” - an unusual building of the first half of the 20th century. We'll talk about...
Monument to David Gorodensky in Grodno
Grodno confidently occupies a leading position in the number of attractions among all cities in Belarus. In addition to churches, castles, palaces and ancient buildings, there are plenty of monuments to prominent figures and significant persons. And this list is periodically updated, so...
Obelisk of Tyszkiewicz in the city of Svisloch
In the very center of Svisloch, a white obelisk rises, the history of which, like the city as a whole, is closely connected with the activities of Vincent Tyszkiewicz. The famous count and figure of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania owned a number of estates on the territory of Belarus. He owned a luxurious...
Monument to Prince David in the Stolin region
The central attraction of David-Gorodok is a monument to Prince David Igorevich, installed near the local House of Culture. It is believed that this Volyn and Dorogobuzh prince was involved in the founding of the city on these lands. The sculptor worked on the project of the bronze monument...
Monument to Frantish Bogushevich in the city of Smorgon
One of the attractions of the city of Smorgon is the monument to Frantish Bogushevich (Francishak Bagushevich), installed in the central park. The architectural sketch was developed back in the early 90s, but it was only in 2009 that the project was realized in bronze....
Former home of Bazyl Yatsko in 1911 in Svisloch
It is curious that one of the first sights of the agro-town of Svisloch, according to the documents, is not an ancient settlement at all, but a two-story house of the early 20th century. It was this building that was the first to receive the coveted nameplate "History-Cultural Kashtounasts". In many sources, the building is indicated ...
Where is the oldest school in Belarus located?
One of the unique sights of the city of Slutsk is the building of the oldest school in Belarus, built at the Calvinist church in the early 17th century on behalf of Janusz Radziwill. The first version of the school was made of wood and was located ...
The most beautiful balcony in Minsk in the house where Yanka Mavr lived
In the central part of the city of Minsk there is a small Myasnikova street, which is interesting for the building with probably the most, well, or one of the most beautiful balconies in the city. The house was built as a profitable building and completed by 1903 (Myasnikova street...