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Minsk, the capital of Belarus, is a city characterized by monumental buildings from the Stalin era, but still modern.
These Soviet-era monuments and Stalinist architecture are a major highlight in Minsk.
A 15 km long main line leading to the great Independence Square, also called Lenin Square.
The image of the imposing square is determined by the impressive headquarters of the KGB and the neo-Romanesque church of Saint Simon and Saint Helena, the "Red Church".
The architecture, the variety of cafes, bars, restaurants, museums, places, monuments and people coexist in an absolute way.
It's part of what makes Minsk so special.
Culture
Numerous museums, theaters and other cultural institutions are located along the Independence Prospectus.
Circus art in Belarus has a proud history dating back to the late 19th century, and is part of the reason why Minsk was chosen as the site of the first stationary winter circus in the Soviet Union.
The architectural ensemble of the avenue in Minsk is currently being considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read about Minsk in Wikipedia