City: Minsk
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The 10 Best Churches & Cathedrals in Minsk, Belarus
Serving as both the capital of Belarus and the headquarters of the Commonwealth of Independent States, Minsk is a hub of business and government. Although few older buildings survived WWII bombings and Stalinist construction projects, Belarusians are proud of their capital's long history and its continued cultural importance. The city boasts 16 museums, 11 theaters, and 139 libraries, including the National Library of Belarus, with collections housed in a towering glass geometric ball.
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1. St. Peter and Paul Church
2. Church of Saints Simon and Helena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,066 reviews
Reviewed By zich6 - Sagle, United States
The outside surface, brick is visually very pleasing but like most churches, it's the inside that really inspires. The main door is a massive, heavy affair with beautiful stained glass. The alter is sublime in its structure and materials.
3. Holy Spirit Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 377 reviews
Reviewed By michaeldS1905JJ - London, United Kingdom
The main. Belarus Orthodox Church is located on a hill in the Upper town area. Its a classic design surrounded by a square & a garden. Beautiful building clean Even standing outside it’s possible to hear choir music Worth a visit & easy to get to for its central location
4. Archcathedral Holy Name of the Blessed Virgin Mary
5. Holy Trinity Church
6. Church of All Saints
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
The Church of all Saints wasn't initially on my Minsk to do list when preparing my trip. I'm also surprised it's so low on TA list. But, being in Minsk for 2,5 days (which is more than enough) I disovered it and decided to visit - best decision I made. The Church is in the northeastern suburbs of the Belarus capital, on the way to/from the airport and pretty close to the ultra modern National Library which was on my list, so naturally I decided to combine it with it. Fastest and cheapest is to take the metro blue line and exit at Uschod station. From here in one direction is the Library, in the opposite the Church (10-15 min walk). In one word, the Church is fantastic - both outside and inside. It's huge with a central spire Dome adorned with several smaller ones, all of them with golden onion domes on top. It shines in it's whiteness with many golden decorations. From the moment you approach it you can tell it's new, finished only 10y ago, but they didn't spare on it. The interior will blow you away, among the best I've seen - the altar, floor, walls, stained glass, crypt,.... It's a memorial Church dedicated to all Saints. Beside that, unknown soldiers from WWI and WWII are buried there, as well the ashes of Chernobyl visctims, etc... Beware they close at 5 PM - we didn't know that so were lucky to enter 20 min earlier. Entrance is via the big staircase, all the beautiful wood carved-copper doors around are locked. I'm surprised the authorities didn't find space more downtown for this masterpiece. Surely many more people would visit it. Do NOT miss this.
7. St. Peter and St. Paul's Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By OlwynH_13 - Ipswich, United Kingdom
We visited this cathedral whilst in Minsk. There are no old buildings as the city was razed to the ground during WW2 This building has been faithfully restored and inside has a beautifl painted celing making it feel quit old. The Russians used this building as a resturant during their occupation as religions were banned. one church was used as a stable for horses! The locals were so joyful when they gained their independence and could worship freely once more.
8. Church of St. Mary Magdalene
9. Church of the Intercession of the Mother of God
10. Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul
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