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National Library of Belarus, Minsk

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Climb the observation deck at National Library of Belarus and get a panoramic view of Minsk. A diamond-shaped 23-story glass building symbolizes the value of knowledge stored in books. The library houses the largest collection of Belarusian printed materials and the third-largest collection of books printed in Russian. Light shows play across the building's facade at night. Amenities include reading rooms, library carrels, an Internet center, a children’s room, cloakrooms, and a fitness center. Put National Library of Belarus and other Minsk attractions into our Minsk online trip planner, and watch your holiday take shape.
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  • By Travelfreak_322
    The City of Minsk is terribly beautiful with all the Soviet Era Art ,the National Measeum, National Park, Castles and the Night life,the City is very much alive in the Night Must visit place to the...  more »
  • By McNamara_44
    Some 5 kms away from city centre, but right next to metro station. Nicely illuminated at night. Right next to a big shopping mall (Galileo).  more »
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  • By Olga Kulik
    Had very nice tour inside the library. Pleasant and knowledgeable guide.
  • By Grzegorz Hippmann
    Stunning views of Minsk from the top of the library. Must visit in the evening to see the colourful illumination.
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