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About National Library of Belarus

The 23-storey National Library of Belarus is the pride of Minsk. It is a gigantic diamond shaped structure that houses the museum of rare books, art, and a beautiful Skydeck. The construction of the building was completed in 2006. It offers a spectacular view of the city from the top floors. The building also has a sculpture of Francysk Skaryna, an outstanding personality in the Belarusian history, next to it.

Must See

  • The Book Museum that houses more than 300 manuscripts and the earliest printed books.
  • 10 originals of the Bibles published in the16th Century.
  • The beautiful art galleries located in the building.
  • The open-air Skydeck; the view from here is breathtaking.

How to reach

Take bus routes : 25, 27, 34, 64, 77, 80, 87c, 89, 91, 95, 113, 145c, 165, 921

By Metro: Get to Uschod Station

Tips

  • There is a playroom to keep kids engaged.
  • The open-air Skydeck offers spectacular views of the city.
  • Visitors are expected to maintain silence
  • Not much to see, but a place to bit back and read the books.
  • Make sure you observe the architectural design inside the building.
  • Use binoculars to watch the city from the top. (binoculars are provided free of cost)
  • You need to get registered to enter the building.
  • Exhibitions take place monthly.

Visit Time

Monday: 10:00 am- 9:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Waiting Time

You may have to wait in queue for entry.

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds -0.13°C

 

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