📜 The National Library of Belarus is a prominent cultural center in Minsk, known for its unique rhombicuboctahedron architecture. It houses 8.6 million items and serves as an information, research, and sociocultural hub.
🔍 Founded in 1922, it was renamed the National Library in 1992, leading to its current distinctive building opened in 2006.
💎 Unique rhombicuboctahedron architecture
🏙️ Panoramic views of Minsk from observation deck
📚 Vast collection of 8.6 million items
🎭 Hosts exhibitions, events, and cultural activities
🗓️ Check for clean-up days (last Monday of each month, Dec 31) when the library or observation deck may be closed.
🎟️ Purchase tickets for excursions, observation deck, and exhibitions online.
🚌 Easily accessible by public transport (Underground Uskhod Station, trolleybus, bus).
💰 Tours cost Br1.30-Br8 per person; minimum Br16.90 for groups up to 15.
🕒 Library: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Observation Deck: Daily 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (last elevator 10:30 p.m.). Fitness Center: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Special workstations available for people with disabilities.
Last updated 9 days ago
We strive for accuracy, but errors may occur. Please verify key info.