Minsk is the largest city and is the capital of Belarus. It is an ancient town which can be dated back to 1067. According to its long history, Minsk was burned, ruined by the conquerors many times. However, the city has never failed to survive and rise from the ruins. This is why the city is often compared to the immortal bird Phoenix.
As an ancient town, Minsk has a lot to offer to tourists. The city is filled with magnificent buildings that represent architecture from different eras -16th century architecture, Grandiose Soviet-era architecture. Examples of marvelous Baroque architecture in Minsk include the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit and the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul. There are also other buildings that represent a unique architecture in Minsk, such as the Maryinsky Cathedral, Church of St. Mary-Magdalene and St. Stanislaus Cathedral. Apart from the unique architecture that you can explore, must-see attractions in Minsk are Victory Square, Mir Castle, Minsk Circus, and the National Museum.