National Library of the Republic of Belarus

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Chuka Obi

Level 8 Local Expert

Beautiful view from the top...

Ro Duncan

Level 4 Local Expert

Views are spectacular

Kalidea

Level 11 Local Expert

A must-visit place if you are a tourist. The unusual architecture is impressive. There are interesting guided tours in the library itself, I recommend it. There is also an observation deck (separate entrance, not through the library). That's definitely worth a visit. Despite the fact that the playground is only on the 22nd floor (not that high, right?), it offers an almost panoramic view of the entire city. The entrance ticket costs very little — 10 rubles (for December 2024). In addition to the observation deck, you can visit an art exhibition and a small cafe where you can enjoy a cup of coffee with a view of Minsk.

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Aleksey P.

Level 20 Local Expert

**The National Library of Belarus** is an impressive symbol of modern architecture and the intellectual wealth of the country! The futuristic almaz building impresses with its scale and illumination, which turns it into a real art object in the evening. Inside there are endless book collections, cozy reading rooms with panoramic windows and an atmosphere inspiring immersion in knowledge. Be sure to go up to the observation deck — the view of Minsk from here is breathtaking! Modern technologies, attentive staff and well-groomed territory around make the visit comfortable and memorable. It is a must-visit for connoisseurs of culture, architecture and those who are looking for inspiration! 📚✨

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Ирина Бурцева

Level 5 Local Expert

A huge territory is adjacent to the library, there are Parking spaces. We were on the 22nd and 23rd floors of the National Library. There is a cafe on the 22nd floor, as well as an exhibition of Belarusian writers, and a viewing platform on the 23rd floor. It was raining, and I couldn't see anything from the height of the 23rd floor. I liked everything. Especially the cafe, the portions are huge, they wrapped up what they didn't eat. We recommend you to visit.

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Витус Питус

Level 13 Local Expert

I really liked the internal atmosphere in the library - there are a lot of exhibitions, and at the same time it is a real library. Nice congress center, interesting sculptures in the lobby. I definitely advise the guests of Minsk to visit the Library and the observation deck (there is a separate entrance). However, externally, the architectural solution is, to put it mildly, controversial. For example, it looked like a grenade to me...

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Данила Ванслов

Level 5 Local Expert

I visited the National Library in Minsk in May of this year. This place is definitely a must for tourists, even if books are not your main passion. The architecture of the building is the first thing that impresses – very unusual, futuristic, in the shape of a diamond. Honestly, not everyone likes the look, I personally found it interesting, but controversial. It looks especially cool in the evening with the backlight. Inside is a completely different matter! I really liked the atmosphere: it was quiet, spacious, there was a sense of scope and respect for knowledge. There are not only a lot of books, but also interesting exhibitions (both book and art), and I saw cool sculptures in the lobby. It feels like it's also a cultural center. Advice to the guests of Minsk: be sure to go to the observation deck! It has a separate entrance, not through the main library building (this is important). The ticket cost 10 rubles. The landing on the 22nd floor isn't that high, is it? But the view is amazing, almost panoramic, the whole city is in the palm of your hand, especially pleasant in May. There is also a cafe where you can drink coffee with a view. The elevator ride itself is also memorable. Minor disadvantages: there were quite a lot of people on the site in May, so I had to wait a bit at the entrance. And inside the library, at first you get a little lost because of the size.

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Павел Максимов

Level 24 Local Expert

Greetings from Russia!!! I was in Minsk in April 2025. This library is not located in the city center, far from the main attractions. The building is a giant, impressive in its size,looks beautiful from the outside, pleasantly impressive, a huge public space next to the library and within walking distance of the shopping center. I didn't go inside the library, I prefer to look at the buildings from the outside. Be sure to visit and take a look at the library of Minsk . It is located next to the Vostok metro station

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Амели

Level 14 Local Expert

If you want a cool overview of Minsk, go here. I recommend visiting the library in the evening, when the lights of the city begin to glow. Admission is discounted for schoolchildren , students and others of 5 p categories , for the remaining 10 . See the work schedule on the off-site , you get to the observation deck by a glass elevator , an exciting sight! There is a cafe and an art gallery of modern Belarusian artists on the 22nd floor, and there are free lenses for observing objects on the site itself. The views are amazing! The staff is polite and attentive, I recommend it to everyone!!!

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No Yes

Level 21 Local Expert

I really liked the National Library, the spacious halls, and the atmosphere of the Soviet-era reading rooms. There is a huge selection of literature for all tastes, you can stop by for a guided tour. The building itself is a separate architectural masterpiece that stands out from others on Independence Avenue.

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Илья Тырса

Level 9 Local Expert

Amazing diamond-shaped architecture! There is a subway and a huge mall nearby. I would like to mention the observation deck. I expected more. Although the view is magnificent of the city, everything is covered in protective glasses, so it's hard to see. I had to stand on tiptoe to see something properly. There are binoculars. The view of the city is simply amazing with how many forests there are! There are so few buildings and so much greenery - it's very beautiful! A panoramic elevator leads to the observation deck.

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Александр Н.

Level 12 Local Expert

It is a very interesting landmark in Minsk, I recommend everyone to visit it if you are staying in Minsk. It's interesting to take a glass elevator and go to the observation deck. A place where you can combine business with pleasure, and go to the observation deck, admire the city from a height and go shopping in the shopping center. I recommend.

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Екатерина Касперович

Level 15 Local Expert

Excellent viewing platform — it offers a magnificent view of almost the whole of Minsk! 🏙️ It is especially pleasant that there is a cozy cafe nearby with delicious cuisine and friendly staff. An ideal place to enjoy the atmosphere of the city and have a delicious meal. 🍽️

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Екатерина К.

Level 7 Local Expert

This is not only a library with a huge selection of literature, but also a beautiful building with a magnificent view from the observation deck! beautiful and fascinating. Despite the height, it's warm upstairs. there is a large pair of binoculars, thanks to which you can better see the nearest attractions (a description of which is on the site)

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Александра К.

Level 10 Local Expert

It's just great, a great place to work, read or study, lots of good books, a big bathroom, clean and beautiful. There is a piano, we visited Galleries, there is a museum. We paid only 5 Belarusian rubles for two people for a reader's ticket, spent 2 hours there, but we would like to visit every day.

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VekovSergey

Level 13 Local Expert

Interesting architecture, a large selection of books, many halls where various events take place. It's quiet, cozy, and you can read in peace. There is a cafe. On the other side, you can climb to the observation deck, which offers a wonderful view of the city.

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Борис Бобриков

Level 11 Local Expert

The business card of Minsk. I really liked it, it's a pity we didn't get to the observation deck because of the strong wind. It's very cozy, comfortable and thoughtful inside. Lots of computers for study/work. Polite staff. It's a bit of a confusing system with access cards, but it's necessary, so it's necessary ;)

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Виктория Борисовна

Level 7 Local Expert

Very beautiful. We were on the observation deck and it was breathtaking. There is also a cafe on the 22nd floor, where you can have coffee and eat. The prices are (surprisingly) low. We ordered coffee in the Bolivian style and glass, very tasty. There are many locations for photos.

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Барсик Мур

Level 13 Local Expert

I definitely recommend you to visit! Great place! The observation deck is just a fire! Very beautiful. There is also a cafe where you can eat and drink a cup of delicious coffee. The inside of the library itself is very beautiful and interesting.

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Вячеслав Михайлович Крамаренко

Level 14 Local Expert

Okay, but somehow everything is expected. It is interesting to see Minsk from a height and see wide avenues and beautiful Soviet architecture, not typical Khrushchev buildings, but interesting columns, powerful buildings and figures on roofs and facades. If you like the delights of architecture, then you need to start from here, and then walk around the center.

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Аркадий Бон

Level 10 Local Expert

It's a very interesting and beautiful place. We went up to the observation deck initially. Beautiful view of Minsk. There's a gallery below where you can see paintings and go to a cafe, which we did. Near the library, you can walk along the pond, there is a large shopping center nearby. The library can be easily reached by metro, which is a 5-minute walk away.

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Вика Цух

Level 7 Local Expert

Amazing view of the panorama of Minsk. We were a little unlucky with the weather: it was quite cool, so we left the site quickly enough. By purchasing a ticket, you get access to the observation deck and the floor located under the platform.: There's a lovely cafe there, I highly recommend it. The menu is simple, but everything is very tasty, the portions are large, they cook quickly.

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Екатерина Филатова

Level 16 Local Expert

It's a very beautiful building, both inside and out. We were on the observation deck, there is a great view of the city in all directions, there were few people on the weekend at 18, there was enough room for everyone. There are also free telescopes. There is no need to wait for the elevator, everything works very quickly, people are quickly allowed through in groups. There were only positive impressions from the visit.

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Ольга Федотова

Level 5 Local Expert

I definitely advise everyone who visits Minsk to visit. Be sure to take a guided tour of the library, not just a visit to the observation deck. The tour is sooo interesting, even an 11-year-old child was impressed. Everything is very modern and technologically advanced, with a reference to the way it was before. The climb to the observation deck is also impressive

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Вера С.

Level 12 Local Expert

The huge complex was not even expected, because the photo does not show the real scale of the building and the area it occupies. We went up to the observation deck of the 23rd floor - the views of the city are spectacular! Then we went to a cafe on the 22nd floor and had a snack. Delicious, the price tag is restaurant. The waiter speaks Belarusian quickly, which causes some difficulties in communication. Not all guests of the city know the national language. It would not hurt to switch to Russian if you see that you are not understood. Otherwise, I liked everything!

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Анна

Level 15 Local Expert

A beautiful modern building with an unusual shape. They hold various educational events. There is an observation deck on the 23rd floor, and a cafe on the 22nd floor. Spacious hall, comfortable sofas, souvenirs are sold

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Константин Мамин

Level 22 Local Expert

A truly majestic and beautiful building, both outside and inside. Everything is perfectly clean. Near the writers' park and the river. It is located at the Minsk metro station Vostok. Clean, mowed lawns. Not a single trash can.

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Фамилия Имя

Level 7 Local Expert

Clear. Carefully. Creative layout. Comfortable furniture. Lots of space. There are many services, programs, exhibitions. Attention to every visitor. There is a buffet, cafe, ATM, information kiosk. There is a lot of space. 👍

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Дарья Дарья

Level 5 Local Expert

A great place to relax your soul. Everything is beautiful and pleasing to the eye. The library, there is a climb to the observation deck, opposite the Lighthouse of Minsk is a square with many cafes and a playground, next to the Dana Mall and Pershy National!!!

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a-shatl13

Level 10 Local Expert

We often rent auditoriums for various events. Convenient location, affordable price, and everything in the main architectural wonder of the country. But of course, security is probably the only point that is very annoying. She was clearly recruited from military institutions, where entry is strictly prohibited. Of course, the management should tell them that people can and should be allowed into the library. On 08.12.24, there was a conflict with the head of security, a short round uncle with a red face clung to literally every visitor. He accosted us because of the tripods, claiming that this was a professional shooting technique. Moreover, we did not have cameras, we shoot our events on the phone so that everyone would be in the frame. The evil uncle guard said that you can shoot on the phone, but tripods are not allowed)). He comes up with rules on the go)). We went to the information center, where a nice girl explained to us what can be filmed and what can not be (books). In general, in our case, according to her, access is open to us, and she personally went to the checkpoint to notify the head of security about this. But my uncle did not give up. Principles!! For some reason, expressively, as at the blackboard, he told us that he had been working in security for 14 years and that just anyone would not pass him. And we, the very "random" residents of the Republic of Belarus, taxpayers, for whose taxes that same evil uncle receives a po. Oh well.. A little later, a policeman came out to us, and lo and behold!, he began to ask the head of the guard why he would not let us in. Apparently, he's already got everyone there, both visitors and employees. But my uncle turned out to be completely impenetrable, we already wanted to invite the library management, but we already felt sorry for our time and we still handed over the tripods to the wardrobe, since they did not even fit into the storage room. In general, the head of the guard drank blood and spoiled the day, diligently creating a lot of inconvenience for us. Dear leadership of the main building of the country, pay attention to the situation. You have thousands of tourists, guests of the capital. Well, it's just a shame to bring someone from the guests there so that the day would not be spoiled along with the memories of the tour. Yes, of course, security should perform its function. But it's not the first year that we've been your guests and there have been a lot of conversations with the guards, but they always understand the situation and kindly let them through. But this is the first time we have such a case, perhaps this head of security is a new person, if so, then in vain! Please take action.

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Марго

Level 20 Local Expert

It is a magnificent building with a viewing platform. There are fascinating excursions and lectures, as well as souvenir shops and cafes. The territory of the complex is well maintained, there is a park and a promenade nearby.

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Владимир

Level 19 Local Expert

The National Library of Belarus impresses with its modern architectural design and majestic structure. It is a convenient space for work and reading, as well as a variety of events and exhibitions that are held regularly. The site offers access to unique resources, including rare books and documents. The library is a real symbol of Minsk, its unique shape and style attract the attention of both locals and tourists. Panoramic windows offer a magnificent view of the city, which makes the visit not only useful, but also aesthetically pleasing. In general, this place is not only a repository of knowledge, but also a dynamic cultural and educational center that plays an important role in the life of Minsk and Belarus.

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Маргарита Хахалева

Level 7 Local Expert

Belorussky Almaz is the most interesting place in Minsk. The National Library of Belarus impressed with its unusual shape and content. The tour was interesting and informative. The view from the observation deck of the library , the elevator and the cafe left pleasant impressions . 😊

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Гаянэ Оганесян

Level 7 Local Expert

A must-visit, it's very beautiful, the observation deck on the 23rd floor cost 540 rubles, the opening was at 12, we were at 12, there weren't many people, it was very convenient, there was a cafe on the 22nd floor, it was very atmospheric to sit by the window and drink coffee, 2 salads, a good portion, coffee and lemonade cost 1200 rubles, my son and I liked it. 👌

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Анна Навичонок

Level 6 Local Expert

I was present here with my daughter at an event during Biblionoch-2025. The large-scale, grandiose building, architecture and design are impressive. The service is excellent. At one time, we raised money for its construction, which I do not regret. It has become a magnificent and modern center of Belarusian culture, which I recommend everyone to visit.

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Светлана

Level 14 Local Expert

It's a beautiful building, lots of unusual books, and it's fashionable to spend a lot of time at the museum to explore everything. Well, there are always some exhibitions, and it's a great place for those who like to spend time culturally.

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Катерина Самойлова

Level 16 Local Expert

Great library! The original building. We have registered a reader's ticket for 5 years. Interesting exhibitions are held here. There is a very nice observation deck on the 23rd floor. The whole city is in full view!

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Петя Бабик

Level 8 Local Expert

The best place I've been so far. The library design is top notch! Everywhere there is no dirt at all, the floors are already shiny. There are a lot of chairs and sofas that are so soft that you literally drown in them. The staff is very polite and talkative. They will always tell you what and where. There are thousands of books here. There are many places where you can read, or rather they are everywhere. A must-see place for tourists! By the way, while I was walking here, I saw only 5 people reading.

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mr._.robot

Level 21 Local Expert

An unsurpassed masterpiece. A brilliant idea. A magical atmosphere in which time passes unnoticed. Convenient service, staff, warm, air-conditioned rooms. Cozy and comfortable. Sorry I couldn't find the toilet)))

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Сергей К

Level 18 Local Expert

We were on the observation deck. The price is affordable. Beautiful view of Minsk. There's a cafe upstairs, but we haven't been. Also on the floor with a cafe there is an art gallery with photos of the sights of Belarus.

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Анна

Level 5 Local Expert

I visited the observation deck, it was very convenient that I could make a phone call and find out all the nuances of this tour: the specialist told me everything competently and clearly. The ticket office has very friendly staff, the tour didn't take long, but it was very spectacular! Thank you very much!

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Ирина Царева

Level 12 Local Expert

The observation deck on the 23rd floor is the top location in Minsk in my opinion. If you come in the evening, you can spend the sunset, then have a delicious snack in a cafe on the floor below with a beautiful view of Minsk, and then return to the observation deck and admire the night city (no one was kicked out at 23 o'clock). It feels incredible 🔥

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Карина Лесникова

Level 20 Local Expert

It's a great place! We were only in the tourist format, and went up to the 22/23 floors. There is a very wonderful cafe on 22, you can have a good meal and relax. There is an observation deck on the 23rd, the view is gorgeous

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Люба Перцева

Level 8 Local Expert

A magnificent building, an amazing observation deck, although it's cramped, there are a lot of people. Spectacular photos are taken near the building. There is a small souvenir shop, I bought a couple of cool pieces.

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Риса Лонг

Level 12 Local Expert

The library itself was not visited, there were New Year's holidays and events were held there. But I recommend going up to the observation deck and looking at Minsk from a height of 23 floors. Very impressive. And then walk through the gallery with interesting and beautiful paintings and drink coffee with dessert in the cafe on the 22nd floor.

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Наталья Сысоева

Level 11 Local Expert

The National Library of Belarus impressed with its scale. The National Library of Belarus has more than 10 million items in its collections. Spacious reading rooms, all kinds of literature. There is also a book museum! An interesting place!

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a-rybachenko

Level 19 Local Expert

A grandiose and unusual building, on top of which there is an observation deck. Great views of the city, especially in good weather. Unfortunately, they are not allowed into the library itself, only with reader's tickets, you can see the building inside from the lobby. The observation deck makes up for everything in full.

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Ирина Петрова

Level 15 Local Expert

Interesting building, unusual shape, very large, beautiful territory. There is an observation deck at the top, climbing to the 23rd floor. In the library itself, you can also buy a one-time entrance ticket and walk around the building.

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дмитрий соловов

Level 8 Local Expert

A very unusual library. We were on the observation deck. It's not very high up and there are mostly modern buildings around. But the library itself is very interesting and must-visit. Nice cafe on the 22nd floor.

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Ксения

Level 16 Local Expert

It's a beautiful building, and everything is on fire in the evening. There is an observation deck, which is reached by a panoramic elevator to the 23rd floor. On the 22nd floor there is an art gallery and a cafe. There is a paid passage inside the library, so we decided that the observation deck was enough for us.

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National Library of the Republic of Belarus

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