Minsk, the capital and largest city in Belarus, is home to about 2 million people. During World War II, the city was virtually obliterated during heavy fighting, leaving much rebuilding to be done under the ensuing Soviet rule.
Fra Minsk reiseguide
Day 54
followed her directions into Minsk today as well as her advice ("don't hurry, we have strict police so ...
Posted in Coastin' Around by EdAndJames
Train travel in Belarus
I plan to visit Belarus with a friend in October. We will be flying into Minsk and then want to get to Grodno the next day. How do I get a train schedule and can I purchase tickets right before the train leaves or do they have to be purchased in advance. Thanks ...
Posted in Minsk to Hrodno by Train by btitle
Week 26, 22.Aug.09 - 28.Aug.09
22.Aug.09 Minsk, Belarus I'm sitting along the banks of the Svislach River in Janki Kupaly park here in Minsk, taking a rest from touring around this afternoon. I wandered around and saw some more sites - I'm not sure I can say Minsk has loads of "great" sites, but it sure has its fair ...
Posted in Around the World in 1 Year by rd wrld1yr