Card Obelisk of the heroic city of Minsk. Minsk, 1990

The Obelisk to the Hero City of Minsk, captured on this 1990 postcard, is one of the main symbols of the capital of Belarus and is dedicated to the heroic feat of the city’s residents during the Great Patriotic War.

What is shown on the postcard

The postcard depicts the Obelisk to the Hero City of Minsk, rising on a green hill. At its base, the sculpture of Motherland can be seen. Behind the monument, multi-story residential buildings, characteristic of Minsk’s late 20th-century urban development, are visible. The clear blue, cloudless sky emphasizes the monumental composition. The inscription “МІНСК” is present in the upper left corner of the postcard.

Historical note

The monument was erected in 1985 for the 40th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. It is part of the “Minsk – Hero City” architectural and sculptural complex, located on Pobediteley Avenue. The 45-meter-high obelisk is crowned with an image of the “Gold Star” medal, and at its base, a bronze figure of Motherland is installed, symbolizing the resilience and courage of the Belarusian people.

Present day

Currently, the Obelisk to the Hero City of Minsk remains a central element of the memorial complex and is an important landmark of the city. A park is laid out around the obelisk, and this site is often used for official events dedicated to Victory Day and other commemorative dates. The complex is harmoniously integrated into the modern urban landscape, continuing to serve as a reminder of Minsk’s heroic past.

Location (map)

Address: Pobediteley Avenue, Minsk, Belarus

Coordinates: 53.909700, 27.545800
(Google Maps)

Coordinate source: Geographical coordinates obtained from OpenStreetMap / Google Maps..

Questions and answers

• When was the Obelisk to the Hero City of Minsk erected? The monument was erected in 1985 for the 40th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.
• What does the sculpture at the base of the obelisk symbolize? At the base of the obelisk, a bronze figure of Motherland is installed, symbolizing the resilience and courage of the Belarusian people.
• What is the height of the Obelisk to the Hero City of Minsk? The height of the Obelisk to the Hero City of Minsk is 45 meters.

See also

• Minsk postcards
• 1990 postcards

The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Minsk from 1990.