This 1973 postcard features the “Belarus” Hotel in Brest, which was one of the central objects of the city’s infrastructure and a symbol of its post-war development.
What is shown on the postcard
The main part of the postcard shows the exterior of the “Belarus” Hotel – a multi-story building with a “ГОСТИНИЦА БЕЛОРУССИЯ” (HOTEL BELORUSSIA) sign on the roof, designed in the Soviet modernist style. In front of the facade is a wide pedestrian area with pathways and landscaping elements. Cars and pedestrians are visible. The upper right collage shows a fragment of the building’s entrance with concrete columns and steps, as well as a busy street with a bus and other structures in the background. The lower right collage displays the interior of a typical hotel room or lobby from the 1970s, complete with a television, furniture, and window curtains.
Historical note
Construction of the “Belarus” Hotel began in the late 1960s, and it opened its doors in 1971. The building’s design was developed by architect Valentin Volchek. At the time of its opening, “Belarus” was one of the largest and most modern hotels in Brest, intended to accommodate tourists and business guests. Its location on one of the city’s central thoroughfares emphasized its significance as an important element of Soviet-era urban development.
Present day
Today, the “Belarus” Hotel continues to operate as intended. The building has undergone a series of reconstructions and modernizations to meet contemporary hospitality standards. Despite the changes, it retains its main architectural features and remains a recognizable landmark in Brest’s urban landscape, continuing to play an important role in the city’s tourism infrastructure.
Location (map)
Address: Masherov Avenue, 15, Brest, Belarus
Coordinates: 52.094500, 23.687400
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates obtained from the address Masherov Avenue, 15, Brest..
Questions and answers
- When was the “Belarus” Hotel built in Brest? The construction of the “Belarus” Hotel was completed, and it opened in 1971.
- Who was the architect of the “Belarus” Hotel? The design of the “Belarus” Hotel building was developed by architect Valentin Volchek.
- What is the significance of the “Belarus” Hotel for Brest? The “Belarus” Hotel was one of the largest and most modern hotels in Brest of its time, and today it continues to be an important element of the city’s tourism infrastructure.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Brest from 1973.
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