This 1990 Soviet postcard showcases the Belarus Hotel, one of the iconic architectural landmarks of late Soviet-era Minsk.
What is shown on the postcard
The image depicts the high-rise, curved structure of the Belarus Hotel. In the foreground, a white passenger car and pedestrians are visible near the entrance. In the background, tourist buses are parked by the lobby pavilion. Lush green trees frame the right side of the view, and the stylized inscription ‘МІНСК’ is printed in the upper-left corner.
Historical note
The hotel design was developed under the supervision of architect L. Pogorelov. Construction took place between 1975 and 1987 on an elevated site near the Svislach River in the Storozhovka district. The 22-story modernist high-rise became a major local landmark, designed to host foreign and Soviet tourist delegations.
Present day
Today, the building retains its original silhouette but has undergone an extensive renovation that concluded in 2014. The modernization updated the facades and added a panoramic exterior elevator to the side of the structure.
Location (map)
Address: 15 Storozhovskaya Str, Minsk, Belarus
Coordinates: 53.915800, 27.550700
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the Belarus Hotel building on Storozhovskaya Street in Minsk.
Questions and answers
- When was the hotel constructed? The construction of the Belarus Hotel took place between 1975 and 1987.
- Who designed the hotel building? The project was developed under the leadership of architect L. Pogorelov.
- What changes were made to the building in the post-Soviet era? A major renovation completed in 2014 updated the building’s facades and added a panoramic elevator.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Minsk from 1990.
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