Market Square
Belarus, Minsk, Freedom Square, 23
Description:
Market Square, or Freedom Square, in Minsk was formed in the XVI century as the administrative, commercial and cultural center of the city. Located on the bank of the river Svisloch.
Until the 1860s, it was called the Upper Market, until 1917 - Cathedral Square, and in 1917-1933 it was called the Dance of Voli.
On the square stands the City Hall (1582) and the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary (early XVIII century).
This place since ancient times played an important role in the life of the city. There were many merchants here, and goods could be exchanged freely.
The square hosted noble guests - Emperor Peter I, Marshal Dava, Hetman Mazepa, Polish kings. This is the heart of Minsk, which is popular with local residents and visitors.
There are legends about local wonders here. For example, here, with the help of prayers of the clergy, incurable patients were healed.
There is a beautiful view behind the square. There are souvenir shops where you can buy items of Belarusian antiquity.