One of the symbols of modern Belarus is the Palace of the Republic in Minsk. This majestic building holds state, social and political events, concerts of classical music or pop stars, press conferences, festivals, business forums.
History reference
The construction of the Palace of the Republic began in the Soviet Union: in 1982 a competition was announced for the best project of the complex, and in 1984 Belproekt began work. The economic and political difficulties of the post-Soviet era led to the fact that the Palace of the Republic was opened only in 2002.
For several years of calm in the construction of the facility, the project has changed, and the Palace of the Republic in Minsk meets all modern requirements.
Description of the Palace of the Republic
The building of the cultural and social center looks like the Kremlin Palace of Congresses. It rises above Oktyabrskaya Square by forty-five meters, and goes underground by twenty. The area of the Palace of the Republic is thirteen hectares, its dimensions are 100 x 100 m.
The interior decoration of the lobby, halls and halls, designed in a classic style, captivates with its elegant luxury.
The Palace of the Republic in Minsk includes:
- large auditorium for 2700 people;
- small amphitheater hall for 470 people;
- two conference rooms for 100 and 200 people;
- government complex, which includes a conference room for 30 people,
- the press center.
The complex includes a 3D cinema, a bar for 30 people, located in the building and cafe "Palace".
The Great Hall of the Palace
The Great Hall of the Palace of the Republic in Minsk is its main attraction. The spacious foyer, where the wardrobe is located, leads to the hall with 2700 seats. Seats in the large hall are located in the stalls, amphitheater, balcony. The hall has side lodges (6), as well as 2 government ones.
From the balconies of the large hall you can go to the reception hall, its capacity is 1000 people. It can be accessed separately from the lobby. The reception room is rented for celebrations. It is located so that it can be used no matter what events are held in the Palace of the Republic. The hall often holds graduation points or New Year's celebrations.
Small Hall of the Palace
There is a fountain in the foyer of the small hall, and it can be rented separately from the hall itself. It often hosts exhibitions or corporate events, weddings.
The small hall of the Palace of the Republic in Minsk is designed as an amphitheater. It often hosts concerts or theatrical performances. The conference room is also convenient, and its lobby is ideal for coffee breaks.
From the lobby of the small hall you can go to the conference room. It holds various socio-political meetings, international conferences. The hall is equipped with special places for translators and equipped with a system for simultaneous translation.
Scenes of the large and small halls
Grid-fire scenes of the large and small halls are capable of transforming: bending over or falling through, is in the canopy mode.
The halls are equipped with the necessary equipment for translating speech into 8 languages of the world.
Cinema, karaoke bar, cafe "Palace" in the Palace of the Republic
As already mentioned, a 3D cinema with 350 seats is located in the Palace of the Republic. Modern equipment, comfortable chairs - this is all that is necessary for immersion in the magical world of cinema. At the entrance to the cinema hall there is a small cozy bar where you can wait for the start of the session.
Cafe "Palace" of the Palace of the Republic offers dishes of Belarusian and European cuisine. A cozy room in a classic style, live music will make the evening spent here unforgettable.
Another favorite vacation spot of Minsk youth is the karaoke bar, which is located in the Palace of the Republic. To get into it, you need to go into the complex from the side of the fountains.
How to get to the Palace of the Republic
One of the must-see sights of the Belarusian capital is the Palace of the Republic in Minsk. The address of the complex is October Square, 1. The easiest way to get to it is by metro, you need to get off at the Oktyabrskaya or Kupalovskaya stations. You can also use the services of ground transportation, for example, bus routes number 69, 91, 102.
The uniqueness of the Palace of the Republic complex
The Palace of the Republic is a unique structure. Here, both state-level events are held, and ordinary citizens and guests of the capital relax. If you look at the photo of the Palace of the Republic in Minsk, the building looks majestic and strict, but each of its guests will be able to feel the atmosphere of comfort and cordiality.
Concerts by the presidential orchestra or classical music, performances by world-class stars - The Palace of the Republic has become the country's main concert venue.
