Niezaliežnasci Avenue 110, Minsk
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At Niezaliežnasci Avenue 110 in Minsk, Belarus, stands a striking constructivist building that has served as a hydrometeorological observatory since 1935.
About this observatory
Completed in 1935, the building was designed by architect Ivan Valodzka in the constructivist style that defined much of Minsk's interwar architecture.
History
The observatory has since been designated a cultural heritage site of Belarus, recognised for its architectural and historical value alongside its scientific role.
Location & getting there
The building stands at Niezaliežnasci Avenue 110 in Minsk, Belarus, one of the city's main thoroughfares.
Visiting
As a working hydrometeorological facility housed in a heritage building, it's best to check current access arrangements locally before planning a visit; the building itself can be admired from the avenue.
See your named star from here
This observatory watches weather rather than stars, but Minsk still sits under the same sky as everywhere else. If you've named a star through Star Register, find its coordinates in our catalogue, or start your own with our naming packages.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
