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Along the narrow streets of history
A corner of the old city - Minsk of the 19th century - is comfortably located in the very center of the capital. Narrow cobbled streets, low houses, unusual layout - all this is the Trinity Suburb. And it’s simply impossible not to come here!
In those distant times, when the city was just beginning to grow, people settled in the suburbs that surrounded the upper city and the castle. One of the largest Minsk suburbs was Troitskoye. It was separated from the old part of the city by the Svisloch River, but already in those distant years, roads and bridges were built here, and communication with the city was constant. Regarding the name of the suburb, historians suggest that it arose in the 15th century. The suburb was named Trinity because there was a defensive redoubt of the Holy Trinity (from the Church of the Holy Trinity).
This suburb was also called Trinity Mountain; it arose in the 12th-13th centuries and until the 19th century was considered a suburb of Minsk. It was impossible to locate the city center here - the terrain was inconvenient for defense. In the 14th century, the Ascension Monastery was erected here, at which there was a wooden church, on the site of which Anton Maslyanka built a stone church in 1620. People began to settle around the monastery. In the 15th-17th centuries, earthen ramparts were built around this territory and ditches were dug.
The suburb was made of wood until the 16th century. It was connected to the city by a road, and later by a bridge. In the second half of the 16th century there were already two bridges. It was after the construction of the bridge that trade picked up, the suburb began to develop much faster, and the main street Troitskaya was built. Now it bears the name of Maxim Bogdanovich, and before that it was called M. Gorky and Alexandrovskaya. Along Troitskaya Street you could get to Svisloch, and from there along the Khlusov Bridge to the Lower Market, which was the oldest shopping area in Minsk and was located next to the Castle. In the 16th century, Trinity Street became a continuation of the main city street of Nemiga.
In the place where the beautiful opera house now stands there used to be the Trinity Market. A school was opened in the suburb itself in 1771; it operated at the Moorish monastery. In 1809, there was a big fire in Troitsky, after which a women's diocesan school and a theological seminary were built here (now it is the Suvorov School).
The Trinity Suburb gradually became a kind of center of attraction for various segments of the population. Here, in one of the houses, populists gathered and meetings were held. In addition, there was a city shelter founded in 1892. In winter, homeless people lived here and made their living on Trinity Mountain and the Lower Market. The nochlezhka stood next to the Alexander Bridge. In addition, not far from Svisloch there was the first public city bathhouse in Minsk, which was destroyed in the 1960s.
On the outskirts of the Trinity Suburb - on the very banks of the Svisloch - one of the oldest mills in the city operated. The city authorities did not want to maintain it themselves, since it required a lot of money, so they rented it out. Written information has even been preserved that in 1838 the “four-stone water-powered flour mill on the Lower Market” was leased on a security of 3,815 rubles for 12 years.
The Trinity suburb was inhabited mainly by artisans, merchants or military men - in general, people of the middle class. It was here that the famous poet Maxim Bogdanovich was born, and for some time the family of Yanka Kupala lived here.
The most destructive years for the Trinity suburb were the 1930s and 1940s. At this time they destroyed a large number of buildings of the Ascension Monastery, a Catholic cemetery of the 16th-18th centuries, an ancient street that ran along the Svisloch. The Great Patriotic War also contributed to the destruction of the suburb. Demolition of buildings continued after the war.
The reconstruction of this area began by accident. In 1962, Nikita Khrushchev arrived in Minsk. During the tour, he asked where the historical center of the city was and what was there now. The owners of the city were confused, since there was nothing to show the Secretary General. This became the impetus for the restoration of the Trinity Suburb. True, restoration work began only twenty years later - in 1982. They were conducted until 1985. The guards do not approve of the result of these works - the spirit of antiquity, the soul of the suburbs, has disappeared. But still, this place is one of the most beloved in the city, despite its decorativeness.
In Trinity Suburb there are a large number of cafes, shops, souvenir shops and museums. Among the latter, the Museum of Belarusian Literature, which is located on M. Bogdanovich Street, stands out. There is a branch on Starovilenskaya Street State Museum history of theater and musical culture of the Republic of Belarus (living room of V. Golubka). In addition, the Maxim Bogdanovich Literary Museum has been opened in the Trinity Suburb.
Having visited the Trinity Suburb, it is impossible to pass by the Island of Tears. This island is a monument to fallen soldiers. It was opened in 1996; it was originally intended as a monument to the soldiers who died in Afghanistan. Now the Island of Tears is intended to remind of all the natives of Belarus who died in wars on the territory of our country and beyond its borders. The central element of the memorial is the chapel; it resembles the Church of St. Savior, built by Euphrosyne of Polotsk. The base of the monument consists of figures of mothers mourning their sons. The angel also mourns the heroes who did not save them. The authors of the memorial were sculptor Yu. Pavlov and architects M. Korolev, T. Koroleva-Pavlova, V. Laptsevich, G. Pavlova, A. Pavlov, D. Khomyakov. From here - from the Island of Tears - there is a beautiful view of the Trinity Suburb, the Upper Town, as well as Pobediteley Avenue
- Location: Bogdanovicha street
- Year of construction: XVII-XIX centuries; XX century
- Style: classicism, eclecticism
Map of Trinity Suburb
Photos of Trinity Suburb
Trinity Suburb is a picturesque medieval quarter on the banks of the Svisloch River in the very center of Minsk. Cozy streets and stylized houses with tiled roofs in the Trinity Suburb have become one of the main symbols of the capital, today representing part of the historical reconstruction of Minsk.
A little history
The name of the suburb most likely comes from Trinity Church, founded by Grand Duke Jagiello. By the way, this was the first Catholic church in Minsk. Another version indicates the existence toponym "Trinity Mountain", from which the suburb received its name. The settlement of Trinity Mountain arose in the 12th-13th centuries. on a hill near the Svisloch River. In ancient times, the suburb was a shopping center where roads from Vilna, Polotsk, Smolensk, and Mogilev intersected, and from the end of the 16th century, the city’s largest trading platform, the Trinity Market, was located here.
The suburb was built up with wooden houses in which artisans, traders, peasants and military men lived. The ancient layout of the suburb disappeared at the beginning of the 19th century. after a big fire and was restored in stone. In the 30-60s of the twentieth century, individual buildings of the suburb and entire streets were destroyed. In the 1980s and early 2000s, restoration work was carried out to recreate the architectural appearance of Minsk.
Trinity Suburb today
In 2004 it was started historical reconstruction Trinity Suburb, which over time was included in the Old Town complex. After restoration it turned into a natural museum under open air, where you can see stone buildings from the 19th century. In 2009, the square where the market was located several centuries ago received the historical name Trinity Mountain. The National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater of Belarus, built in the 1930s, is also located here.
What to visit and where to go? Top 10 Must-See
Trinity Suburb is a tourist mecca of the Belarusian capital, where you can see what Minsk looked like several centuries ago, as well as get acquainted with cultural heritage Minsk. So, we present to you Top 10 Must-See.
Living room of Vladislav Golubok
Trinity Suburb is a small museum island. And the first such object is a branch of the Museum of the History of Theater and Musical Culture of Belarus called "". Do you want to know about the theatrical life of the 20th century, as well as the fate and Interesting Facts from the life of the first People's Artist of the BSSR V. Golubok, then you should go to the “Living Room of Vladislav Golubok”.
At the Museum of the History of Belarusian Literature, you will be immersed in the classical literature of Belarus. You will learn how young poets and writers started; among them I would like to highlight the names of such glorious Belarusian sons as Vasil Bykov and Maxim Tank, Vladimir Korotkevich and Rygor Borodulin. Among them are unique collections of manuscripts, memorial items of Belarusian writers, photographs, rare books, documents, ethnographic materials and works of art by Belarusian sculptors and artists.
House-Museum named after Maxim Bogdanovich
The literary house-museum named after Maxim Bogdanovich will tell about the short but very fruitful life of the poet. It is no coincidence that the museum is located in the suburbs. The fact is that it was in the Muschei’s house that the future talented poet was born. Maxim Bogdanovich returned to Minsk only a year before his death. Bogdanovich's fate is tragic - from the age of 18 he suffered from tuberculosis and died at the age of 25. The poet spent the last days of his life by the sea, in Yalta, where he went at the insistence of his friends, but this could no longer save him. Upon entering the museum, you will have the opportunity to attend an open lecture or a museum-pedagogical lesson that will be interesting not only for children, but also for adults.
Bookstore "Vyanok"
It is no coincidence that the bookstore "Vyanok", stylized as a bookstore of the 19th century, is named after the Belaur word "Vyanok". This was the name of the only collection of poems by Maxim Bogdanovich published during his lifetime. Maxim Bogdanovich is a poet of the highest culture. He read in the original and translated into Belarusian Horace and Ovid, Heine and Schiller, Verlaine and Pushkin. He proved that the Belarusian language is not only a “peasant” language, that it can express the highest ideas, the most subtle feelings.
There is no way to get around the monument to Maxim Bogdanovich, which is located in the park of Paris Commune Square, next to the National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater. Maxim stands at full height and with his gaze follows everyone who deigns to pay attention to him.
House of Nature
I would immediately like to note the building in which the House of Nature is located. It is unique in that here at the end of the 19th century. there was a synagogue. Women and men prayed separately from each other, thereby dividing the synagogue building into two parts: male and female. Today, in the building of the former synagogue, there is a House of Nature, which in an accessible form will help to open interesting secrets in the world of flora and fauna of planet Earth.
Sculpture "Girl with an Owl"
Today the sculpture “Girl with an Owl” is an unspoken symbol of the Trinity Suburb. The sculpture represents a girl holding an owl in her hand and standing barefoot on a fern. One wing of the owl is curved (the owl seems to be protecting the girl with it), the second is wide open (the owl shows them the way). Three blossomed buds lie on a fern leaf, and a lizard sits near them. The sculptural composition is located on a large boulder, next to which there are two more. Even with this sculpture urban legend connected. They say that near this sculpture, every poet must choose what is more important for him: a girl personifying the muse, a paparazzi - a symbol of glory, an owl - a symbol of wisdom, or a lizard personifying wealth.
Gallery of crafts "Slavutas" and "Slavuta masters"
In the gallery you can purchase original and high level souvenirs. In addition, in the Slavutyya Maistrya crafts gallery you can buy Belarusian belts, wooden and leather products, as well as paintings. Secondly, the seller’s story captivates you so much, his eyes sparkle so much that it is impossible to tear yourself away from the souvenirs and interrupt his story. And at the same time, sincerity is visible.
Pharmacy "Troitskaya"
The pharmacy in the Trinity Suburb in Minsk is not officially a museum, but still invariably attracts tourists. Why? There is no pharmacy museum in Minsk, and the pharmacy in Troitsky Suburb is the only place in the city where they can tell about the history of the development of pharmacy in the capital and give a general idea of the pharmacies of the past. On the shelves of the pharmacy you can see samples of dispensary utensils, scales, old medical and pharmaceutical books. The equipment of pharmacies in Belarus was not inferior to that in other European cities of that time. The modern pharmacy in the Troitsky suburb of Minsk has a good selection of medicinal herbs. Tourists can come in, get acquainted with the interior of the building, purchase something from what is available and take a photo with the pharmacy building in the background.
The monument to the “Eternal Wanderer,” as Yazep Drozdovich was called by his friends and acquaintances, was erected on August 6, 1993. The sculptural composition represents the figure of Yazep Drozdovich walking along the road in peasant clothes and with a staff in his hand, with an easel slung over his shoulder.
Yazep Drozdovich (1888 - 1954) - an outstanding Belarusian artist, graphic artist, sculptor, folklorist, local historian, ethnographer, archaeologist and writer. The personality of Yazep Drozdovich is a symbol of the Belarusian spiritual Renaissance. He was even called the “Belarusian Leonardo da Vinci.” He embodied the image of Belarusian nature in a series of graphic works “Disnevschina” and tone drawings “Nature of Belarus”. He created a series of works depicting ancient castles and other architectural structures of historical and cultural value.
Yazep Drozdovich is the first Belarusian artist who touched upon the theme of space in his work. On his canvases, the artist depicted life on other planets (“Life on the Moon”, “Life on Mars”, “Life on Saturn”, etc.).
Yazep Drozdovich resumed the long-forgotten tradition of painting wall hangings. These paintings are unique and it was they that brought Drozdovich world fame. Today his collection is located in Zaslavl. It was in those places that he worked as an archaeologist, and at the same time he collected and processed common words and expressions for dictionaries, recorded folk songs and rituals. Drozdovich was also a talented sculptor.
Attractions near Trinity Suburb
Next to the Trinity Suburb there is a memorial complex "Island of tears". On the opposite side of the Svisloch the Nemiga region begins, and Upper town. Not far from the Trinity Suburb there are Palace of Sports, and National Exhibition Center"BelExpo".
No. 1 If you walk around the Trinity Suburb, be sure to stop by a cozy restaurant with antique interiors or a coffee shop stylized in the 19th century, where you can relax after a busy walk around the city and have a delicious meal :) Among them, you can name, for example, restaurant "Trinity Suburb", "Karchma Traetskaya", Souvenir Shop...
No. 2 In the summer, the only one in Minsk operates on the banks of the Svisloch restaurant on the water, on board of which you can enjoy picturesque views of the city, as well as try dishes of Belarusian cuisine.
No. 3 Do you want to feel the charm of romantic Minsk? Then you should take a catamaran ride along the Svisloch. Get a lot of impressions. We guarantee :)
Often otherwise called Trinity Mountain, it is a historical district of the Belarusian capital in the northeastern part of the historical center of Minsk, on the left side of the Svisloch River.
Once upon a time, Trinity Mountain was the commercial and administrative center of the city. Today this place belongs to those few areas of Minsk in which buildings dating back from six to a couple of centuries have been preserved to one degree or another.
History of Trinity Suburb
The name “Trinity Estate” comes from the Trinity Church (built in the 16th century) or from the Church of the Holy Trinity, built here at the beginning of the 16th century. It is believed that the first stone church was built here, which was built by order of King Jagiello in 1390.
In the XVI-XVII centuries. Around the Trinity Suburb, ditches were dug, flooded with water, and earthen ramparts were poured.
At the same time, there was one of the tile production centers here. This is evidenced by fragments of tiles and molds for extruding designs found by archaeologists.
The houses were built of wood, and mostly middle-class people settled and lived in the suburbs - merchants and artisans, peasants and military men.
After a big fire in 1809, the Trinity Suburb acquired its current appearance - square blocks and streets intersecting at right angles.
Then, in the center of the suburb, Trinity Square (now the Parisian Commune Square) was developed, where markets were held every Sunday.
After World War II, Minsk was almost completely destroyed, but it was decided to restore the Trinity Suburb only in 1962.
Many architectural elements such as gates, wrought iron fences and stairs were lost, and individual buildings and interiors were restored from scratch.
Unfortunately, to this day only one block has been completely preserved, showing the typical buildings of the 19th century, but, nevertheless, people continue to live and work here.
What can you visit?
Despite the fact that Trinity Suburb has long been a beloved place not only for the native residents of Minsk, but also for visitors, here, in addition to large tourist groups, taking pictures against the backdrop of landmarks or small houses, you can also see the newlyweds.
In this corner of Minsk you can see interesting sculptures dedicated to famous personalities, stroll along small streets, along cobblestone roads, plunging into the 19th century.
Here you can see what old Minsk looked like then - with small architectural monument houses with high tiled roofs and colorful facades, and at the same time get acquainted with the cultural heritage of the capital of Belarus.
Branch of the State Museum of the History of Theater and Musical Culture of Belarus “Vladislav Golubka’s Living Room”
Vladislav Golubka is one of the founders of the professional Belarusian theater. This museum has 10 exhibits and 1 exhibition hall. Often the museum hosts a large number of different events - from meetings with interesting people to musical evenings and conferences. There are also small interesting exhibitions here.
The museum is located on Muzykalny Lane, 5, open from 9:00 to 18:00, exposition - 10:00 to 17:00, tickets can be bought at the box office from 10:00 to 17:00. The museum is closed on Sunday.
On the first Saturday of every month, you can visit the museum for free.
- Ticket price for adults is 15,000 Belarusian rubles.,
- for students 10,000 Belarusian rubles,
- for schoolchildren and vocational school students 8,000 Belarusian rubles.
- Battle representation of 10,000 Belarusian rubles.
State Museum of the History of Belarusian Literature
The museum opened in 1991. Expositions and exhibitions are updated here very often, which reveal to visitors different aspects of the centuries-old history of Belarusian literature.
The museum is located on the street. Bogdanovicha, 13, open from 9:30 to 17:30 (the ticket office is open until 17:00), the museum is closed on Sunday.
- Ticket price for adults is 3000 Belarusian rubles,
- for pupils and students 2000 Belarusian rubles.
- On the second Saturday of every month, the museum can be visited for free.
“Island of Tears” or “Island of Courage and Sorrow”
Near the Trinity Suburb, near the very shore, you can see a small artificial artificial island, to which a pedestrian arched bridge is thrown.
At the entrance to the Island of Tears you can see a stone with a bronze icon of the Mother of God, and in the center there is a memorial chapel dedicated to the Belarusian soldiers who died in Afghanistan.
It was opened in 1993 on the centenary of the poet’s birth. The museum contains and preserves a collection of manuscripts, photographs and books related to the life and work of the poet. The museum has a permanent exhibition “The Life and Creative Path of Maxim Bogdanovich.”
The museum is located on M. Bogdanovich Street, building 7a, open from 10:00 to 18:00. Saturday and Sunday are days off.
- The cost of tickets to the exhibition and exhibitions for adults is 2000 Belarusian rubles,
- for schoolchildren and students - 1200 Belarusian rubles.
- The museum can be visited for free on the last Sunday of the month.
Crafts galleries “Slavutasts” and “Slavutyya Masters”
And what is a trip without buying original souvenirs and exclusive gifts for relatives, friends or colleagues? Be sure to visit the “Slavutas” and “Slavutya Masters” craft galleries.
The galleries are located on the street. Bogdanovich, 21, 2nd floor and on Troitskaya embankment 6, respectively. There you can not only buy souvenirs, but also watch the work of masters and get acquainted with their best creations.
On weekdays, the galleries are open from 10:00 to 19:00, on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00.
Books and antiques store “Venok”
You can also visit the book and antiques store “Venok” so that, thanks to the interior of this store, you will find yourself in a typical bookstore of the 19th century, and at the Troitskaya pharmacy you will be surprised by a unique collection of books on medicine and pharmaceutical supplies of the 19th century.
If after long walks around the city and sightseeing you are tired and hungry, stop and rest.
In Trinity Suburb there are various coffee shops, cafes and restaurants with antique interiors, where your vacation can turn into another discovery.
And in the restaurant on the water, which is the only one in Minsk, you can try delicious National dishes and get aesthetic pleasure from the view of the city.
Trinity Suburb on the map
How to get to Trinity Suburb
The best way is the metro - line 2, Nemiga station.
You can also take a bus (No. 24, 38,57,91,176e) and a trolleybus (No. 12, 29, 37, 40, 46, 53).
The Trinity Suburb in Minsk has historical significance for the city and is located on the left bank of the Svisloch. Previously there was an administrative and shopping mall capital Cities.
Creation and development
The history of the Trinity Suburb goes quite deep into antiquity. It was formed in the 12-13th century on the territory of a hill next to the river. Svisloch. Historians believe that the name of this place is associated with the local Trinity Church. It was founded by Prince Jagiello himself.
According to another version, the etymological roots stretch to the redoubt named after the Holy Trinity, or to the local church of the same name. Previously, there was active trade here, and entrepreneurs from Vilna and Mogilev came here. Sellers from Smolensk and Polotsk also visited the Trinity Suburb.
In the 16th century, the market began to function, which is the most large area for trade. During the period 15-17 centuries. Fortress structures were built here, with the help of which it was possible to protect the surrounding area. Craftsmen, peasants, and military personnel lived in wooden houses. In 1809, the layout changed because the old model for the area was destroyed by fire. To protect themselves from similar misfortunes in the future, city residents built stone buildings by decree
In the period from the 30s to the 60s of the last century, different parts of the architectural complex were destroyed. In the 1980s, a major restoration was carried out here, the purpose of which was to recreate the architecture of Minsk, characteristic of the city in the 19th century.
What's worth seeing
Interesting objects that can be seen when you get to the Trinity Suburb are the Minskoye Castle, the Tatar Gardens, as well as the Starostinskaya settlement, Storozhevka, and Zolotaya Hill. Here was the first of Catholic churches city, and the Holy Ascension Monastery has also survived to this day.
There is a Basilian monastery for women dedicated to the Holy Trinity, a church, a Catholic monastery in which the Mariavites lived. Local residents and guests of the city often come to see all these attractions.
Modernity
The Troitsky Suburb area today is historical center in accordance with the bill of the President of the country from 2004. This place is an integral part of the old city. The western side of the complex is guarded.
After restoration work carried out here, this place turned into an open-air museum. Walking here, you can see stone buildings dating back to the 19th century. In 2009, the square, previously reserved for the market, was named Trinity Mountain. In the 1930s, an opera and ballet theater was built here. Today, when you get to Trinity Suburb, you can visit many interesting museums, shops with souvenirs and antiques, restaurant complexes and coffee shops, galleries with works of art.
Restoration work has not yet been completed, the result of which will be an appearance that is closest to the one that this place had centuries ago. It is planned to re-create many buildings located in the Upper Town, as well as in the Minsk Castle.
Educational walk
Trinity Suburb is rich in attractions. A large number of tourists from Belarus and other countries come here to experience the amazing culture of past years.
You can visit the local museum, whose exhibitions are dedicated to music and theater. It’s called “Vladislav Golubka’s Living Room.” There is also a complex dedicated to the country's literature. The building that once housed a synagogue now houses the House of Nature. There is a gallery dedicated to crafts.
No less interesting will be a visit to the pharmacy, where you can familiarize yourself with medical utensils and books used in the 19th century. Here you will find numerous architectural monuments in which people still live. Many interesting sculptures can be seen when arriving in Trinity Suburb. The photos show how picturesque the surrounding area is and how beautiful the buildings are.
The beauty of the Svisloch River, where it is located, deserves special compliments. small island, which can be reached by crossing an arched bridge for pedestrians. In 1996, a memorial was opened in honor of the internationalists who fought in Afghanistan.
The local Island of Tears is known as one of the most significant. In the center there is a chapel designed according to the plan of the Church of Polotsk Euphrosyne, which functioned in the 12th century. Entering the island, you can see a stone in which is placed a bronze icon of the Virgin Mary. Nowadays, in the building that was previously used as a monastery of mariavites, the Suvorov School of the capital operates. Also nearby you can look into the working Olivaria beer production plant.
Temple of Love
If you are planning to get married, the chic registry office in Troitsky Suburb, located in a building dating back to the 19th century, is at your service. Recently, renovations were carried out here, so the room looks simply amazing, luxurious.
There are three floors, the interior halls amaze with their light colors and beautiful decoration. There are many beautiful mirrors that expand the space visually.
Historical atmosphere
You will probably want to refresh your strength after a long walk, during which you will explore the Trinity Suburb. The cafes and restaurants here are chic and plentiful. You can drink a fragrant drink in a coffee shop. It is noteworthy that the administration of these establishments made efforts to recreate the historical interior.
You will find yourself in an ancient tavern and taste excellent dishes national cuisine, quality alcohol. But what you definitely shouldn’t pass by is the local restaurant located right on the water. It is the only one of its kind in the entire city. You can not only eat delicious food, but also look at the beautiful scenery.
The way here and the surrounding area
Getting to the suburb is not so difficult, since it is located in the center historical life cities. The second metro line runs regularly to this point. It is worth getting off at the Nemiga station.
Visitors are amazed by the beauty of these places. Since receiving power in 1499, great efforts have been made to ennoble these places and give the heirs the opportunity to be proud of them later.
The stone town hall is impressive and has been restored several times. Its modern version was opened in 2003. You can walk through exhibitions and halls intended for receptions and buy souvenirs. The beauty of the Philharmonic for children, the beautiful guest courtyard, the Church of the Virgin Mary, historical museums, and cathedrals pleases us with its beauty. There is a center for spirituality and education at the Orthodox Church. There is an opportunity to look at the estate that belonged to the Vankovichs.
Time Machine
You can stay in the luxurious Monastyrsky Hotel, which received four stars. It was opened in the former home of Bernardine monks who worked in the 18th century. Museum exhibitions can give a lot of new knowledge and vivid impressions.
