Editable Vector Map of the Minsk Belarus in SVG format.
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Principal streets and roads, names places, residential streets and roads, road number labels, water objects, land use areas.
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Minsk, the capital city of Belarus, is a major cultural, economic, and political center in the country. Here is an overview of some of the principal streets, roads, and districts in Minsk:
Principal Streets and Roads
- Independence Avenue (Praspiekt Niezaliežnasci):
- One of the longest and most important streets in Minsk.
- It stretches from the southeastern outskirts of the city to the northwestern part.
- Key landmarks along the avenue include Victory Square, Independence Square, and the Belarusian State Circus.
- Pobediteley Avenue (Praspiekt Pabiedzicieliau):
- Another major thoroughfare in Minsk.
- Known for its modern buildings and the Minsk-Arena complex.
- Connects the city center with the western parts of Minsk.
- Nemiga Street:
- Historic street located near the city center.
- Known for shopping, dining, and nightlife.
- Important for its cultural and historical significance.
- Masherov Avenue:
- Named after Pyotr Masherov, a former leader of Soviet Belarus.
- Major route running through several districts.
- Known for administrative and residential buildings.
- Lenin Street:
- Central street in the city, named after Vladimir Lenin.
- Features historical architecture and several government buildings.
Major City Districts
- Tsentralny District:
- The central district of Minsk.
- Contains many administrative buildings, cultural institutions, and shopping areas.
- Key landmarks: Independence Square, Gorky Park, and the Central Railway Station.
- Sovetsky District:
- Located in the northeastern part of Minsk.
- Home to several educational institutions, including the Belarusian State University.
- Notable for its parks and recreational areas.
- Pervomaisky District:
- Situated in the eastern part of the city.
- Known for its residential neighborhoods and green spaces.
- Important sites include the Botanical Garden and Chelyuskintsev Park.
- Partizansky District:
- Located in the southeastern part of Minsk.
- Named after the partisans of World War II.
- Features a mix of industrial and residential areas.
- Moskovsky District:
- Located in the southwestern part of Minsk.
- Known for its large residential complexes and industrial zones.
- Important landmarks include the Minsk-Arena and Dzerzhinsky Avenue.
- Frunzensky District:
- Western part of the city.
- Known for its residential areas and shopping centers.
- Important sites include Kuntsevshchina and the Minsk Zoo.
- Oktyabrsky District:
- Southern part of Minsk.
- Mix of industrial and residential areas.
- Key landmarks: Chizhovka Arena and the Loshitsky Park.
- Leninsky District:
- Located in the southeastern part of the city.
- Industrial and residential district.
- Known for the Minsk Automobile Plant (MAZ) and the Chervyakova Market.
Key Squares
- Independence Square:
- One of the largest squares in Europe.
- Features the Government House and the Red Church (Church of Saints Simon and Helena).
- Victory Square:
- Central landmark commemorating the victory in the Great Patriotic War.
- Features the Victory Monument and Eternal Flame.
- October Square:
- Located in the city center.
- Home to the Palace of the Republic and the Trade Unions Palace.
These streets, roads, and districts are central to the daily life and historical heritage of Minsk, offering a blend of modern infrastructure and rich cultural history.