National Library of Belarus
Minsk, Nezavisimosti Ave, 116
The National Library of Belarus is situated at Independence Avenue, 116 in Minsk. It consists of 22 floors and is built in an unusual shape of rhombicuboctahedron. Upper floors offer an observation deck. The facade is decorated with media screens for light programs. Founded in 1922, the library hosts scientific events, exhibitions and educational activities. The total height of the structure with a spire reaches approximately 73 meters.