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Backpacking Viciebsk is such a fun experience as you’d never run out of things to do. And in this travel blog I’ll share with you some of my top places to visit in Viciebsk.
An itinerary of 4 days in Viciebsk is enough to see the top attractions. So buckle on and let’s explore Viciebsk.
1. Marc Chagall Museum
Marc Chagall Museum is a house museum with a focus on showcasing personal items. Marc Chagall Museum presents you with a great opportunity to learn about the person’s life story.
If you are someone who likes architecture, Marc Chagall Museum should be in your todo list. Marc Chagall Museum really is a beautiful and charming house. The house museum is truly meant for the fans.
On 1997 the house museum was opened for the public.
Getting there: vulica Pakroŭskaja 11, Viciebsk, Belarus
2. Victory Square
Victory Square is the main square located in the central Viciebsk. It scores high in the list of the best places to visit in Viciebsk. This is where various festivals, concerts and carnivals are held throughout the year.
3. City Hall
City Hall is a historic town located on the city’s main square in the heart of the city. The town hall houses the local government of the city.
The original one is actually gone, what you see is a reconstruction.
4. Vitebsk regional museum
Vitebsk regional museum is a museum housing historical artefacts. It is among the top places to visit in Viciebsk. The collection includes artefacts related with the history of the region.
The history museum is housed in a beautiful building. Overall, the museum looks well organised and very well presented. On 1918 the history museum was opened for the public.
5. Marc Chagall Art Center
Marc Chagall Art Center is a museum in Viciebsk housing fantastic pieces of art.
Getting there: vulica Putna 2, Viciebsk, Belarus
6. Voskresenskaya Tserkov’
Voskresenskaya Tserkov’ is an old church located in the city of Viciebsk. It is one of the popular attractions in Viciebsk.
Guided tour is available and is very informative. There is a cemetry on the church grounds, quite peaceful to walk around. The views from the top are something to be admired.
The church looks imposing as if staring right back at you. The decoration on the floor is just pretty. The church is built in a Baroque architecture style.
The chief architect of the church is Józef Fontana.
7. Viciebsk Zoo
Viciebsk Zoo is a popular zoo in Viciebsk with a variety of animals.
There is a small cafe attached to the zoo. Feeding sessions are always fun, try to time your visit. Walk around and enjoy the zoo.
A great place for a day out and have a picnic. And the zoo is covered is a large area.
8. Vitebsk Museum of Modern Art
Vitebsk Museum of Modern Art is an interesting museum collecting some of the finest pieces of modern art.
On 1918 the Modern Art Museum was opened for the public.
9. Chortova Boroda
Chortova Boroda is a protected natural area, harboring a variety of flora and fauna. If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Viciebsk trip. The diverse ecology of Chortova Boroda also includes marshland and lagoons.
The botanical reserve is spread over a large tract of land, covering several hundred acres of forested area. THere are walking and cycling trails throughout for you to actively enjoy the place.
10. Old Cathedral of St. Barbara and St. Paul, Vitebsk
Old Cathedral of St. Barbara and St. Paul, Vitebsk is an old Cathedral located in the Viciebsk city.
Also, scroll through the brilliantly crafted statues of Old Cathedral of St. Barbara and St. Paul, Vitebsk. Listening to the old organ play is a fantastic experience. The cathedral is conveniently located in the city’s old town.
On the church wall you will find several religious artwaork hanging. The ornate interior is eye-catching. The architectural styles that the cathedral is built in are Baroque, Romanesque Revival architecture.
The chief architect of the cathedral is Wiktor Junosza Piotrowski.
11. Pamyatnik Marku Shagalu
Pamyatnik Marku Shagalu is a heart-felt monument located in Viciebsk. Add it to your Viciebsk trip if you have time.
12. Frunze Park
Frunze Park is a small but pretty park located in the city of Viciebsk.
Getting there: vulica Lienina, Viciebsk, Belarus
13. Park KUL’Tury I Otdyha Im Sovetskoi Armii
Park KUL’Tury I Otdyha Im Sovetskoi Armii is a relaxing urban park, an escape from the urban jungle of Viciebsk city. Add it to your Viciebsk trip if you have time.
Park KUL’Tury I Otdyha Im Sovetskoi Armii allows you to spend time actively – engage yourself in walking, running or cycling.
14. Governor’s Palace
Governor’s Palace is a beautiful palace located in Viciebsk, Belarus.
15. Художественный музей
Художественный музей is an art museum of great importance located in the city of Viciebsk. If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Viciebsk trip.
Getting there: vulica Lienina 32, Viciebsk, Belarus
All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler or a female traveler, a couple or a family, there are plenty of things to do in Viciebsk for everyone. There is something about Viciebsk, that pulls you back to this place again and again, to explore more and more.
If you have any questions or suggestions, I would love to answer them in the comments section below.