Immersion in history: international students of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno visited iconic places in Minsk

The 1st and 2nd year students majoring in History and Language Support of Intercultural Communication from the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism of Yanka Kupala State University took part in an exciting excursion trip to Minsk, the capital of Belarus. This event was organized by the faculty for students who actively participate in university and faculty events, and was an excellent opportunity to broaden their horizons and get acquainted with the cultural heritage of the Republic of Belarus.

The tour was led by Svetlana Khudarganova, Coordinator for Internationalization, and Roman Grigorchuk the Lecturer at the Department of Tourism and Cultural Heritage. The students visited the Museum of the Great Patriotic War, where they were able to gain a deeper understanding of the historical events that influenced the formation of modern Belarus. The museum's exposition includes not only artifacts, but also multimedia installations that create a complete immersion in the atmosphere of those days.

The next item on the program was the National Library of the Republic of Belarus, one of the most modern and significant architectural structures in the country. The students got acquainted with the rich book collection and innovative technologies used in librarianship. The unique shape of the building and its interior made an indelible impression on the students.

In addition, a walking tour of interesting places in Minsk was organized as part of the tour. The participants were able to walk through the beautiful streets of the capital, admire the architecture, as well as visit iconic monuments and parks. This event was an important step in the formation of an active civic position among students.