Church of Holy Trinity, Minsk (must see)
The Church of the Holy Trinity, also known as Saint Roch鈥檚 Church or the Church on the Golden Hill, stands among Minsk鈥檚 most cherished Catholic landmarks. Located in the Zolotaya Gorka district, it combines religious devotion, historical depth, and cultural vitality. Its origin is linked to a local legend about a doctor who, after helping the city overcome a cholera epidemic, threw gold coins onto his coat and called on townspeople to fund a new church on the site of a Catholic cemetery. There, a wooden statue of Saint Roch鈥攑rotector against plagues and patron of surgeons鈥攚as placed and became the object of widespread veneration.
The current brick church was built between 1861 and 1864 in a refined Gothic style, with tall windows, a zinc roof, and a three-bell tower whose chimes once echoed across the city. It was consecrated in 1864 under the names of Saint Roch and the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Thousands of pilgrims came to pray before the statue of Saint Roch each year on August 16, considering it miraculous. By 1908, the church was a well-established landmark, symbolizing both faith and community resilience in Minsk鈥檚 rapidly changing landscape.
Following the Russian Revolution, the church was closed and stripped of its valuables. The revered statue of Saint Roch disappeared, and during World War II, the building suffered heavy bombing damage. In 1983, restoration began, and a Czech-made pipe organ was installed as part of plans to convert the structure into a chamber music hall for the Belarusian State Philharmonic.
After the fall of the Soviet Union, the church was returned to the faithful. Religious services resumed in 1991, and a new statue of Saint Roch was sculpted by Valerian Yanushkevich in 1998. Today, the Church of the Holy Trinity serves both as a sacred space and a cultural venue, hosting organ concerts and English-language masses every Sunday.
The current brick church was built between 1861 and 1864 in a refined Gothic style, with tall windows, a zinc roof, and a three-bell tower whose chimes once echoed across the city. It was consecrated in 1864 under the names of Saint Roch and the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Thousands of pilgrims came to pray before the statue of Saint Roch each year on August 16, considering it miraculous. By 1908, the church was a well-established landmark, symbolizing both faith and community resilience in Minsk鈥檚 rapidly changing landscape.
Following the Russian Revolution, the church was closed and stripped of its valuables. The revered statue of Saint Roch disappeared, and during World War II, the building suffered heavy bombing damage. In 1983, restoration began, and a Czech-made pipe organ was installed as part of plans to convert the structure into a chamber music hall for the Belarusian State Philharmonic.
After the fall of the Soviet Union, the church was returned to the faithful. Religious services resumed in 1991, and a new statue of Saint Roch was sculpted by Valerian Yanushkevich in 1998. Today, the Church of the Holy Trinity serves both as a sacred space and a cultural venue, hosting organ concerts and English-language masses every Sunday.
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Sight Name: Church of Holy Trinity
Sight Location: Minsk, Belarus (See walking tours in Minsk)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Minsk, Belarus (See walking tours in Minsk)
Sight Type: Religious
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Walking Tours in Minsk, Belarus
Create Your Own Walk in Minsk
Creating your own self-guided walk in Minsk is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Minsk Introduction Walking Tour
When in Minsk, visitors are sure to discover a fantastic range of exotic places, valuable architectural spots, and cultural venues which combine to create Minsk's unforgettable landmarks. Do not hesitate to experience the deep culture of Minsk.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Minsk's Historical Churches Tour
The religious life of Belarus has been strongly influenced by both the Orthodox and Catholic religions. Consequently, Minsk features several beautiful churches that are well worth your time and energy while in this fine city. Take a walk down Minsk religious sights today!
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.7 Km or 4.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.7 Km or 4.2 Miles