These two imposing towers stand opposite the city's railway station, marking the entrance to Minsk for those who arrive by rain. Built in Stalin Classicism style (Empire style) which infuses the styles of baroque, late classicism and art deco. The architect who designed the gates was Boris Rubanenko and he was in charge of redeisgning the entire railway district after WWII. #architecture #history #free #soviet #gates #gatesofminsk #towers #minsk #citycenter #citycentre #belarus #easterneurope #europe #walkingtour