Independence Square in Minsk and the surrounding buildings were designed in the classic, constructivist style of architecture by renowned Soviet architect, Iosif Langbard. The square is immense and is designated for various public events. In stark contrast to the monumental scale and austere grandeur of the square is the beautiful Fountain of Three Storks that was installed in 2005. The fountain features a bronze sculpture of artistically crafted storks taking flight and sits on a glass dome, which is the roof of an underground mall, the Stolitsa. The circular granite…
