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#Pinsk #travelingaroundbelarus #pedestrianstreetinpinsk #riverportinpinsk #trainstationinpinsk Pinsk is the pearl of Belarusian Polesie. Pinsk is a truly ancient city and is considered the unofficial capital of Belarusian Polesie. It was founded in 1097. In terms of size and the degree of preservation of its historical center, it is second only to Grodno. In this city, you can see many architectural monuments that reflect its rich history, which began in the 11th century. The Jesuit College, founded in the 17th century, was one of the oldest and most prestigious educational institutions in the Belarusian lands. Together with the Church of St. Stanislav, the Jesuit College was the main decoration of the city. Until now, this impressive building, which houses the Museum of Belarusian Polesie, serves as a kind of calling card of Pinsk and its unofficial symbol. The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Franciscan Monastery in Pinsk is famous not only for its magnificent façade, but also for its interior, which is decorated with bright wall paintings, carved altars and, of course, an organ that is over 100 years old. This instrument is used not only during services, but also for concerts. The Butrimovich Palace, built at the end of the 18th century on the main street of the city, embodies the transition from Baroque to Classicism. This also applies to the interior decoration, which combines features of both styles.