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Stumble It!City Name: Minsk
Where is it located?: Minsk sits in the center of Belaus.
Why do people go there?: A former shining star of the Soviet empire, those who arrive at Minsk from ritzy and glitzy Western Europe may find the city a little, well, slow, but make no mistake - Minsk still offers plenty of attractions, nightlife and other modern conviences, former Soviet style.
How do travelers get there?: Buses from Vilnius and Poland are your best bet.
Currency: Ruble
City Code: 172
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Population: 1.65 million
Languages: Belarusian with a smattering of Russian
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Attractions: Belarus National Museum of History and Culture, Minsk Sea, Mount of Glory
Accommodations: Minsk Hostles,Minsk Hotels
Tourist Office: http://www.belarusembassy.org/
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When to go: Although you'll never have a problem with tourists, spring is the best time to go, due to the weather.
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How to get around?: Buses are the way to do it.
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