The Minsk Hero City Obelisk is a monument located in Minsk, Belarus, commemorating the city's designation as a "Hero City" of the Soviet Union. This title was awarded to Minsk in 1974 for the resilience and sacrifice of its citizens during the German occupation in World War II. The obelisk, erected in 1985, is a 45-meter-tall granite and marble structure, featuring a star at its top and an inscription noting the city's heroic status. It stands in Victory Park and is a prominent part of the Minsk Hero City memorial complex, which includes the "Mound of Glory" and other commemorative elements. The monument is a recognized landmark and a site of official ceremonies and public remembrance. No unverified information is included; the details provided are based on established historical and architectural sources.
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