Soligorsk combines an unusual underground attraction with museums, churches and public open spaces. Alongside speleotherapy in potash mines, there are exhibitions on mining and local history, distinctive churches and various opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities. This gives you a way to explore the town according to your interests—whether you are especially interested in mining, architecture or outdoor activities.
Speleotherapy and Mining History
The Republican Hospital for Speleotherapy in Soligorsk provides underground speleotherapy in potash mines. Its underground speleotherapy complex lies 420 metres below the earth’s surface. This makes the form of therapy closely connected to the distinctive mining environment. If you are interested, check your medical eligibility and appointment times in advance; both may change.
The Soligorsk Museum of Local History covers local history, ethnography, geology and folk crafts, as well as the history of the Second World War and the development of the town. The interior is designed to resemble underground mine workings. In the hall about the construction of the potash mines and the town, you can see miners’ tools, photographs and personal belongings of the town’s first builders.
The Belarus Potash Museum of Labour Glory has a distinct focus, with more than 2,000 exhibits. The exhibition combines a display of potassium salt layers with a recreated mining shaft and audiovisual materials. Its notable exhibits include fossil eurypterids from the Paleozoic, dated to between 350 and 360 million years ago. Together, the two museums offer different perspectives: the Museum of Local History extends beyond mining, while the other museum is dedicated specifically to the labour glory of Belarus Potash.
Churches and Public Spaces
The Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ is considered the largest church in Minsk Region and one of the largest churches in Belarus. It is 60 metres tall and has a total area of 3,500 square metres. The complex also includes the Church of St John the Baptist in the crypt and a small church dedicated to the Nativity of the Mother of God. The height, area and two other churches give an impression of the scale of the complex as a whole.
The Park of the Four Elements is a place for meeting, playing and entertainment. It is also home to the city’s largest fountain: its 740 jets of water reach a height of 20 metres. In the evenings, around 80 lamps illuminate the fountain. The Children’s play area “Ryaba the Hen,” featuring sculptures of “Ryaba the Hen” and “Mouse Norushka,” is in the Love and Fidelity Family Park.
Exercise and Outdoor Activities
The Health Trail runs through a large wooded area on the outskirts of the city to springs with clean drinking water. Sports and mass events are regularly held along the route; the events programme may change. The roller-ski track consists of three training loops with one-way traffic. As its configuration may change, it is advisable to check before visiting.
A roller-skating and roller-sports track with a parabolic banked surface is located on Naberezhnaya Street. According to its description, it meets current international standards. The extreme sports park is intended for tricks on BMX bikes, skateboards and scooters, and has nine facilities for various tricks.
Pedal boats and rowing boats can be rented for trips on the water at the OSVOD rescue station and at the Beryozka Sanatorium. Availability and operating conditions may change, so confirm the offer before making it a firm part of your plans.
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