Monastery of St. Barys and St. Hleb in Połacak, Orthodox monastery in Polotsk, Belarus
The monastery complex features traditional Eastern Orthodox architecture with distinctive elements of the Architectural school of Polack, located near the Dvina River.
Founded in 1101, the Monastery of St. Barys and St. Hleb served as a spiritual center during the medieval period of the Principality of Polotsk.
The monastery maintains regular religious services and ceremonies that reflect centuries-old Eastern Orthodox traditions, influencing the spiritual life of Belarus.
Visitors can reach the monastery through the main road from central Polotsk, with guided tours available during designated hours throughout the week.
The monastery contains architectural elements that represent one of the earliest examples of the Polack school of architecture in religious buildings.
Location: Polotsk
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: Architectural school of Polack
GPS coordinates: 55.47639,28.79139
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:29
Monument to Francysk Skaryna in Polack
1.2 km
Cathedral of the Epiphany in Polack
1.7 km
National Polatsk Historical and Cultural Open-air Museum
1.7 km
Church of Protection of the Holy Virgin in Polack
871 m
Bernardinian Monastery in Polack
1.3 km
Children's Museum
1.1 km
Museum and Library Simeon of Polack
1.7 km
Church of Saint Andrew Babola in Polack
1.6 km
Peter I house in Polack
1.6 km
Stationary exhibition «A Walk on the Nizne-Pokrovskaja street» (Polotsk)
1.6 km
Category:Monument to Symeon of Polack
1.5 km
Church of Saints Boris and Gleb, Bieĺčycy
468 m
Monument «Polack — the center of Europe»
1.3 km
Church of Saint Paraskeva, Bieĺčycy
468 m
Monument 23 to the soldiers-guards
1.3 km
Скульптура купца
1.5 km
Помнік Андрэю Альгердавічу (Полацк)
1.5 km
Karoŭniki
1.6 km
Church of Assumption of the Holy Virgin in Polack
819 m
Francyska Skaryny Avenue 9, Polack
1.6 km
Пакроўскі мост
637 m
Enhieĺsa Street 8, Polack
1.6 km
Чыгуначны мост
651 m
Lienina Street 4, Polack
1.7 km
Francyska Skaryny Avenue 29, Polack
1.1 km
Francyska Skaryny Avenue 5, Polack
1.7 km
Vojkava Street 12, Polack
1.7 km
Francyska Skaryny Avenue 3, Polack
1.7 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes