Homel Castle

Homel Castle is a museum complex on the banks of the Sozh River featuring a two-story main palace, a four-story tower, and a three-story wing with multiple exhibition spaces across its different levels. The buildings contain thousands of objects arranged thematically throughout the different floors.

A Russian military leader named Pyotr Rumyantsev built this structure between 1777 and 1796, replacing a wooden building that had stood on the site. The transformation from a simple fortification to a grand palace reflects the region's growing importance during that era.

The palace houses a collection of items that tell the story of daily life and traditions in the Gomel region, showing how local people lived across different periods. These objects and displays help visitors understand the cultural patterns that shaped this area.

The castle sits in central Gomel at Lenin Square and opens to visitors most days, with exhibitions spread across different floors of the building. Planning your route through the floors beforehand can help you see the displays without missing sections.

Beyond the main building, the grounds include a chapel, burial vault, and park that are part of the overall historic site, spread across a considerable length along the river. These added features turn the visit into an exploration of more than just the museum's interior spaces.