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Island of Tears in Minsk, Belarus.
More than 30,000 Belarusians took part in the war in Afghanistan. Unfortunately, around 800 soldiers died, several of them were lost, and many of them became disabled. The memorial complex is constructed on the artificial island that is located on the river Svislach. The Island of Tears is situated in the historical place that is the center of Minsk, and it is one of the main sightseeing points. The monument was built in 1985, when the war was still ongoing, while the complex was officially opened on the 3rd of August 1990.
For video, please visit youtu.be/JNJupY7E1AI
L1110357
Island of Tears in Minsk, Belarus.
More than 30,000 Belarusians took part in the war in Afghanistan. Unfortunately, around 800 soldiers died, several of them were lost, and many of them became disabled. The memorial complex is constructed on the artificial island that is located on the river Svislach. The Island of Tears is situated in the historical place that is the center of Minsk, and it is one of the main sightseeing points. The monument was built in 1985, when the war was still ongoing, while the complex was officially opened on the 3rd of August 1990.
For video, please visit youtu.be/JNJupY7E1AI