The historical and cultural heritage of the city is incredibly diverse and numerous. The most important historical symbol of Vitebsk is the Local Lore Museum, located in the building of the Town Hall. It stores key exhibits, telling about the history of ancient Vitebsk. After visiting priceless exhibits, visitors to the museum have a unique opportunity to visit the tower of the Vitebsk Town Hall and admire the city from a bird's eye view. The favorite place of rest for tourists became the National Polotsk Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve, which unites eleven different museums. Also in demand from curious tourists is the museum-estate of artist I. Repin. The flow of visitors to the art center of Marc Chagall does not stop. Its location is a beautiful red brick building, which was built in the early 20th century and is also of great cultural value. In Vitebsk, the historical district is partially preserved, on the territory of which the main part of most important architectural sites is concentrated. Among them, the above-mentioned building of the City Hall which is an excellent example of baroque. The building was built in the second half of the 18th century, and in 1911 the last reconstruction took place. The building has remained unchanged for over a hundred years. Nearby there is an important religious monument - the Resurrection Church. It was built recently, in 2009, and is located on the site of a ruined church of the 18th century. The style of the building
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