Kurgan Slavy Memorial Granted International Heritage Status

The Kurgan Slavy memorial complex has been granted the first category of historical and cultural significance of international importance. The memorial was created in honor of the heroism of Soviet soldiers during the liberation of Belarus and the completion of Operation Bagration. It was laid down in 1966 by representatives of Hero Cities and opened in 1969. Every month, no fewer than 4,000 people walk the 482-step "Path of Memory." Since the complex opened, about 40 million visitors from over 100 countries have visited the site.