The park was established in 1985 to preserve geological heritage displaced by land reclamation projects.
The central map of Belarus is laid out to scale, with smaller stones marking regional centers and major rivers.
The park contains glacial erratics transported to the region by the Sozh glacier approximately 150,000 to 200,000 years ago.
The 'Cross Stone' collection features authentic historical artifacts relocated from village cemeteries to prevent their destruction.
The layout uses trees and shrubs as literal 'borders' of the country, with different species representing specific forest types found in those regions of Belarus.
The Park of Stones, also known as the Museum of Boulders, is an open-air geological exhibit located on the northeastern outskirts of Minsk. Its central feature is a massive stone map of Belarus, constructed where paths and shrubbery represent the nation's borders, rivers, and cities. The site houses over 2,000 boulders collected from across the country, showcasing various geological formations and rare erratics. Many stones were rescued from agricultural fields before they could be destroyed by farming machinery. The park covers approximately 7 hectares of undulating terrain designed to simulate the Belarusian landscape. It functions as both a recreational green space and a scientific outdoor laboratory for geology enthusiasts.
The elevated path near the center of the park providing a panoramic view of the stone map layout.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes as the terrain is uneven and features unpaved gravel paths.
Bring a basic guide to geological formations to better identify the types of stones you encounter.
Visit on a sunny day as the park lacks significant overhead canopy cover, making the paths muddy after heavy rainfall.
Do not attempt to climb or move the boulders, as many are fragile specimens or historical artifacts.
