THE KGB STILL EXISTS

Except for Belarus, all former Soviet Union countries have altered the names of their central security agencies since the breakup of the Soviet Union. The KGB is still functioning in Belarus, and its headquarters are on Nyezalyezhnastsi Avenue in a lovely edifice.

In internet forums, there is a lot of fear about the Belarussian KGB, and the reality is that it affected me as well. There have even been reports of people being interrogated in the building's basements if they photograph the facade.

If you picture the building, however, you may have some minor difficulties, although this is not due to the KGB. Because in Belarus, photographing public buildings is prohibited. This is definitely among the top Things to Know Before Traveling to Belarus.