Rumyantsev-Paskevich Palace
A neoclassical palace begun in the 1770s for Count Rumyantsev and later extended under the Paskevich family; it now houses a museum.
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Gomel: airports, things to do and where to stay
Gomel is the second-largest city in Belarus, in the south-east on the Sozh river, known for its palace and park ensemble that once belonged to the Rumyantsev and Paskevich families.
Gomel airports
From the airport to central Gomel
Gomel airport is about 11 km from central Gomel.
Taxi
The centre of Gomel is a few kilometres away, so a taxi is the most convenient option; the ride is short.
Gomel
Things to do in Gomel
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
A classical-style Orthodox cathedral from the early 19th century, part of the palace and park ensemble.
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Gomel Park
A large landscape park next to the palace, laid out in the 19th century, with tree-lined paths, ponds and views over the Sozh river.
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Paskevich Chapel-Tomb
A chapel-tomb of the Paskevich family in the grounds of the park, with a family crypt.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Gomel?
Gomel is served by Gomel (GME).
How far is the airport from central Gomel?
Gomel airport is about 11 km from central Gomel.
How do I get from the airport to central Gomel?
From Gomel airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Gomel?
Highlights of Gomel include Rumyantsev-Paskevich Palace, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Gomel Park, and Paskevich Chapel-Tomb.
Photo credits
- Rumyantsev-Paskevich Palace: Аляксей Мацеша (дазвол - http://fgb.by/viewtopic.php?p=46703#46703), CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul: user:Ohlumon from ru.wiki, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Gomel Park: diluted88, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Paskevich Chapel-Tomb: Dasty5, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons