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This is a low-angle exterior shot capturing the upper stories and roofline of a monumental, light-colored building, likely constructed from stone or stucco, under an overcast sky. The architectural style is characterized by its grand scale, classical elements, and decorative reliefs, indicative of Stalinist Empire architecture. At the uppermost visible corner of the building, a large, ornate circular bas-relief medallion is centrally positioned. This emblem features stylized plant motifs, possibly wheat sheaves or leaves, within a circular border, flanked by decorative architectural scrollwork and pointed finials. Below this, a robust entablature runs horizontally, adorned with a frieze of repetitive dentil-like elements and intricate cornices. The building's facades are structured with large, rectangular blockwork, giving the appearance of ashlar masonry. On the corner facade, below the entablature, a rectangular, recessed panel features a five-pointed star surmounting a niche, framed by a laurel wreath relief. Further down this facade, a window with dark brown frames is partially visible, featuring a small, ornate black metal Juliet balcony. On the adjacent facade, a large arched recess is present, containing a smaller, semicircular louvered window at its apex, also decorated with a five-pointed star and wreath motif. Below this, a wider, dark-framed window overlooks a prominent black wrought-iron balcony. This balcony extends along the facade and features an elaborate railing composed of vertical bars, circular elements, and decorative scrolls. Two modern, rectangular floodlights are mounted on the wall directly above this balcony. Another dark-framed window is visible below the balcony. Heavy moldings and cornices separate the different floor levels. The sky is a uniform, pale grey or light blue, suggesting an overcast day. No individuals or vehicles are visible in the frame. Based on its distinctive Stalinist Empire architectural style, the specific decorative reliefs including the circular emblem and five-pointed stars, and the overall monumental character, this building is identifiable as the **KGB Building (or the former House of Government) located on Independence Avenue (Prospekt Nezavisimosti) in Minsk, Belarus**.
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