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More than twenty million people visit VDNH every year, and at least one and a half hundred expositions and exhibitions are held on the territory. The complex is considered one of the largest in the world: in addition to pavilions, its territory includes the Botanical Garden and Ostankino Park. Several dozen VDNKh objects are cultural heritage monuments. In summer, the exhibition complex turns into an open-air concert venue, and in winter there is a huge ice skating rink.

 Ave. Mira, 119

Catherine Park 0+

Catherine Park boasts not only picturesque places for walks, but also a rich history. The name of the park was given by the Catherine Institute, which was located on its territory in the 19th century. Even earlier, the Church of St. John the Warrior and the Holy Cross Monastery stood here. Now the park is one of the most pleasant places for walks in the capital. In winter, it is decorated with festive illumination, an ice skating rink is installed on the square, and a ski track is laid around the pond.

 st. B. Ekaterininskaya, 27

Cathedral of Christ the Savior 0+

From the very moment of its foundation, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior has been surrounded by an aura of mysticism and mystery. During the reign of Ivan the Terrible, the Alekseevsky Convent was located here, which had to be moved to free up the site for construction. The current Cathedral of Christ the Savior is the second one built on this site. The first one was erected in honor of the victory over Napoleon; it stood for about fifty years and was destroyed by the Bolsheviks, and a swimming pool was built in its place. During the years of perestroika, it was decided to restore the temple in its original location. Construction lasted almost two decades, and at the beginning of the 2000s, the new Cathedral of Christ the Savior received its first parishioners.

 st. Volkhonka, 15

Trees of Love and Bench of Reconciliation on Luzhkov Bridge 0+

The pedestrian bridge, built relatively recently, is part of the architectural ensemble of the Tretyakov Gallery, which is why its second name is Tretyakovsky. The bridge is especially loved by newlyweds: the lovers attach locks with their names to the metal Tree of Love, installed right in the middle of the span, and throw the keys into the river. There is also a Reconciliation Bench installed on the bridge - it is believed that a couple sitting on it will be able to peacefully resolve any conflict.

 Luzhkov Bridge

Tretyakov Gallery 0+

It’s worth setting aside a separate day, or better yet more than one, to visit the Tretyakov Gallery - it’s worth it! The museum houses the world's largest collection of Russian painting, graphics and sculpture, and the gallery halls contain more than 180 thousand exhibits. Among the most famous paintings are “Girl with Peaches” by Valentin Serov, “We Didn’t Expect” by Ilya Repin, “Horsewoman” by Karl Bryullov, “Boyaryna Morozova” by Vasily Surikov, “Bogatyrs” by Viktor Vasnetsov, “Morning in a Pine Forest” by Ivan Shishkin, “Apparition Christ to the people" by Alexander Ivanov.

 lane Lavrushinsky, 10

Neskuchny Garden 0+

The garden received its original name from the Neskuchnoye estate, which belonged to Prince Trubetskoy. But after the lands were bought by the palace department of Nicholas I, the entire territory began to be named after the estate. The park is huge, but it’s difficult to get lost in it: there are maps and signs at all the forks. In summer, the garden has tennis courts, a rope course and a football field, and the fitness center is open all year round. In addition, in the far corner of the garden there is a Hunting Lodge, where games of experts “What? Where? When?".

 Leninsky Prospekt, 32a

Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve 0+

The lush and solemn Tsaritsyno Park was founded by order of Catherine II, who planned to set up a summer residence here. Construction was delayed, and the empress died before it was completed. The park was opened to city residents, exotic fruits were grown in greenhouses, and the buildings were rented out as summer cottages. In Soviet times, various museums were located in the palace buildings, and in the nineties, Tsaritsyno received the status of a museum-reserve. The restoration of the palace began only in the new millennium. Now on the territory of the reserve there are musical fountains, openwork bridges, and fortress gates. In summer you can see squirrels and swans here, and in winter you can go skiing.

 st. Dolskaya, 1

Patriarch's Ponds 0+

One of the most mystical places in Moscow, which is definitely worth a visit for all fans of Mikhail Bulgakov’s work. It is here that the novel “The Master and Margarita” begins, here Berlioz and Ivan Bezdomny meet Woland. The park has many benches and ancient trees, and in the evenings it is beautifully illuminated with lanterns and illuminations. Traditionally, the skating rink is flooded in winter - they say Leo Tolstoy himself went to the Patriarch's to skate.

 st. Malaya Bronnaya

Sokolniki Park" 0+

There are still corners of untouched forest here, adjacent to landscaped alleys. The park offers activities and entertainment for every taste. Here you can watch a movie in the summer cinema, rent a bicycle, sunbathe on a sun lounger near the pond, play ping-pong and chess, go boating and skateboarding. Representatives of the older generation gather here to exercise, sing old songs in chorus and dance to the tunes of Soviet times.

 st. Sokolnichesky Val, 1, building 1

Chistye Prudy 0+

In past centuries, there were several ponds in this area, and they were not particularly clean - it was not for nothing that they were called “Filthy Ponds.” The relative improvement of reservoirs began only from the time of Peter I’s favorite, Prince Menshikov, on whose orders they began to be cleaned. Today, out of three ponds, only one remains; the rest have been filled in. Today, the picturesque green area near the reservoir is a popular summer vacation spot. Street festivals and open photo exhibitions are held near the pond, and in winter you can ice skate on the frozen surface of the water.

 Chistye Prudy

Kolomenskoye Park 0+

The patrimony of the Russian tsars is currently an integral part of the artistic historical-architectural and natural landscape. The Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, located on its territory, houses one of the most important Christian relics - the “Sovereign” Icon of the Mother of God.

 ave. Andropova, 39

Kuskovo Estate 0+

In the past, the Kuskovo estate was called “Versailles near Moscow.” For more than 300 years it belonged to the Sheremetev family. Nowadays, the interior of the count's palace has been restored to its historical appearance of the late 19th century. In addition to the main building, the park contains Italian, Dutch and Swiss houses, a picturesque grotto, a two-story Hermitage pavilion, a greenhouse and a church. Concerts, exhibitions and festivals are held in Kuskovo, and historical films are filmed.

 st. Yunosti, 2

Hermitage Garden 0+

Once upon a time, the Hermitage garden belonged to the theater artist M. V. Lentovsky and was an entertainment place for the local elite. When the owner went bankrupt, the place fell into disrepair. Later, the garden with all the buildings passed to the merchant Ya. V. Shchukin, who planted trees and shrubs here, laid out flower beds, installed benches and reconstructed the theater building. Now on the territory of the garden you can see a fountain, a squirrel colony, a summer stage, a cinema and a dovecote.

 st. Karetny Ryad, 3

Frunzenskaya embankment

It’s a pleasure to stroll along the uncrowded embankment, which stretches along the left bank of the Moscow River from the Crimean Bridge to Khamovnichesky Val, on any day. There are few cars here, there are no crowds of tourists, and the air is clean due to the absence of industrial enterprises. Pay attention to the architecture - the houses are decorated with columns and towers, and the huge building that attracts the eye is the headquarters of the Russian ground forces.

 Frunzenskaya embankment

Pushkinsky Bridge 0+

The Pushkinsky pedestrian bridge connects the Pushkinskaya and Frunzenskaya embankments. It offers a beautiful view of the historical center of the city and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. In some sources, the bridge is called Andreevsky, because during its construction they used the metal arch of another bridge - Andreevsky, which was built a hundred years earlier and was located nearby, but fell into disrepair. There is still a commemorative plaque on the bridge arch.

 Frunzenskaya embankment

Kuzminki Park 0+

Kuzminki Park is located in the southeast of the city. One of the main attractions of the park is the Golitsyn estate, where excursions are now held, telling about the life of the princely family. In winter, there is an ice skating rink in the park, and in summer there are open-air concerts and festivals, a summer camp and a city dacha, a skate park and a roller skating rink.

 natural-historical park Kuzminki-Lublino, 1, building 2

Vorobyovy Gory 0+

Vorobyovy Gory is a place where archaeologists discovered one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. Peter the Great and Fyodor Chaliapin loved to walk in the picturesque mountains; the construction of the first water supply system in the city began on these hills, and now the main university of Russia, Moscow State University, is located here. These days, the most famous observation deck in the capital is located on Vorobyovy Gory, and the embankment at the foot of the slope is popular with cyclists and skaters. Rare species of birds nest in the park area, and springs emerge from the ground.

 Leninskie Gory, vl. 1

Triumphal Arch 0+

Moscow has its own triumphal arch. It is located on Kutuzovsky Prospekt in the Poklonnaya Gora area and is dedicated to the victory in the Patriotic War of 1812. Together with the Kutuzovskaya Izba and the Battle of Borodino panorama museum, the arch forms a single memorial complex. Its base is made of white stone and decorated with cast iron columns. Between them are sculptures of ancient warriors, and the composition is crowned by a chariot drawn by six horses.

 Kutuzovsky Ave.

Museum-estate "Arkhangelskoye" 0+

The estate, named after the ancient Archangel Church, at different times belonged to the noble families of Odoevsky and Golitsyn, and later to the princes Yusupov. The majestic palace and park complex is modeled after the French Versailles. Today, the palace houses the largest collection of rare books and documents in Russia, as well as large-scale exhibitions of sculpture, painting, engravings and objects of decorative and applied art from the collection of Prince Yusupov. In the Office wing you can see a large collection of Western European paintings of the 18th century. The estate hosts creative festivals and exhibitions of contemporary artists.

 Moscow region, Krasnogorsk district, pos. "Arkhangelskoe"

Tsvetnoy Boulevard

Once upon a time, the Neglinnaya River flowed at this place, but at the beginning of the 19th century it was chained into an underground pipe, and a flower market appeared on the surface, which later turned into a boulevard. Tsvetnoy Boulevard of the past, unlike the present, was an unpleasant place - drinking establishments were located here and asocial elements were housed. Now Tsvetnoy Boulevard is a great place for a leisurely walk among greenery and sculptures.

 Tsvetnoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard 0+

Tverskoy Boulevard, named after Tverskaya Street adjacent to it, was the first boulevard in the capital. The nobles who lived in mansions nearby loved to walk here in the shade of the linden alleys. Later, the linden trees were cut down by French troops who set up camp in these places, and the mansions were destroyed by fire. By the end of the 19th century, apartment buildings grew in their place. Now, walking along the boulevard, you can see the oldest oak tree in the capital, a fountain, monuments to Sergei Yesenin and Kliment Timiryazev.

 Tverskoy Blvd.

Northern River Station

The Northern River Station (also known as Khimki) is located next to the Khimki Reservoir. This is a striking monument of Stalinist architecture and one of the famous city attractions. The station building is built in the shape of a ship, there are fountains on its terraces, and on the tower there is a star, which in the 30s of the twentieth century adorned the Spasskaya Tower of the Kremlin. From the station you can go on a romantic walk around the reservoir on a comfortable boat or take a ride on the fast-moving Rocket.

 w. Leningradskoye, 51

Bolotnaya embankment 0+

Bolotnaya embankment appeared on the map of Moscow back in the 18th century - it connected the Bersenevka and Bolot districts. In the large economic and industrial district of Bolotnaya there were shops of local merchants, and later a power station was built that powered the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. At the end of the last century, the embankment experienced a rebirth - the old buildings were demolished and the area was landscaped.

 Bolotnaya embankment

Big Moskvoretsky Bridge 0+

The largest bridge in Moscow, Bolshoy Moskvoretsky, is located in the very center and connects Vasilyevsky Spusk and Varvarka Street. The bridge has stood in this place since 1498; in those days it was a floating bridge, and later it was rebuilt into a wooden one. The modern bridge appeared in 1938. It is 554 meters long, its space is divided into automobile and pedestrian zones.

 Big Moskvoretsky Bridge

Bohdan Khmelnytsky Bridge

The pedestrian bridge is located near the Kievsky railway station and connects the Rostov and Berezhkovskaya embankments of Moscow. The bridge was opened in 2001 and was originally called Kievsky, but three years later it was renamed the Bohdan Khmelnytsky Bridge. Now under the glass canopy there are shops and observation decks with balconies. From there you can see picturesque views of the Taras Shevchenko embankment and the Government House, Vorobyovy Gory, Moscow State University, the domes and bell towers of the Novodevichy Convent. Silver-Vinogradny Pond 0+

The oldest pond in Moscow was created by order of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich to protect the Izmailovo estate from spies and intruders. On its banks, grapes, almonds, watermelons, dates and melons, outlandish for the then Rus', were grown, and a little later the young Tsarevich Peter sailed along the pond on the famous boat, from which the history of the Russian fleet began. Nowadays, relaxing by the pond turns into an exciting excursion to historical sights. And near the reservoir there is a sandy beach, children's and sports grounds, a summer cafe, a boat station and bicycle rental.

 Serebryano-Vinogradny Pond

Vorontsovsky Park (Vorontsovo estate) 0+

Vorontsovsky Park with the estate of the same name located on its territory are architectural monuments of the late 18th century. The first owner of the estate was boyar Vorontsov - the oaks and linden trees he planted still grow in the park. Later, the estate changed hands, and at one time there was even a secret factory here that produced military balloons to fight Napoleon. Restoration of the park began at the beginning of the 21st century, and these days it is famous not only for its picturesque landscapes, but also for its ponds: in the summer you can ride a boat here, and in the winter you can swim in the ice hole. The most famous landmark of Vorontsovo is the Church of the Life-Giving Trinity.

 Vorontsovsky Park

Stroginskaya floodplain 0+

Majestically flowing into Moscow from the north-west, the river, which gives its name to the floodplain, pleases with the beauty of coastal landscapes and the relative purity of the water. Complete with scenic views are wakeboarding, windsurfing, picnics, fun sports competitions and even pheasant viewing.

 Stroginskaya floodplain

Zaryadye Park 0+

Zaryadye is the first park to open in the capital over the past seventy years. On the territory of the park there is an ice cave telling about the nature of the Arctic, landscape areas with their own microclimate, a media center with interactive exhibitions and film screenings, and a concert hall with an amphitheater. The highlight of the park is the Soaring Bridge, which offers an unforgettable view of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Kremlin and the skyscrapers of Moscow City.

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Beauty Moscow is an ancient and truly magnificent Russian city. Moscow, like a powerful magnet, attracts millions of tourists from all over the world who want to admire its countless cultural riches and historical attractions. In our article we will tell you where to go in Moscow to see the capital in all its splendor and touch its innermost secrets and centuries-old traditions.

1. Kremlin

The Kremlin is the first place every tourist must visit in Moscow. The ancient Moscow Kremlin, located on the banks of the Moscow River, is the main attraction of the Russian capital and the most recognizable architectural symbol of Russia. Stone walls and powerful towers, erected back in the 14th century, not only reliably protected the city, but also served as its main decoration. Today it is difficult to imagine that for five centuries the Moscow Kremlin was white stone, and only at the end of the 19th century it acquired its usual red color. The most famous of the twenty towers of the Kremlin is the Spasskaya Tower with the main Kremlin gates and the famous chimes. On the territory of the Kremlin there are many ancient Orthodox churches, including three cathedrals: Assumption, Archangel and Annunciation. One of the most interesting museums in the Kremlin is the Armory Chamber with its rich collection of grand ducal and royal treasures.

2. St. Basil's Cathedral

During a tour of Moscow, you should definitely visit the main Orthodox attraction of the city - Red Square, which rightfully ranks among the most beautiful churches in Russia. This is a real masterpiece of Russian architecture, reminiscent of a bright fairy-tale decoration: each dome of the cathedral has a unique color, and its walls are lavishly decorated with skillful paintings, semicircular kokoshniks and other decorative elements. The cathedral was erected by order of Ivan the Terrible in the middle of the 16th century in memory of the capture of Kazan. The temple received its name in honor of St. Basil, who had the gift of clairvoyance and enjoyed special respect from Ivan the Terrible. Currently, the cathedral houses a museum exhibition dedicated to the history and architecture of the temple.

The next place in Moscow where every tourist should go is Arbat. A walk along this famous pedestrian street in the center of the capital will allow you to fully experience the charm of old Moscow, as well as appreciate its modern attractions. The Golitsyns, Tolstoys, Sheremetevs and other noble noble families once lived in the ancient mansions of Arbat. Among the famous residents of Arbat was Alexander Pushkin, who lived here for several months with his wife Natalya Goncharova. In memory of this, there is a Pushkin house museum on Arbat, and opposite it there is a sculptural composition “Pushkin and Natalie”. The Vakhtangov Theater is rightfully considered one of the most famous buildings in Arbat, which is definitely worth a visit for connoisseurs of high art. In addition to historical places, on Arbat you can find many souvenir shops, shopping centers, cafes, restaurants and rather unusual entertainment venues. For example, here you can visit the Hard Rock Cafe, the Giant's House, the Museum of Optical Illusions and the Perfumery Museum. And talented artists and musicians who constantly stay on Arbat create a unique creative atmosphere here and give residents and guests of the capital a festive mood.

4. Diamond Fund

One of the most interesting attractions in Moscow for tourists is the Diamond Fund, the exhibition of which is located on the territory of the Moscow Kremlin and is one of the largest and most famous collections of precious stones in the whole world. The exhibition of the Diamond Fund presents imperial regalia, masterpieces of jewelry, rare precious stones and large diamonds. Among the particularly significant exhibits are the Great Imperial Crown, the imperial scepter with the Orlov diamond, the imperial orb with a diamond belt and a large sapphire, a giant emerald and the Mephistopheles gold nugget. Getting acquainted with the collection of the Diamond Fund will not leave even the most discerning visitors indifferent.

Every lover of opera and ballet should definitely go to the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow, which deservedly enjoys the reputation of the capital’s main theater and is widely known not only in Russia, but throughout the world. Its history began in the second half of the 18th century, during the reign of Catherine II. And the modern building of the Bolshoi Theater, depicted on the hundred-ruble banknote, was built in the middle of the 19th century. Over the years, Galina Vishnevskaya, Elena Obraztsova, Maris Liepa, Maya Plisetskaya, Nikolai Tsiskaridze and other world-famous opera and ballet stars performed on the stage of the Bolshoi Theater. A few years ago, a grandiose reconstruction was completed at the Bolshoi Theater: now the interior of the building has been recreated in the spirit of the pre-revolutionary era with its inherent imperial luxury. Bolshoi Theater productions are extremely popular, so it is better to purchase tickets 2-3 months before the performance.

6. Historical Museum in Moscow

The State Historical Museum is a popular tourist place in Moscow, which will be interesting not only for history buffs. The landmark is located on Red Square and has a unique collection of exhibits demonstrating the development of the history and culture of Russia from ancient times to the present day. The museum was founded by order of Emperor Alexander II, who dreamed that every resident of the Russian state would know their history and be proud of it. The collection of valuables of the Moscow Historical Museum is so large that if you stop at each display case with exhibits, by the end of the tour you will have traveled about 3.5 kilometers. The collection includes primitive tools, jewelry, ancient coins, ancient Russian chronicles, military armor and many other artifacts. Among the most memorable exhibits are a huge boat made of solid oak from the Stone Age, Novgorod birch bark letters of the boy Onfim, the first printed book “Apostle”, the royal throne of Ivan the Terrible, a huge globe of Peter I, a letter on a walrus tusk and the luxurious saber of Napoleon Bonaparte.

7. Gostiny Dvor

The Old Gostiny Dvor, located in close proximity to Red Square, is a large trade and exhibition center and the oldest Gostiny Dvor in Moscow. Since the 16th century, the wooden building of Gostiny Dvor housed merchant shops and warehouses. During the time of Catherine II, Gostiny Dvor became the most fashionable place in Moscow: the city's aristocracy bought clothes, jewelry and interior items here. Today, the spacious premises of Gostiny Dvor serve as a venue for charity events, grand shows, fashion shows and thematic exhibitions.

8. Armory

The Armory Chamber, located on the territory of the Kremlin, rightfully belongs to one of the most interesting museums and most visited attractions in Moscow. Within its walls is stored a unique collection of valuable objects and historical relics that belonged to Russian rulers and patriarchs, thanks to which the Armory Chamber is called the “treasury of Russia.” The exhibition is based on grand ducal state regalia, ceremonial royal clothing, military armor, a collection of gold and silver items and a luxurious collection of antique carriages. Particularly noteworthy are the amazingly beautiful Faberge eggs, the double throne for Peter I and his brother Ivan V, as well as the famous symbol of the Russian state - the Monomakh Cap.

9. Gorky Park

While on vacation in Moscow, you should definitely go to Gorky Park. Without exaggeration, it is the main park in Moscow and the first world-class park in Russia. This is not only one of the hottest entertainment spots in the capital, but also an excellent place for sports, recreation with children and cultural pastime. For lovers of active recreation, the park has sports grounds, a tennis court, a mini-football field, a skate area and a dance area. Connoisseurs of intellectual relaxation will be interested in visiting the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art and attending fascinating classes on history, literature and foreign languages ​​in the Lecture Hall. Children's playgrounds, the Green School young naturalists club, and the largest sandbox in Moscow are open for the park's youngest guests. And after dark, popular events in Gorky Park include observing the stars and planets at the observatory and film shows at the Pioneer summer open-air cinema.

10. Tretyakov Gallery

The Tretyakov Gallery is the most famous art gallery in Moscow, possessing one of the world's largest collections of Russian fine art. This cultural site is rightfully included in the list of the most visited attractions in Moscow. The gallery was founded in the mid-19th century by entrepreneur and philanthropist Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov, who had impeccable taste. The historical gallery building on Lavrushinsky Lane displays works from the times of Ancient Rus' to the beginning of the 20th century, and an exhibition dedicated to the art of the 20th century is housed in the building on Krymsky Val. The general collection of the museum includes more than a hundred thousand paintings. Particularly noteworthy are such masterpieces as “Trinity” by Andrei Rublev, “The Appearance of Christ to the People” by Alexander Ivanov, “Bogatyrs” by Viktor Vasnetsov, “Apotheosis of War” by Vasily Vereshchagin and “Morning in a Pine Forest” by Ivan Shishkin.

11. Moskvarium Oceanarium

If you have a lot of free time, then do not forget to go to the main aquarium of Russia in Moscow - “Moskvarium” at VDNKh. Through the glass of huge aquariums here you can watch killer whales, giant Asian fish, moray eels, octopuses and stingrays at arm's length. Children enjoy spending time at the Dolphin Swimming Center: in special pools you can swim with friendly sea creatures, accompanied by experienced trainers. Moskvarium guests will be given a lot of pleasant impressions by fascinating seminars about the underwater world, an interactive “Round the World Trip” and spectacular water shows with the participation of dolphins, walruses and sea lions.

12. Ostankino TV tower

The tallest building in Europe, the Ostankino TV Tower, rightfully belongs to the main symbols of the Russian capital. The height of the Ostankino Tower exceeds half a kilometer, so it is not surprising that its powerful television signal covers the entire vast territory of Moscow and the Moscow region. To visit the Ostankino TV tower, tickets must be purchased in advance. During the tour, you will learn interesting facts about the history of construction and architectural features of the tower, and also take a high-speed elevator to a closed observation deck located at an altitude of 337 meters (for comparison, this is the level of the 112th floor). It offers a magnificent bird's eye view, making the Ostankino TV Tower one of the most attractive places to visit in Moscow.

13. Moscow Planetarium

The Moscow Planetarium, one of the largest planetariums in the world, is deservedly considered the real pride of the capital. Its visitors will be able to feel the boundlessness of the Universe, feel the charm of the mysterious starry sky and take a virtual space journey to distant planets. The main hall of the planetarium is the Great Star Hall. Inside its giant dome, it creates the effect of a night sky dotted with bright constellations. You can witness the flight of a comet, a lunar eclipse and other astronomical phenomena. In the Urania Museum you will see a collection of meteorites, relief globes of the Earth, Venus and Mars, as well as a grandiose model of the Solar System. From May to September, there is a Large Observatory on the roof of the planetarium, where with the help of a powerful telescope you can see the neighboring galaxy, distant planets and globular star clusters.

14. Bunker-42 on Taganka

Bunker 42 on Taganka, which goes more than 60 meters deep into the earth, was once a classified facility of the Soviet Union, and today has become a popular attraction in Moscow. In this secret bunker, which has about 20 underground floors, the Soviet leadership planned to hide from an atomic explosion at the height of the Cold War. The construction of the bomb shelter was entrusted to the designers of the Moscow metro, who coped with the task perfectly. The strong walls of the bunker reliably protected against ground attacks, secret technical facilities could, if necessary, deliver a retaliatory nuclear strike, and food supplies stored in underground pantries could last for several months. The bunker building hosts many thematic excursions, which will certainly be of interest to history buffs of the Soviet period.

15. Nikulin Circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard

The most famous circus in Russia was founded in Moscow in the second half of the 19th century by the hereditary circus artist Albert Salamonsky. During the Soviet Union, the stars of the circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard were Oleg Popov, Mikhail Rumyantsev (known under the pseudonym “Pencil”) and the famous Soviet actor Yuri Nikulin, whose name the circus bears to this day. The show programs of the Nikulin Circus are always interesting and varied: acrobats, tightrope walkers, aerialists, illusionists, jugglers and, of course, domestic and exotic animals perform in its arena, demonstrating real miracles of dexterity and intelligence. This is one of the best places in Moscow where you can go with the whole family.

16. Moscow Zoo

Another great attraction in Moscow for a family holiday is the Moscow Zoo, which is known as one of the oldest zoos in Europe and is famous for its rich, long-standing traditions. For more than a century and a half, the Moscow Zoo has been delighting its visitors with a variety of exotic animals living outside its walls. The territory of the zoo is divided into many thematic exhibitions: “Cats of the Tropics”, “Spectacled Bears and Sloth Bears”, “Giraffe House”, “Birds of Prey Rock”, “Elephant House”, “Birds and Butterflies” and many others. Little guests of the zoo have a great time watching mischievous capuchins cheerfully jumping from branch to branch, and watching funny penguins, one by one, sliding down an icy mountain into the water.

17. Sparrow Hills

The legendary Sparrow Hills are one of the best places in Moscow for walking. Happy newlyweds come here on their wedding day, artists look here for subjects for their future paintings, and the great Russian writer Anton Pavlovich Chekhov said that everyone who wants to know Russia should see Moscow from here. You can start a walk through the picturesque territory of the Sparrow Hills from the famous high-rise building of Moscow State University, then go to the observation deck and enjoy the wonderful panorama of the capital. In summer, on the territory of the Vorobyovy Gory there are ecological trails perfect for leisurely walks, and in winter, lovers of active recreation and skiing gather on the snow-covered slope.

The picturesque palace and park ensemble “Tsaritsyno” is one of the most beautiful sights of Moscow. The history of the estate began in the 17th century - then it belonged to wealthy Moscow princes. In the second half of the 18th century, Empress Catherine II bought the estate and established a luxurious imperial residence here, which included several palace buildings and a beautiful park. Today, guests of Tsaritsyn can take a fascinating tour of the palace halls and park alleys, as well as visit an art exhibition or a music concert, which has long become a good tradition here. A photo session in historical costumes against the backdrop of the luxurious interiors of the royal palace is very popular among visitors.

Now you know where to go in Moscow, but keep in mind: the listed attractions are only a small part of all the interesting things.

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Many may think that Moscow is a city exclusively of high-rise buildings, museums, temples and architectural monuments. Among other things, it is also a comfortable metropolis with many interesting places. Where can you go for a walk with your children in Moscow?

Whether it’s a holiday, a birthday, or an ordinary weekend that you want to spend with your child, there is always a park or establishment in the capital where you can have a good rest and learn something new. So, where can you go for a walk with your child in Moscow?

Moscow Planetarium

The planetarium is rightfully considered one of the most popular places to spend time with children. The institution has created all the conditions for a comfortable study of the secrets of the Universe. The planetarium consists of several star halls, where adults and children can observe the life of remote corners of space. The Urania Museum and the Theater of Entertaining Science always welcome visitors who are ready to watch various space experiments, performances and interactive games.

There is a 4D cinema on the territory of the planetarium. By purchasing tickets for the session, you will make an incredible adventure into the depths of the ocean, into the center of a huge hurricane, or into the mouth of a volcano that is about to begin spewing sizzling lava. Where can you go for a walk in Moscow with your child? Undoubtedly, the Observatory is a wonderful place. If the weather is clear, you can use a telescope to observe stars, nebulae and solar system objects. The Planetarium is ready to organize a birthday party in a space style for its little guests; for children this will be an incredible event that they will remember for the rest of their lives.

Moscow Zoo

The zoo is one of those places that every time opens up something new and exciting for the visitor. A visit to this place will not only be a wonderful pastime, because by studying our little brothers and their way of life, the child gains new knowledge, which will definitely be useful to him later at school. Within the walls of the Moscow Zoo, about 7 thousand different animals are collected, including owls, pumas, lions, elephants, crickets, bears, wolves, tigers and orangutans. The zoo hosts various shows for children - feeding demonstrations, horse and pony rides, quests and environmental festivals.

If your child has a birthday soon, you can spend it at the zoo - all conditions have been created for this. There is also a children's corner where kids can interact with animals, pet them and examine them up close. In addition, entertaining long jump competitions are held for the children, where their competitors are hares and kangaroos.

The zoo is the best place to take a walk with your child in Moscow, and with benefit!

Izmailovo Kremlin

One of the most beautiful outdoor places to take your kids for a walk in Moscow is the Kremlin in Izmailovo. This is an incredibly colorful and vibrant amusement park, which is decorated according to the best traditions of the Old Russian style. Children can see real palaces and towers, which are decorated with carvings and various ornaments, as well as visit the famous Museums of bread and Russian toys.

There are also creative workshops on site where you can watch how a rag doll is sewn, chocolate and aromatic soap are made. In a pottery workshop you can not only learn how a clay pot is made, but also make one yourself. The Izmailovo Kremlin has all the conditions for relaxation; there are several cafes and restaurants where you can eat deliciously and go for a walk with your children again. For souvenir lovers, there are special shops where you can buy figurines and dishes decorated in the Old Slavonic style.

Children's Wonderland Park

When the question arises, where to go for a walk with a child in the center of Moscow, the answer suggests itself - Children's Wonderland Park. It is located near the Retail shopping center, so after making the necessary purchases, you can stop by here and have a wonderful rest. When entering the park, you get the impression that you are in a fairy tale - everything around is so magical! This area is a village consisting of neat wooden houses. There is also a mill and a small zoo, where mainly farm animals are presented - goats, turkeys, ducks, chickens and piglets. Children can not only look at the animals, but also feed them.

On the territory there is a bright children's playground, which has swings, slides, and a large sandbox. The park hosts a large number of entertainment shows - holidays, quests, master classes, folk dances and concerts.

Museum of Russian Fairy Tales "Once Upon a Time"

The museum is one of those entertainment establishments where a child will definitely not get bored, because he himself takes a direct part in a theatrical show based on famous Russian fairy tales. Having put on the costume of their favorite character, kids are immersed in the incredible world of myths, legends, modern and old fairy tales. The guys become fighters against evil, protect the village from attacks, win beautiful princesses and solve various riddles.

In the museum you can get acquainted with the life of fairy-tale characters, see a Russian stove, painted paintings, a loom and much more.

Oceanarium on Dmitrovskoye Shosse

Many people are interested in where to take a walk in Moscow with a child without leaving the capital. One of the popular places to spend time with children is the Oceanarium on Dmitrovskoye Shosse, which is considered the largest in the city. The establishment consists of a system of tunnels under water, which provide the opportunity to observe the life of marine life - sharks, tropical fish, moray eels, barracudas, seals, alligators, turtles and even penguins. In addition to exploring the giant aquariums, visitors can watch seal shows and see staff feeding sharks and other aquatic life.

Tagansky Park

When thinking about where to go for a walk with your child in Moscow in the summer, you should definitely take into account the Tagansky Culture and Recreation Park. It is perfect for a quiet family walk. Lovers of nature and clean air can thoroughly enjoy picturesque places, bright greenery, beautiful flowers and trees. There is a large colorful fountain in the park, near which a large number of people usually gather.

There are plenty of different entertainments for kids here - capoeira, acrobatics, football, fencing and other outdoor sports games. There is an Agility School on site, where children are taught juggling, tennis and the basics of contact tai chi, as well as a Creativity Center, where they teach acting, handicrafts, dancing and gymnastics. There are also classes for young children using various proprietary development methods.

Sokolniki Park"

The territory of the park is organized in such a way that every visitor can find something to do to their liking. For music lovers there are concert stages and a dance veranda, and for reading lovers there are library reading rooms. There are four amusement towns for children, which update their entertainment every year, so Sokolniki Park can safely be called a place where children of completely different ages will be interested.

For children who play sports, there is a rental of bicycles, scooters, and roller skates. The park also offers tennis courts, swimming pools and a chess club. You can take a walk here not only in summer, but also in winter. So, during the cold season, a huge number of children gather in Sokolniki and go sledding, skiing, skating and ice-skating. Every holiday, the park hosts concerts of famous artists, symphony and brass bands, theatrical performances, musical programs and literary evenings.

Kuzminki Park

Many residents of the capital and visitors are interested in where to go for a walk in Moscow with a child. Kuzminki Park is considered one of the options for a wonderful summer holiday in the city. This is the best landscape place that every connoisseur of beauty should definitely visit. While in the park, you can see not only amazing forests and flowers, but also a diverse animal world. Children, for example, will really enjoy interacting with squirrels, who quickly run through the trees and eat nuts. They can be seen especially often at feeders, where plenty of nuts and grains are poured. These fluffy animals are tame, so a child can not only see a squirrel up close, but also hold it in his arms.

Of course, many come here to see the famous old Kuzminki Estate. In summer, the park is incredibly beautiful, as it hosts flower exhibitions. For family holidays, Kuzminki is great because it hosts family events, as well as karting and a dance school.

Water park "Kva-kva park"

There is nothing better for children than riding water slides, jumping on trampolines and swimming in pools with fountains, so the Kva-kva Park water park is rightfully considered the best place of entertainment. Where can you go for a walk in Moscow with your child? Of course, within the park. There is a water cannon and incredible children's slides. Parents do not have to worry about the baby catching a cold, since the water is always kept at 33 degrees. For older children, the water park has water slides that reach a height of 12 meters. They have such steep whirlpools and turns that even adults will experience incredible extreme sports. Parents can easily leave their children to walk in the water park for a while, as there are cheerful animators working there.

Trubetskoy estate in Khamovniki

In the very center of Moscow there is an amazing park with a lot of entertainment for children. Since there are a huge number of green spaces and recreational areas, this place will be an ideal solution to the problem of where to go for a walk in Moscow with a small child. The territory of the estate itself is small, but the park is very well-groomed, there are plenty of places for walking with children: ponds with ancient bridges, clearings with ornate trees and shrubs, lakes with graceful swans, aviaries with squirrels, incredibly beautiful flower beds. There is a lot of entertainment for the children - new playgrounds, a Children's Art Center, an equestrian club and a concert venue where fun holidays are often held. The park also has a small bird zoo where you can see ducks, geese, guinea fowl, parrots and pheasants.

"Apothecary Garden"

The question of where to go for a walk with a baby in Moscow worries many young mothers who want to provide their baby with a comfortable and exciting time. One of the beautiful parks where you can enjoy nature and landscapes to your heart’s content is the Aptekarsky Ogorod Botanical Garden. In summer you can see many unique plants here, among which even bright predatory flowers are dangerous for insects and rodents. In winter, the park hosts an exhibition of orchids, which will be of interest to both adults and children.

Moscow is a wonderful city with many places to relax with children! Therefore, the answer to the question of where it is interesting to take a walk in Moscow with a child is almost everywhere! Have a nice walk!

Going to Moscow, I constantly thought about why this city never became a popular tourist destination among our compatriots. It is beautiful, interesting and more than colorful here. Everyone understands this. But for some reason such things always remain behind the scenes - as if somewhere on the sidelines. On the one hand, Belarusians travel to Moscow regularly. On the other hand, only a few will have a camera with them. As if Moscow does not exist for this at all. “Peter, yes. And Moscow? Well, what is there to photograph?”

Probably, just six months ago, when my passport proudly displayed a Schengen visa, I myself would hardly have gone here. But now I am not at all disappointed that I decided to take this trip. The capital of Russia is truly a great city. And there is not an ounce of politics in these words now. I liked it here. Even though the cold weather is literally driving me crazy for the second trip in a row. And even despite the fact that for me personally this was not my first trip to this city. Oh well... Enough chatter.

Read further in our article about what interesting places in Moscow a tourist should visit, as well as how Tanya and I personally spent a weekend in this city. I’ll try to show you the capital of Russia as only Chinese tourists see it. As Gagarin said: “Let's go!”

Interesting places in Moscow: where to go as a tourist and what to do in the Russian capital

Visit the Moscow residence of Catherine II.

For lovers of antiquity and classical Russian architecture, the Tsaritsyno museum complex, located near the metro station of the same name, is a real “must see”. It’s beautiful, cozy and somehow un-Moscow quiet. In general, when you get here, it’s as if you’re falling into some other reality. I could imagine such a building somewhere in St. Petersburg. But in Moscow it looked like an alien from some parallel world.
Well, imagine: you are walking through the city. On the one hand, there is some kind of shabby market. On the other hand, high-rise apartment buildings. And then suddenly you cross the road and a huge palace appears in front of you. There is a large park around, a crystal pond with an unreal number of ducks, forged lanterns and numerous bridges with mysterious Masonic symbols. It feels like in just a few minutes you have wandered into some other - completely unfamiliar world. It's just a brain dump.

Bridge over the ravine. And a bunch of Masonic symbols.

In general, the Tsaritsyno museum complex is not only the famous Grand Palace (which does not want to fit entirely into the frame). But also a large number of other historical buildings. The bread house, ancient greenhouses, figured bridges, the Temple of the Icon of the Mother of God - all these buildings fit organically into the territory of one large Moscow park. It is very difficult to talk about this complex “in a nutshell”. Therefore, a little later I will publish a separate article on this topic. And now I’ll just sketch out a few more photographs here so that you can appreciate the beauty and grandeur of this museum. Not a single list of the most interesting places in Moscow is complete without mentioning the Tsaritsyn complex.

Bread House (aka Kitchen Building). A canteen, in short.

Grand Palace

Tanya and I. Selfie inside the imperial palace

Well, I think you recognize this lady.

At the end of the block, some useful information that my Tanya always insists on... The Tsaritsyno Museum is open all week except Monday. Working hours:

• Tuesday–Friday: from 11:00 to 18:00
• Saturday: from 11:00 to 20:00
• Sunday: from 11:00 to 19:00
• The park adjacent to the complex is open from 6 a.m. to midnight.

A comprehensive ticket to all halls and exhibitions costs 650 Russian rubles. A ticket to the Grand Palace and the Bread House will cost less - 350 rubles. A visit to the greenhouses alone costs 250 rubles. The third Sunday of every month - admission to all halls is free (as, by the way, to other museums in Moscow). More detailed information about the Tsaritsyno Museum and current exhibitions can be found on the website www.tsaritsyno-museum.ru.

Take a walk along the Kremlin walls.

The Grand Palace in Tsaritsyno is a very beautiful and picturesque place. But there is one ancient fortress in Moscow, which will still always remain number one for tourists. I think you know what I mean.
The Moscow Kremlin is a symbol of Moscow. And at the same time, it is also a symbol of all of Russia. From its walls, soldiers went to the front in 1941. The great Victory Parade took place at its walls four years later.

As for me personally, I really liked this place. You can feel the spirit of modern Russia in it. It’s as if everything that this distant and near country lives with is embodied in the features of one building. Ruby stars, an honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the famous clock on the Spasskaya Tower are all worth seeing. As, indeed, many other colorful little things scattered in the immediate vicinity of the Kremlin walls. Here, for example, is the “Minsk” star on the alley of “Hero Cities”.
Monuments to characters of Russian fairy tales.

A fountain with galloping horses (which, unfortunately, was not yet open in March).

All this gives the city a special charm, showing tourists that the most interesting places in Moscow can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.

Look into Lenin's mausoleum.

I’ll be honest: Tanya and I personally never made it here during our three days in Moscow. Therefore, I will write about this iconic place (at least for the Russian capital) in a nutshell. So, guess the riddle: how is Minsk different from Moscow? It’s clear that you can find hundreds of answers to this question. But in this case, I would note only one difference: in Minsk Lenin is vertical, and in Moscow he is horizontal. Although both of them are more of a monument than a person. The body of the leader of the world proletariat has been in the mausoleum since 1924. And since then, the “human” remains of Vladimir Ilyich, as many experts note, have been preserved by less than 10 percent.

Wander around Red Square.

Just wander around, because taking pictures of anything here is practically useless. Clouds of Chinese are constantly creeping into the frame, for whom Moscow, after the collapse of the Russian ruble, has become the most popular travel destination. To say that there are a lot of them is to say nothing. Instead, I will note another interesting fact - many inscriptions in the center of Moscow are already duplicated in Chinese. Here, for example, is what the price tags look like in Moscow GUM.

Eat ice cream at the Moscow GUM.

By the way, about GUM... For me personally, this store became the most vivid impression of this entire spring trip. And the point here is not at all about shopping, but about the atmosphere itself that reigns under the glass arches of this ancient building. If you name the most interesting places in Moscow, I would boldly put the main department store of this city in first place. Why? I personally can find several answers to this question at once.

When you get here, you seem to be immersed in the atmosphere of Soviet Moscow of the 60-70s. Under the vaults of the store, melodies of USSR hits sound. Soviet posters hang on the walls. And colorful and strict ice cream makers deliver branded Soviet ice cream in waffle cones (1 = 50 rubles) through the long galleries of GUM.

I understand that in the CIS space the words “Soviet”, “USSR-ovsky”, as well as the word “GUM” itself, sound at least ambiguous. Many see them as unnecessary, moldy relics of the past. Or some kind of Soviet dullness. But Moscow GUM has nothing in common with all this. Here the atmosphere of the USSR does not repel, but on the contrary – fascinates, attracts and inspires. I want to get into it. And take it with you. Like the music of Eduard Khil. Or the song “White Steamer” from the comedy “Guardian”, which still plays in my head. Remember her?

What else do I remember about Moscow GUM? Painted benches, colorful dining room No. 57, romantic bridges hovering somewhere under glass arches, and this unusual tree, studded with dozens of colorful birdhouses with the names of various stores. It’s hard not to fall in love with a Moscow like this. After all, this city knows how to be not only frowning and stern, but also open, romantic and soulful like spring.

Admire the ancient Moscow churches

The ancient churches of the Russian capital have long become symbols known throughout the world. Russia may not be understood. You don't have to love Russia. But it’s very, very difficult not to admire the beauty of ancient Russian architecture. And, with my hands on the sacred buttons of my laptop keyboard, I can absolutely honestly say that Moscow's St. Basil's Cathedral is one of the most beautiful buildings I have ever seen in my life. But in the Russian capital there are many other interesting churches... The Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Epiphany Cathedral, the Church of St. Sophia and many others - each of these places is a full-fledged attraction. We only found a few of them. Below I am attaching a couple of photos.

Go to a performance in one of the Moscow theaters

I probably won’t deviate too much from the truth if I say that Russian theatrical art has been and remains, if not the best in the world, then definitely one of the best. The Bolshoi Theater, the Vakhtangov Theater, the Moscow Art Theater - all these names are known far beyond the borders of Russia. Although, to be honest, now I somehow don’t want to burden you with serious stories about high art. Therefore, instead of long enumeration, I will say only one thing: in most Moscow theaters you can watch live the performance of many stars of modern Russian TV series. For example, Tanya and I were going to go to a performance with the participation of some actors from the famous television project “Kitchen”. Unfortunately, this plan was never realized. But maybe you can find time to go to the theater during your trip?

Ride the Moscow metro.

What you really won't miss during a trip to the Russian capital is the Moscow metro. Without it, moving around the city is almost impossible. Especially if you drive mainly through the central part of the city, which regularly suffers from traffic jams.
However, this is probably for the best. After all, the metro in the Russian capital is another full-fledged tourist attraction, which can easily be considered one of the most interesting places in Moscow. Many guidebooks call this subway “an underground masterpiece of architecture” and the most beautiful subway in Europe. Although, in my subjective opinion, not all local subway stations really deserve attention. The only exceptions are the oldest stations of the Moscow metro - Revolution Square, Kyiv (ring), Mayakovskaya, Novoslobodskaya. Personally, I also really liked the Vorobyovy Gory metro station, where Tanya and I found some random exhibition of folk items. And also the Vystavochnaya metro station, combined with the glass Bagration Bridge. This bridge offers an excellent view of the Moscow River embankment, as well as the skyscrapers of Moscow City. Uncleaned windows everywhere add a bit of ointment to the ointment. But these are, so to speak, the little things in life.

Oh yeah... I also really liked those subway stations where the trains pop up to the surface. You drive and drive through the dark tunnels of the subway and then suddenly - wow - there is such beauty all around.

Take a photo of the tallest building in Europe.

Honestly speaking, for me personally, the skyscrapers of the Russian capital and the local business center in general have been and remain one of the most interesting places in Moscow. Each building is a separate masterpiece. Just look at the twisted spiral of the Evolution Tower (No. 1 according to Tanya) or the “City of Capitals” complex, as if made of giant cubes. All together it looks very beautiful and impressive. And the glare playing on the waves of the Moscow River only enhances this impression.

As for the tallest buildings, there are three of them (no matter how strange it may sound). The Mercury Tower held this title in 2013. OKO Tower - in 2014. And the eastern part of the Federation Tower is the tallest building in Europe at the time of writing this article. Its height is 374 meters. Damn... I don't know about you, but I just love skyscrapers.

Skyscraper Mercury is the first on the right; Federation Tower is the double building to its left. In the center is the twisted spiral of the Evolution Tower.

If anyone is interested: some towers of the complex are equipped with separate observation platforms. I personally don’t know how cool the view is from there. But this pleasure is quite expensive - 500 Russian rubles (at the time of writing this article - 150 thousand Belarusian rubles). For 5500 rub. You can even arrange a date in the Moscow City complex. More detailed information about this is presented on the website moscow-city-observovaya.rf.

View Moscow from Sparrow Hills

However, several excellent viewing platforms in Moscow can be found absolutely free. The most popular of them is the observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory, located near the metro station of the same name. The only drawback in this case is that you will have to walk a little more to get there. Part of the path goes uphill – along the roads of a local park. The other part is along the highway, on ordinary asphalt. In total, it takes 10-15 minutes to walk from the doors of the metro station to the Vorobyovy Gory observation deck. Oh, yes: also dress warmly. It is quite cool and windy at the observation deck.

Find all seven Stalinist skyscrapers.

Russian Foreign Ministry building

The Vorobyovy Gory observation deck is also notable for the fact that it is from here that you can see all seven Stalinist skyscrapers, which were and remain one of the main symbols of modern Moscow. To be honest, I personally counted only six similar buildings from this site. I saw two more similar buildings a long time ago in Riga and Warsaw. And in Moscow itself, I was able to see only two such buildings up close - the Moscow State University skyscraper (near Vorobyovy Gory) and the building of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (near Old Arbat). I saw all the others only in the distance - somewhere in the distance or even on the horizon.

The Moscow State University building, which for 37 years was the tallest building in Europe. It is believed that materials from the destroyed Cathedral of Christ the Savior and the German Reichstag were used in the construction of this tower. And according to one of the projects, a monument to “Worker and Collective Farm Woman” should have stood next to it.

And again the building of the Russian Foreign Ministry

Tanya freezing in Moscow

Why was these buildings so interesting to me? I don’t know... Maybe I was somehow attracted by their sacred meaning, which is constantly attributed to them, coupled with the numerous secrets of their creation. Moscow skyscrapers are called “places of power”, “space conductors” and “analogues of the Egyptian pyramids”. Fans of various stories related to aliens say that Stalin built them as “communication switchboards” with extraterrestrial civilizations. And native Muscovites claim that under some buildings there are hidden entrances to secret subway lines (the so-called Metro-2).
Which of this is true and which is fiction, I, of course, don’t know. However, it is known for certain that initially there should have been not seven, but eight high-rise buildings. For the sake of one of them, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior was even specially blown up in 1931. A few years later, the grandiose construction of the Palace of the Soviets began on this site, which was stopped due to the outbreak of World War II. Subsequently, the project to construct the eighth and most important high-rise building was never implemented. However, the original sketches of the building have survived to this day. Therefore, it is still possible to imagine what this architectural giant, topped with a gigantic monument to Lenin, would look like.

photo stroi.mos.ru

See the famous monument to “Worker and Collective Farm Woman”

Another symbol of the Soviet empire and at the same time one of the most famous monuments of our time is located near the VDNH metro station, not far from the Cosmos hotel. The steel sculpture stands on a separate pedestal. And it looks gloomy, but impressive. This is probably what the real symbol of the Soviet Union should be.

Immerse yourself in the history of space exploration.

In fact, it’s worth coming to the VDNKh station not only for the famous monument to Vera Mukhina. In addition to it, there is the Museum of Cosmonautics, the famous (but also rather gloomy) Cosmos Hotel, as well as the monument to the Conquerors of Space, which appears before your eyes almost immediately after exiting the metro. In March 2016, against the backdrop of the leaden Moscow sky, this pointed stele looked very unusual and even somehow mystical. The monument seemed surprisingly cold to me. But at the same time, it was difficult to look away from him.

Find the Belarusian pavilion at the Exhibition of National Economic Achievements.

The golden fountains of VDNKh and the pavilions of this all-Union exhibition themselves were one of the main reasons for me to travel to Moscow. I don’t know why, but personally I expected a lot from them. And in the end, it was this place on the map of the Russian capital that disappointed me the most. Golden fountains disappeared behind piles of scaffolding. The alleys of the adjacent park were somehow gloomy and lifeless due to bad weather. It seemed as if some kind of endless, depressing autumn reigned in this place. Although, probably, in warm weather VDNKh looks much brighter and more welcoming.

One way or another, we still managed to find the Belarusian pavilion of this old exhibition. Does it look really cool? No. But it’s still worth visiting this interesting corner of Moscow. Personally, I remember this space rocket much more here.
Colorful, isn't it?

Take a walk along Moscow Arbat.

We ended our trip to Moscow with a walk through another famous corner of the Russian capital - the old Arbat. And I remember it for some huge number of unusual and amazing little things.
For example, here is a replica of the imperial crown in one of the local souvenir shops.

Tsoi's Wall.

A huge portrait of Zhukov on one of the walls.

And an unusual blue trolleybus, turned into one of the iconic Moscow cafes.

Also on the old Arbat there is a huge green Gulliver, the “golden” princess Turandot and an inconspicuous house where Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin once lived. All these pleasant little things turn Moscow's Arbat into a very colorful and unusual street - one of the most interesting in Moscow. Personally, we walked here with pleasure. Even though at that moment I had two loaded bags hanging on me.

Pushkin House

In general, this trip to Moscow met my expectations by about 70-80 percent. I liked this city. But I can’t say that I just fell in love with him. In general, my impressions after this trip are a topic for a full-fledged separate article. Therefore, now I will wrap up (and the text has turned out to be very large). Bye, comrades!

Excursions in Moscow

If you’re still somehow not used to walking around the Russian capital on your own, here’s another piece of free advice for you. You can find many unusual signature tours. There are programs for every taste, many of which will surprise even native Moscow residents. In addition, all excursions also have descriptions, ratings and reviews from previous tourists. Pay attention to such nuances, and you are guaranteed to get an excellent tour and a lot of vivid impressions from exploring the city.

As confirmation, here is a small selection of excursions in Moscow from professional guides.

Apartments for a day in Moscow

It is believed that Moscow is a rather expensive city. However, compared to European cities or even the Baltic countries, housing prices here are very reasonable. Therefore, finding a normal option for a trip to Moscow is not at all difficult. The main thing is to make sure that the housing you choose is located in close proximity to the metro - without it it is very difficult to move around the Russian capital.

Personally, Tanya and I, during our trip to Moscow, rented a large room in a huge four-room apartment near the Sevastopolskaya metro station. And at the same time they paid absolutely ridiculous money for it - something like 4 euros per day. Yes, I understand, you are probably all thinking now: “What kind of housing is this?” Therefore, here is a description of this apartment itself, as well as the method by which you could rent it for only 4 euros per day.

In general, a modern apartment in the Russian capital not far from one of the local metro stations can be rented for 25-35 dollars per day. Of course, if you wish, you can find an apartment for less. However, I repeat: it is difficult to move around Moscow without the metro, so it is very important that the option you choose is within walking distance from a particular station.

You can find the best options and get a small bonus upon registration on the website AIRBNB. And don’t forget that this site has its own discount coupons and promotional codes, by entering which you can reduce the cost of your chosen home by 11 or even 50 dollars in just two clicks.

Hotels in the Russian capital

There are also a lot of hotels in Moscow. But, if you choose this option, be sure to remember that the same number on different sites can cost completely differently! Therefore, it is best to look for options through search engine sites (for example, such as RoomGuru). These services allow you to compare prices in different booking systems and book hotels exactly where they are cheapest.

Red Square is one of the most significant places in the city, and in Russia as a whole. The capital's youth like to hang out here in the evenings. Guests of the city also strive to visit Red Square. If you come to Moscow in transit, and you have one night, and the next morning a train or plane leaves for another city, then you can devote this time to the main square of the city.

This is also a great way to save money on a hotel. You can relax by sitting down on a comfortable bench or going to a cafe. The food here is delicious. Having regained your strength, move on.

Not far from Krasnaya, there is Manezhnaya Square. It is also interesting to walk here at dusk. Many people like it at any time of the day or night.

Walk around the square near the Bolshoi Theater. Night illumination makes this building fabulous and solemn at the same time. The play of night light on the jets of the fountain is also mesmerizing. The fountain is not only near the Bolshoi Theater. In the summer, hundreds of large and small fountains operate in Moscow.

They are also found on the outskirts. Speaking about how and where to walk around Moscow at night, it should be said that it is better not to travel to remote areas at this time of day due to the crime situation, but there are exceptions.

Walking on the outskirts

There are places on the outskirts of Moscow that are not only possible to visit, but also pleasant at night. Shoppers who want to transport themselves to Vegas for a few nights can do just that.

Moscow "Vegas" is located on the 24th kilometer of the ring road. If you want to find boutiques open, you should arrive before 24 o’clock at night. That's what time they close. But the “Your Home” shopping center is open all night. At this time there is almost no one here, so you can wander in silence in this kingdom of products for the home and garden.

Almost the same goods are sold in “Obi” on Varshavskoye Shosse, which is also pleasant to walk along at night. Here you can sit on benches or garden swings. To have a snack, you need to walk from this center to the Varshavskaya metro station.

Tents near the metro sell hot coffee, sandwiches, and hamburgers all night. It's also nice to walk here. At this time there are fewer cars on the highway than during the day, so you can safely cross from one side of the street to the other.

At 5 am the trains start running. You can use them to get to Paveletsky Station and wander around there. The metro opens at 5.40. It will quickly take you home or to the station.

There are many places for pleasant night walks in Moscow. The main thing is not to forget about your safety and, if necessary, go to a cafe to have a tasty meal, relax and recuperate.