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About Moscow

If Moscow is a heart of Russia, Red Square is a heart of Moscow. Onion shaped domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral, famous GUM department store, red walls of Kremlin, Lenin’s mausoleum and State History Museum – there is nothing more recognizable and yet more impressive than this view.



Red Square
The Kremlin

Small fortified city in the center of Moscow, once the residence of Russian Tsars, nowadays the Kremlin houses political headquarters of the country: Government and Presidential estates. Behind world-famous red walls you will find Russia's main cathedrals as well as other ancient and relatively modern buildings. The Armory is a separate museum on the Kremlin territory housing a breathtaking collection of gold, silver, jewelry, imperial clothes and Fabergé eggs.

Arbat Street

The first historical records of Moscow’s most famous street relate to 1493. In the 19th century Arbat turned to be a favorite neighborhood for Moscow's nobility and creative intelligentsia. Over the years the street has developed into one of the most popular places in Moscow, you can meet here dancers, street artists, and get into multiple numerous shops, cafes and art galleries.

Pushkin Fine Arts Museum

Pushkin Fine Arts Museum is probably one of the most enjoyable fine arts museums in Russia. Magnificent interiors and rich collection make it a rewarding destination. Museum’s collection includes works of Renaissance masters, incredible pieces of Impressionists and Post-impressionists, and a wide selection of Ancient Civilization exhibits such as Egyptian and Troy artifacts.

Russian capital is an incredible mix of ancient and modern, traditions and creativity, which can be found in all aspects of city life. Ready to plunge Moscow’s bursting energy? Check the list of its top attractions below.