Places for a walk with a girl. Lake Senezh is a natural complex that amazes the imagination with its beauty

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Small alleys and large parks, in which you will find a lot of entertainment and attractions, huge garden and park ensembles that once belonged to tsars and princes - all these are places where you can escape from city everyday life and have a great rest. Some prefer arboretums, others prefer picturesque lakes, and others prefer gardens with flowers. In Moscow, everyone will find what they are looking for. There are many beautiful places in the capital where you can feel the unity with nature and do beautiful pictures... Our selection is about them.

Sparrow Hills
Here you can walk along picturesque squares, paths or embankments located at the bottom of the reserve. Also on the Sparrow Hills there are ecological trails and Andreevskie ponds. There you can take a breath from the frantic pace of life, typical for all megacities. The nature reserve has an observation deck with a beautiful view of the capital. Connoisseurs of an active lifestyle will not be bored either - there are bike paths for them, and in the cold season you can go skiing to your heart's content, returning to the top on a comfortable lift.



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Museum-reserve "Tsaritsyno"
There is a beautiful Gothic palace, around which a park with a strict planning and artificial reservoirs is laid out. There is also a fountain with light and music, greenhouses and flower gardens. All this hints at the boundless financial solvency of the former owner of these lands - the great Empress Catherine II. Today in the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve there is a rental of electric cars and segways. You can also take a boat ride, take part in exciting games, feed small animals, or just sit on a bench, enjoying the silence.

Moscow, st. Dolskaya, 1


Tsaritsyno (Zamoskvoretskaya line)


Tuesday to Friday - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Saturdays from 10:00 to 20:00. Sundays - from 10:00 to 19:00



Patriarch's Ponds
This landmark is famous as one of the most mysterious places in Moscow. Citizens and guests of the capital like to walk here. Rumor has it that all the stories about Patriarch's Ponds are based on real facts. Utilities regularly clean the pond and monitor the park's lighting system. Unofficial concerts and flash mobs are often held here. For lovers of active pastime near the Patriarch's Ponds, you can rent a bike.

Moscow, Bolshoi Patriarshy lane, 12


Mayakovskaya (Zamoskvoretskaya line)


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Sokolniki Park"
This park in European style is one of the largest. Guests of this place have many options for their pastime. Here you can take a walk admiring perennial oaks, lindens, birches and maples, visit rose gardens and man-made gardens, watch the performances of artists on stage. By the way, in Sokolniki Park there are Red Book plants and mushrooms. From the representatives of the animal world there are many birds and snakes. Playgrounds are waiting for kids here, lovers extreme species sports can be skated in an equipped last word skate park technique. There is also a "Veranda of Dances" where you can dance to your heart's content.

Moscow, st. Sokolnichesky Val, 1


Sokolniki (Sokolnicheskaya line)


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Clean ponds
This small park, located on Chistoprudny Boulevard and celebrated by the famous Igor Talkov, is popular among young people. Lovers of various musical styles, sports fans and representatives of creative professions spend their free time here. They gather on benches near the fountain or rest on the grass. In the cold season, Chistye Prudy has an ice rink that forms naturally.

Moscow, Chistoprudny Boulevard


Chistye Prudy (Sokolnicheskaya Line)


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Park "Kolomenskoye"
There are old Orthodox shrines here, among which is the tent-roofed Church of the Ascension, built back in 1528. In the park "Kolomenskoye" there are long ago laid out gardens with apple trees, which in spring become one of the main adornments of this place. There are also ponds where you can calmly relax, forgetting about your business for a while. The total area of ​​the park is 390 hectares, here everyone can hide from the noisy metropolis and be alone with their thoughts. Guests of this picturesque place can also ride horses, take a boat trip, watch folklore performances and entertainment programs, and take part in festivities on holidays.

Moscow, Andropova Avenue, 39


Kolomenskaya (Zamoskvoretskaya line)


Daily from 08:00 to 21:00



VDNKh
About a third of the territory of the Exhibition of Achievements National economy- pedestrian zone. Fans of an active lifestyle rent bicycles and roller skates or play sports games on the equipped grounds. Also at VDNKh you can walk along the alleys and see architectural monuments - there are 19 of them here. The main exhibition in Russia is an equipped and ordered space, in which there are many ways to spend your free time interestingly.

Moscow, Prospect Mira, 119


VDNKh (Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya line)


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Catherine park
Traffic congestion, street sounds or loud music are uncommon for this place. Most often, silence and tranquility reign in the Catherine Park. Here you can walk on the grass or feed the squirrels, which are always glad to welcome generous guests. The park near the Catherine Institute for Noble Maidens, now the Central House of the Russian Army, appeared at the beginning of the nineteenth century. In this place, the Great Empress Catherine II walked and rested in a pavilion near the lake. There is a sports equipment rental in the park, there is also an opportunity to go in for sports on the gym.

Moscow, st. Bolshaya Ekaterininskaya, 27


Dostoevskaya (Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya line)


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Trees of Love and the Bench of Reconciliation on the Luzhkov Bridge
The pedestrian bridge stretching across the Obvodny Canal is popular among citizens and guests of Moscow. An excellent view of the Tretyakov Gallery opens from here, there is a special bench for those who quarreled, which attracts couples in love to this place. Many newlyweds, after registering a marriage, traditionally hang a lock on one of the love trees. At the same time, the key is thrown into the river and they believe that this simple procedure will make their marriage strong.

Moscow, Bolotnaya embankment



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Cathedral of Christ the Savior
Near the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, you can walk, see the architecture and design of the shrine. It is better to be here alone, if you want to be alone with your thoughts and feel the atmosphere of the old city.

Moscow, st. Volkhonka, 15


Kropotkinskaya (Sokolnicheskaya line)


Mondays - from 13:00 to 18:00. Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm



Poklonnaya Gora and Victory Park
Many citizens and guests of the capital prefer to rest in this place. Choose for yourself what to do in Victory Park on Poklonnaya: take a walk along picturesque alleys, view monuments to participants in the Great Patriotic War, relax on a bench or have a snack in one of the many cafes. For lovers of an active lifestyle, a sports ground is provided, which is equipped for games and training.

Moscow, Entrance square


Victory Park (Solntsevskaya line)


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Boring Garden
This place is great for romantic dates - there are many beautiful alleys, next to them live squirrels who are not at all afraid of people. Also, in Neskuchny Garden, you should definitely see the Alexander Palace, the rotunda, the arena and the Ivan Vitali fountain. The pond with ducks is also quite picturesque, and a wonderful view of the Moscow River opens from the embankment.

Moscow, Leninsky prospect, 18


Leninsky prospect (Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya line)


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Hermitage Garden
This park cannot boast particularly large area, but here are concentrated many architectural monuments and several sites for cultural events - theaters and summer stage. Also in the Hermitage garden there is a dovecote, squirrel and pheasantry.

Moscow, st. Karetny Ryad, 3s7


Chekhovskaya (Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya line)


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Frunzenskaya embankment
This is a great place for walking or cycling, with paths provided. From the Frunzenskaya embankment opens beautiful view to the Moskva River. There are rarely many people here, while the place is quiet and close to most of the main attractions of the capital.

Moscow, Frunzenskaya embankment


Sports (Sokolnicheskaya line)


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Pushkin bridge
Walking along the Frunzenskaya Embankment, turn to Pushkin Bridge. On it you can quickly get to Gorky Park or Neskuchny Garden. By the way, a gorgeous view of the river opens up from the Pushkin Bridge.

Moscow, Pushkinskaya embankment


Frunzenskaya (Sokolnicheskaya line)


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Izmailovsky Park
This is extraordinary a nice place capital Cities. Clean air, chirping birds, and lots of squirrels are what have a calming effect. V Izmailovsky Park wildlife harmoniously coexists with sites for outdoor activities and cultural events.

Moscow, Big Circle alley, 7


Enthusiasts Highway (Kalinin line)


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Park "Kuzminki"
Everything is provided here so that Muscovites and guests of the city can relax with all the conveniences. Here they ride skateboards, go in for sports on the grounds, play in the gazebos in board games, walk along the equipped alleys and admire the estate. For those who wish to have a snack or just drink some tea, there are several cafes in Kuzminki Park.

Moscow, st. Kuzminsky park, d. 1, bldg. 2


Kuzminki (Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya line)


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Botanical Garden named after Tsitsin
it amazing place located in the very center of Moscow. It is visited by numerous flower lovers who can also walk along paths among many trees and plants. In addition, guests of the botanical garden have the opportunity to visit two art galleries, a rock garden and a Japanese garden.

Moscow, st. Botanicheskaya, 4


Vladykino (Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya line)


Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays - from 10:00 to 20:00



Sparrow Hills
There are rumors that an artist from France once came here to capture the view of Moscow. She admired the city for a long time, then removed her brush and said: "I dare not ...". The panorama from Vorobyovyi year looks very impressive, especially at sunset. Here you can sit on a bench, being alone with your thoughts, or take a walk under the trees.

Moscow, nature reserve Vorobyovy Gory


Sparrow Hills (Sokolnicheskaya Line)


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Arkhangelskoye Estate
This place is famous for many interesting museum exhibits and a beautiful landscape gardening ensemble. In the Arkhangelskoye estate, you can walk perfectly on a weekend day of any time of the year - it is good here both in summer and in winter. Wildlife and echoes of the past of Russia await you here.

Moscow region, Krasnogorsk urban district, Arkhangelskoe settlement


Wednesday to Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Saturdays and Sundays - from 10:00 to 18:00



Tsvetnoy Boulevard
Many residents of Moscow love to spend their free time here. The maximum number of people can be found in the park, which, by the way, is included in the list of objects cultural heritage... Other positive aspects include clean air, many trees and flowering shrubs. All these qualities make Tsvetnoy Boulevard a favorite vacation spot for Muscovites and guests of the capital.

Moscow, Tsvetnoy Boulevard


Tsvetnoy Boulevard (Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya line)


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Tverskoy Boulevard
This place is a treasure trove of famous sights of Moscow. In addition to the rich mansions and houses for renting apartments in the nineteenth century, there are monuments to Timiryazev and Yesenin. Also on Tverskoy Boulevard there is a small square with a fountain and a perennial oak tree, known as the "Pushkin tree".

Moscow, Tverskoy boulevard


Pushkinskaya (Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya line)


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Alexander Garden
It is located near Tverskaya, one of the most energetic streets in the capital. Fortunately, its influence does not extend to the Alexander Garden - it is quiet and peaceful here. Well-groomed alleys, huge trees, trimmed lawns and flower beds provide an opportunity to take a break from street noise and be alone with yourself.

Moscow, Alexandrovsky garden


Alexander Garden (Filyovskaya Line)


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Swamp area
There is a pleasant atmosphere and neatness here. On Bolotnaya Square, trimmed lawns, planted flower beds and operating fountains delight the eye. In addition, a confectionery factory is located next to it, thanks to which a pleasant smell of cocoa is felt on the territory of the park.

Moscow, Bolotnaya square


Tretyakovskaya (Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya line)


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Park "Serebryany Bor"
Perennial pines grow here, there is big lake with very cold water. Perennial grass grows on the shore and beaches are equipped. This landscape is not very typical for the capital, nevertheless there is no mistake - this small island is located in Moscow.

Moscow, st. Tamanskaya, 111


Krylatskoe (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line)


Monday to Thursday - 08:00 to 17:00. Fridays - 08:00 to 15:45



Bolshoi Moskvoretsky Bridge
This architecturally beautiful bridge has a rich history. It offers beautiful views of the river, embankments and the majestic Kremlin. For the opportunity to see the panorama in all its beauty, the ferry is equipped with balconies.

Moscow, Bolshoi Moskvoretsky bridge


Kitay-gorod (Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya line)


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Park "Ostankino"
In this place you can actively relax, sit on a bench, have a great time with your family, visit the Ostankino Museum-Estate, and also see the panoramas of these places.

Moscow, st. 1st Ostankinskaya, 5


Telecentre (station of the Moscow monorail)


Daily 09:00 - 22:00



Bohdan Khmelnitsky Bridge
The second name of this building is the Kiev pedestrian bridge. Currently, it acts as an observation deck from which a delightful view of the Moscow River opens up.

Moscow, Bogdan Khmelnitsky bridge


Kievskaya (Circle Line)


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Park "Estate of the Trubetskoy in Khamovniki"
Guests of this place have many opportunities to have a great time. Here you can relax in nature and learn a lot of interesting things about the history of the Trubetskoy estate. V children's park a zoo and a biological greenhouse are available. Here you can also learn horseback riding and take part in fun competitions.
This place attracts with perennial branchy trees, a beautiful old estate, the opportunity to swim on a boat in the ponds. In Vorontsovsky Park, exhibitions of photographs are periodically held; for connoisseurs of a more active pastime, there is a bicycle rental.

Moscow, Vorontsovsky Park


Kaluzhskaya (Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya line)


Daily from 08:00 to 23:00



Vozdvizhenka street
Several beautiful nineteenth-century estates are located in this place: the Bolkonskys' mansion from War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, the "square house", the entrance to which is located on the second floor, and the majestic palace of Savva Morozov. Even today on Vozdvizhenka one can feel the atmosphere of the ancient capital.

Moscow, Vozdvizhenka street


Arbatskaya (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line)


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Photo source: photobank "Lori"

Every day, thousands of people ask themselves the question - where to take a walk in Moscow? This applies not only to the guests of the capital, but also to its indigenous inhabitants, who think that they are well acquainted with their city. Moscow offers a huge selection of places to stay - from bars and nightclubs to museums and thematic exhibitions.

How to choose a place to walk

When choosing a place where you can go for a walk in Moscow, you should sort out your preferences:

  1. If you are interested in nature walks, then you can go to the park, botanical garden, arboretum, etc.
  2. Anti-cafe offers to drink a cup of aromatic coffee in a relaxed atmosphere, play board games with friends.
  3. For movie lovers, there are numerous cinemas that offer both day and evening screenings.
  4. Music fans are invited to various clubs where they can listen to music of different styles - from pop to country.
  5. Those who just want to wander alone or with friends should go for a walk in one of the parks, walk along the picturesque alleys and bridges.
  6. Tourists will be interested in numerous historical sights of Moscow.
  7. Thrill-seekers will be interested in visiting the amusement park, which offer its visitors various quests.

The best places to walk in Moscow

Whoever you are - a resident of the capital or a tourist, it will be interesting for you to visit the picturesque parks and squares of the capital, to visit the historical and cultural sights of the city.

It is from here that you should start your acquaintance with Moscow and sightseeing of the main attractions, such as the Moscow Kremlin, the Assumption Cathedral and St. Basil's Cathedral. Nearby is the Alexander Garden. If you decide to go for a walk in this place, you can visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.


For several centuries, this place has been the center of the capital's trade. In the 19th century, handicraft shops and the best inns in the city were located here. Today, the largest shopping center has been opened on Manezhnaya Square, which was named Okhotny Ryad. It occupies three underground levels.


If you decide to go for a walk in Moscow, do not miss the opportunity to visit one of the outstanding museums in the world. Its uniqueness lies not only in the valuable exhibits, but also in the unusual interior decoration. The museum halls are decorated with frescoes by Vasnetsov. They contain exhibits that tell the history of Russia from ancient times to the present day.


Those who decide to go for a walk on the Arbat will be able to see the soul of Moscow. Several centuries ago, it was on this street that the princes Golitsyn, Sheremetyev and Dolgoruky lived. A walk will allow you to see examples of historical architecture. Various souvenir shops and fashionable boutiques, cafes and restaurants are open on the Arbat.


Park of Arts "Muzeon"

Connoisseurs cultural recreation will be of interest to the Muzeon park, which can be safely called an exhibition of works of art located under open air... Art workers present to the audience their works made of wood, metal and stone. There is an open-air cinema in the park, where popular films are shown daily.


Are you looking for a place to walk with a girl in Moscow? Then this place is exactly what you need. This pond is one of the Tsaritsyno ponds and is located in the Tsaritsyno park. Here you can walk in a calm atmosphere surrounded by amazing nature.


This is an ideal place for those who want to relax in a quiet, cozy atmosphere, enjoy the silence and feed the tame pigeons. The Hermitage Garden is one of the oldest and most picturesque parks in the capital.


This place can boast of a similar atmosphere. The ponds located in the very center of the city got their name back in the 16th century, when the residence of Patriarch Joachim was located here. Today, there is a park in this place, where in the summer you can relax in the shade of trees and feed the ducks, and in the winter you can ride a skating rink.


It is recommended to go here in winter, when the park turns into a huge attraction. Here you can go sledding or horseback riding. Every year, with the onset of cold weather, the Ice Museum opens here, where real works of art made of ice are presented. Kids will be interested in the ice slide, from which they can have fun sliding down.


If you go for a walk with children, be sure to visit the capital's zoo, which is home to a wide variety of animals and birds, including their rare species. There is a dolphinarium on the territory of the zoo.


A favorite place for local youth, where you can sit in a cozy cafe, go shopping, arrange a photo shoot or just have fun with friends.


More than twenty million people visit VDNKh annually, 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. Summer exhibition complex turns into an open-air concert venue, and in winter a huge skating rink is flooded here.

Prosp. Mira, house 119

Catherine park 0+

Catherine Park can boast not only scenic spots for walking, but also rich in 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 John the Warrior and the Exaltation of the Cross Monastery stood here. Now the park is one of the most pleasant places for walking around the capital. In winter, it is decorated with festive illumination, a skating rink is arranged on the square, and a ski track is laid around the pond.

st. B. Ekaterininskaya, 27

Cathedral of Christ the Savior 0+

The Cathedral of Christ the Savior from the very moment of its foundation is surrounded by an aura of mysticism and mystery. During the reign of Ivan the Terrible, the Alekseevsky nunnery 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 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 place. Construction lasted for almost two decades, and at the beginning of the two thousandth the new Cathedral of Christ the Savior received its first parishioners.

st. Volkhonka, 15

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

The pedestrian bridge, built relatively recently, is included in architectural ensemble Tretyakov Gallery, therefore its second name is Tretyakovsky. The newlyweds are especially fond of the bridge: on the metal Tree of Love, installed right in the middle of the span, lovers fasten locks with their names, and the keys are thrown into the river. The Bench of Reconciliation is also installed on the bridge - it is believed that a couple who have sat on it will be able to peacefully settle any conflict.

Luzhkov bridge

Tretyakov Gallery 0+

It is worth setting aside a separate day to visit the Tretyakov Gallery, or better not even one - 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 canvases are "Girl with Peaches" by Valentin Serov, "They Didn't Expect" Ilya Repin, "Horsewoman" by Karl Bryullov, "Boyarynya Morozov" by Vasily Surikov, "Heroes" by Viktor Vasnetsov, "Morning at pine forest"Ivan Shishkin," The Appearance of Christ to the People "by Alexander Ivanov.

per. Lavrushinsky, 10

Neskuchny Garden 0+

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

Leninsky prospect, 32a

Museum-reserve "Tsaritsyno" 0+

The magnificent and solemn Tsaritsyno park was founded by order of Catherine II, who planned to arrange a summer residence here. The construction was delayed, and the empress died without waiting for its completion. The park was opened for the townspeople, exotic fruits were grown in greenhouses, and buildings were rented out for 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 was undertaken only in the new millennium. Now on the territory of the reserve there are musical fountains, openwork bridges, 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 Moscow, which is definitely worth a visit to 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. There are many benches and ancient trees in the park, and in the evenings it is beautifully illuminated by lanterns and illumination. Traditionally, the skating rink is flooded in the winter - they say that Leo Tolstoy himself went to the Patriarshie to skate.

st. Malaya Bronnaya

Sokolniki Park" 0+

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

st. Sokolnichesky Val, 1, bldg. 1

Chistye Prudy 0+

In the past centuries, there were several ponds in this area, and they did not differ in their cleanliness - it was not for nothing that they were called "Rotten Ponds". The relative improvement of reservoirs began only from the time of the favorite of Peter I, Prince Menshikov, on whose orders they began to be cleaned. Nowadays, of the three ponds, only one remained, the rest were filled up. Today, a picturesque green area near the reservoir - popular place summer vacation... Street festivals and outdoor photo exhibitions are held near the pond, and in winter, ice skating is possible on the frozen surface of the water.

Clean ponds

Kolomenskoye park 0+

The patrimony of the Russian tsars is currently an integral part of the artistic historical-architectural and natural landscape. In the temple of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God located on its territory, there is one of the most important Christian relics - the icon of the Mother of God "Sovereign".

ave. Andropova, 39

Estate Kuskovo 0+

In the past, the Kuskovo estate was called "Versailles near Moscow". For more than 300 years, it belonged to the family of the Sheremetevs. Today, the interior of the count's palace has been restored to its historical appearance at the end of the 19th century. In addition to the main building, the park houses the 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, historical films are shot.

st. Youth, d. 2

Hermitage Garden 0+

Once the Hermitage garden belonged to the theater artist M. V. Lentovsky and was an amusement place for walks of the local elite. When the owner went bankrupt, the place fell into disrepair. Later, the garden with all the buildings was transferred to the merchant Y. 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, a summer stage, a cinema and a dovecote.

st. Carriage row, 3

Frunzenskaya embankment

On the uncrowded embankment, which stretches along the left bank of the Moskva River from the Crimean Bridge to the Khamovnichesky Val, it is pleasant to walk any day. There are few cars here, there are no crowds of tourists, and the air is clean due to the lack 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

Pushkin Bridge 0+

Pushkinskiy pedestrian bridge connects Pushkinskaya and Frunzenskaya embankments. It offers a beautiful view of historical Center cities 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 decay. There is still a commemorative plaque on the arch of the bridge.

Frunzenskaya emb.

Park Kuzminki 0+

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

Natural and Historical Park Kuzminki-Lyublino, 1, bldg. 2

Sparrow Hills 0+

Sparrow Hills is the place where archaeologists discovered one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. Peter the First and Fyodor Chaliapin loved to walk along the picturesque mountains, on these hills the construction of the first water pipeline in the city began, and now the main university of Russia, Moscow State University, is located here. Today, the most famous observation deck of the capital is located on Vorobyovy Gory, and cyclists and skaters have chosen the embankment at the foot of the slope. Rare species of birds nest in the park area, springs make their way out of the ground.

Lenin Hills, ow. 1

Triumphal Arch 0+

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

avenue Kutuzovsky

Museum-estate "Arkhangelskoe" 0+

The estate, named after the ancient Archangel Church, in different years belonged to the noble families Odoevsky and Golitsyn, and later to the princes Yusupov. The majestic palace and park complex is modeled on 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, engraving and decorative and applied art from the collection of Prince Yusupov. In the Office Wing, you can see a large collection of West European painting 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 lodged. Now Tsvetnoy Boulevard is a great place for a leisurely walk among greenery and sculptures.

Tsvetnoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard 0+

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

blvd Tverskoy

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, fountains are located on its terraces, and a star is installed on the tower, which in the 30s of the twentieth century adorned the Kremlin's Spasskaya Tower. From the station, you can go on a romantic walk along the reservoir on a comfortable motor ship or ride on a fast-paced "Raketa".

NS. Leningradskoe, 51

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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 area of ​​Bolotnaya, the shops of local merchants were located, and later a power plant was built to feed 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 territory was landscaped.

Bolotnaya embankment

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

Bolshoi Moskvoretsky Bridge

Bohdan Khmelnitsky Bridge

The pedestrian bridge is located near 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 Khmelnitsky Bridge. Now under the glass canopy there are shops and viewing platforms with balconies. From there you can see picturesque views of the Taras Shevchenko embankment and the Government House, Sparrow Hills, Moscow State University, domes and bell towers of the Novodevichy Convent. Silver-Grape 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 shores, grapes, almonds, watermelons, dates and melons, strange for the then Russia, 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, rest by the pond turns into a fascinating excursion to historical sights. And also near the reservoir there is a sandy beach, children's and sports grounds, a summer cafe, a boat station and a bike rental.

Silver-Grape Pond

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Vorontsovsky Park with the manor of the same name located on its territory is an architectural monument of the late 18th century. The first owner of the estate was boyar Vorontsov - the oaks and lindens that he planted still grow in the park. Later, the estate passed from hand to hand, and once there was even a secret factory that produced the military Balloons to fight Napoleon. The restoration of the park began at the beginning of the 21st century, and today it has become famous not only for its picturesque landscapes, but also for ponds: in summer you can ride a boat here, and in winter you can swim in an ice-hole. The most famous attraction in Vorontsovo is the Church of the Life-Giving Trinity.

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Flowing majestically into Moscow from the northwest, the river that gave its name to the floodplain pleases with the beauty of coastal landscapes and the relative purity of the water. The scenic views include wakeboarding, windsurfing, picnics, fun sporting events and even meeting pheasants.

Stroginskaya floodplain

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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 zones with their own microclimate, a media center with interactive exhibitions and film screenings, 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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How often it happens that we judge this or that city only by its main attractions. However, any city, like any person - the more you get to know it, the more it opens up with new, unexpected facets. Below are 10 must-see places in Moscow. They are very interesting for understanding the multifaceted image of the capital.

Planetarium

The restored planetarium is of great interest to both adults and children. Anyone will find something to do here. There is a stereo cinema, as well as a small star hall with dynamic seating. The planetarium boasts the largest dome-screen in Europe, which displays pictures of the starry sky. There are 2 halls

Lunarium, where you can playfully learn about the refraction of light, gravity, the creation of black holes, craters, etc. Everything can be turned, twisted, rocked, touched. Astro site will tell you a lot of interesting things about the moon, the starry sky, time zones.

The planetarium is located on the street. Sadovaya-Kudrinskaya at 5, building 1. Walking distance from metro Krasnopresnenskaya or Barrikadnaya. Opening hours - 9–21 (on weekends until 22).

The ticket costs from 80 to 600 rubles.

Ostankino Tower

It has long been a real symbol of the capital. Now there is a great opportunity to visit not only its open (at an altitude of 340 m) and closed (at an altitude of 337 m) observation decks, but also to be in a museum, and then dine in a restaurant right under the clouds.

Sightseeing tours are held daily from 10 am to 10 pm.

The field of view in good clear weather is 60 km. The TV tower itself is 540 m high and weighs 55 thousand tons. Did you know that the Ostankino TV tower is an image of a ten-petalled inverted lily?

They are allowed to enter the tower only with an identity document. The ticket can be bought before the start of the session after registration.

Address: st. Academician Koroleva, 15, building 2. From metro VDNKh or Alekseevskaya by any trolleybus.

Observation deck Moscow City

Now it is not at all necessary to go abroad in order to see the skyscrapers. Moscow has its own. They have become her essential attraction.

The Moscow City project can be confidently called the most ambitious and expensive long-term construction project in Russia. Many are still debating about its expediency and its form, which distorts the historical appearance of the capital. However, Moscow is so diverse that a high-tech architectural cacophony has become its modern feature.

Moscow can now be seen in all its glory from a bird's eye view. One of viewing platforms located on the 58th floor of the Empire Tower. From here, the Moscow State University is clearly visible. M.V. Lomonosov, Ostankino TV tower, White House, Cathedral of Christ the Savior, etc.

From metro Delovoy Tsentr or Vystavochnaya you need to go to the Afimall City shopping center, go up to the 2nd floor and walk to the southern entrance of the Empire tower. Tickets are sold at the Reception counter.

Pharmaceutical garden

Located on Prospekt Mira, house 26, building 1 and is the oldest botanical garden Russia. It is safe to say about him: he is the most informative, well-groomed, conveniently located, photogenic and cozy.

It was laid down by Peter I for the cultivation of medicinal plants in 1706, and in 1805 it was bought by Moscow State University. Of course, he experienced different times with the country, but he always fulfilled a noble mission: he talked about the world of plants on Earth.

Summer always reigns in his greenhouses. It is especially pleasant to visit them on frosty winter days. In the Palm Greenhouse you can see a large collection of orchids from all over the world. They grow among huge bananas, age-old palms and tropical vines. 1500 species of succulents will leave no one indifferent. Moreover, now some plants can even be touched.

Museum "House on the Embankment"

It is the only museum of its kind in the country and one of the few of its kind in the world. The atmosphere of the 30s has been recreated here. XX century. based on materials from the history of the house and its inhabitants - photographs, interior items, books, personal belongings and documents.

The decision to build a house was made in 1927 due to the fact that Moscow did not have enough housing for responsible party workers. In 1931, the first tenants were party leaders, scientists, old Bolsheviks, Heroes

Soviet Union and Socialist Labor, famous writers, heroes of the war in Spain, etc. Among the inhabitants of the house in different years were Alliluyeva, Aroseva, Demyan Bedny, Zhukov, Kosygin, Lepeshinskaya, Rykov, Tukhachevsky, Khrushchev, etc.

The house was built in the style of late constructivism according to the project of B. Iofan, who intended it to be red, like the Kremlin. But due to lack of funds, the house was built in gray. In total, it has 24 entrances, 12 floors and 505 apartments.

The museum is small in size and occupies one apartment. Open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - from 10 am to 6.30 pm, Thursday - from 11 am to 9 pm, on weekends - from 11 to 18.

Get to the stop. "Cinema Udarnik" from metro Polyanka, Library named after Lenin or Oktyabrskaya on any trolleybus. Address: st. Serafimovich, house 2, entrance 1.

Museum "Moscow Lights"

In Armenian lane, 3-5, bldg. 1 there is one more interesting place worth visiting is the Moscow Lights Museum. It is hidden in a cozy park. Call the intercom and go down to the basement. You will be given a remote control and an interesting program about the museum. The remote control is needed in order to turn on and off fancy lanterns-exhibits, thereby creating an atmosphere of bygone times.

Once on the second floor, you will see the recreated life of apartments from different times and lighting devices. The museum is small but informative. The inspection fee is a symbolic 30-130 rubles. Works from 11 to 18.

You can get there on foot from metro Lubyanka, Kuznetsky Most or Kitay-gorod.

Museum of Musical Culture named after M.I. Glinka

This museum has no analogues in the world and is a true treasury of monuments of musical culture. Here you can find music publications, literary manuscripts, studies on the history of culture, and rare books. The museum keeps letters, autographs, documents related to the work of Russian and foreign musical figures.

The museum is especially proud of its unique collection musical instruments peoples of the world, including the masterpieces of Stradivari's string instruments, the Amati and Guarneri families.

Located on the street. Fadeeva, 4. From Mayakovskaya and Novoslobodskaya metro stations - by troll. 3, 47 to the stop. "Museum of Musical Culture", troll. "B" or 10 to the stop. Vorotnikovsky Lane.

Peredelkino

Peredelkino is so unique place that there you can enjoy nature and landscapes, admire the beauty of the Orthodox churches in the residence of the Patriarch and plunge into the literary world. You need to get out here for the whole day.

The village is located 5 km from the Moscow Ring Road in the south-west of Moscow. You can get there by train.

The Writers' Town with its museums of Pasternak, Chukovsky, Okudzhava is the materialized history of Soviet literature.

Restaurant "In the Dark ?!"

This restaurant is for those who like to visit original places. Dinner will be held in pitch darkness, and will be served by blind waiters. The restaurant was founded by an ophthalmologist to help blind people find their place in life.

The sighted and the blind change places here. The restaurant has 4 rooms, but the main one is dark. You must first choose one of 5 sets for dinner worth 2 thousand rubles: blue (fish), red (meat), yellow (Japanese), green (vegetarian) or white (assorted).

Then you leave your things in the safe. A dinner in total darkness will take you 2 hours. They say that people behave the same in the dark - they get to know each other more willingly, speak louder and joke more often. In the dark, hearing, smell, touch, taste are sharpened.

From metro Novoslobodskaya or Dostoevskaya to st. October, 2/4.

Savvinskoe courtyard

Few Muscovites know about its existence, because it is hidden from the eyes of passers-by, while being in the very center. Walking along Tverskaya, be sure to look into the arch of house no. 6.

Before you will open beautiful monument architecture, which was built in 1907 by the architect Kuznetsov in a fabulous Russian style with decorative elements of the Baroque and Art Nouveau. Compound - tenement house Savvinsky monastery. I wonder what it's up to

1937 was located directly on Tverskaya. In 1938-40. houses on the even side of the street were to be moved to the north. Many buildings were mercilessly demolished, but Savvinsky courtyard was lucky - with the help of a special technology developed by engineer Handel, it was moved into the depths of the block to a new foundation. It is hard to imagine, but the building weighing 23 thousand tons was moved on the night of November 4, 1939. And, what is really quite surprising - without resettling its residents.

Krasavitsa 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 treasures and historical sights. 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 go to in Moscow. The ancient Moscow Kremlin, located on the banks of the Moskva River, is the main attraction of the Russian capital and the most recognizable architectural symbol of Russia. Stone walls and powerful towers, erected in the XIV century, not only reliably protected the city, but also served as its main decoration. Today it is already difficult to imagine that for five centuries the Moscow Kremlin was white-stone, and only in late XIX century acquired the usual red color. The most famous of the twenty Kremlin towers 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: the Assumption, Arkhangelsk and Annunciation. One of most interesting museums Kremlin is the Armory with its rich collection of grand ducal and royal treasures.

2. Cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed

During a tour of Moscow, you should definitely visit the main Orthodox landmark of the city - on Red Square, which rightfully belongs to 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 painting, 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 possessed the gift of clairvoyance and enjoyed special respect from Ivan the Terrible. Currently, the cathedral houses a museum exposition 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 sights. The Golitsyn, Tolstoy, Sheremetevs and other noble families lived in the old mansions of the Arbat. Among the famous residents of the Arbat was Alexander Pushkin, who lived here with his wife Natalia Goncharova for several months. In memory of this, a house-museum of Pushkin operates on the Arbat, and opposite it there is a sculptural composition "Pushkin and Natalie". One of the most famous buildings of the Arbat is the Vakhtangov Theater, which is definitely worth a visit for connoisseurs of high art. In addition to historical sites, on the 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, Giant's House, Museum optical illusions and the Perfume Museum. And talented artists and musicians, who constantly stay on the 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 a tourist is the Diamond Fund, the exposition 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 world. The exhibition of the Diamond Fund presents imperial regalia, masterpieces of jewelry art, rare gems and large diamonds. Among the most significant exhibits are the Great Imperial Crown, the Imperial Scepter with the Orlov diamond, the imperial empire with a diamond belt and a large sapphire, a giant emerald and a gold nugget “Mephistopheles”. Acquaintance with the collection of the Diamond Fund will not leave indifferent even the most discerning visitors.

Every lover of opera and ballet should definitely go to the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow, which deservedly enjoys the reputation of the main theater of the capital 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 a hundred-ruble bill, 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 have performed on the stage of the Bolshoi Theater. Several 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. The performances of the Bolshoi Theater are very popular, so it is better to buy tickets 2 - 3 months before the performance.

6. Historical Museum in Moscow

The State Historical Museum is a popular tourist destination 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 that demonstrate 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 inhabitant of the Russian state knew his history and was proud of it. The collection of treasures of the Historical Museum of Moscow is so great that if you stop at each showcase with exhibits, by the end of the excursion you will travel about 3.5 kilometers. The collection includes primitive tools, jewelry, old 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 the tusk of a walrus and a luxurious saber of Napoleon Bonaparte.

7. Seating yard

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 the Gostiny Dvor has housed merchants' shops and warehouses. During the reign of Catherine II, Gostiny Dvor became the most fashionable place in Moscow: the city aristocracy bought clothes, jewelry and interior items here. Today the spacious premises of the Gostiny Dvor are used for charity events, grand shows, fashion shows and thematic exhibitions.

8. Armory

The Armory, located on the territory of the Kremlin, rightfully belongs to the most interesting museums and the most visited sights of Moscow. Within its walls is kept a unique collection of valuable items and historical relics that belonged to Russian rulers and patriarchs, thanks to which the Armory is called the “treasury of Russia”. The basis of the exposition is made up of grand-ducal state regalia, ceremonial royal clothes, military armor, a collection of gold and silver items and a luxurious collection of old 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 Hat.

9. Gorky Park

While on vacation in Moscow, you should definitely go to Gorky Park. It is, without exaggeration, 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 activities. For lovers of outdoor activities, the park has sports grounds, a tennis court, a mini-football field, a skate court and a dance floor. Connoisseurs of intellectual recreation will be interested in visiting the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art and attending fascinating lessons on history, literature and foreign language at the Lecture Hall. Playgrounds, the Green School club for young naturalists and the largest sandbox in Moscow are open for the little guests of the park. And with the onset of darkness, stargazing and planets at the observatory and film screenings at the Pioneer summer open-air cinema become popular events in Gorky Park.

10. Tretyakov Gallery

The Tretyakov Gallery is the most famous art Gallery Moscow, which has one of the world's largest collections of Russian fine art. This cultural site is rightfully included in the list of the most visited sights of Moscow. The gallery was founded in the middle of the 19th century by the entrepreneur and philanthropist Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov, who had impeccable taste. The historical building of the gallery on Lavrushinsky lane displays works from the times Ancient Rus until the beginning of the 20th century, and an exhibition dedicated to the art of the 20th century is housed in a building on Krymsky Val. The general collection of the museum includes more than a hundred thousand paintings. Special attention should be paid to such masterpieces as "Trinity" by Andrei Rublev, "The Appearance of Christ to the People" by Alexander Ivanov, "Heroes" by Viktor Vasnetsov, "Apotheosis of War" by Vasily Vereshchagin and "Morning in a Pine Forest" by Ivan Shishkin.

11. Oceanarium "Moskvarium"

If you have a lot of free time, then do not forget to go to the main aquarium of Russia - "Moskvarium" at VDNKh in Moscow. 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 are happy to spend time at the Dolphin Swimming Center: in the special pools you can swim with friendly marine life accompanied by experienced trainers. Fascinating seminars about underwater world, interactive " Trip around the world»And spectacular water shows with 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 the mark of 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 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 towers, and also take a high-speed elevator to the closed observation deck located at a height of 337 meters (for comparison, this is the level of the 112th floor). From here, a magnificent bird's-eye view opens up, which makes 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 infinity of the Universe, feel the charm of the mysterious starry sky and make 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, lunar eclipse and other astronomical phenomena. In the Urania Museum, you will see a collection of meteorites, relief globes of Earth, Venus and Mars, as well as a grandiose model of the solar system. From May to September, the Great Observatory operates 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, extending more than 60 meters deep into the earth, was once a classified object of the Soviet Union, and today it 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 did an excellent job. The strong walls of the bunker reliably protected from ground strikes, secret technical objects could, if necessary, deliver a nuclear retaliation strike, and the food reserves stored in the underground storerooms could be enough for several months. The bunker building hosts many thematic excursions, which will surely be of interest to lovers of the history 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, equilibrists, trapeze artists, illusionists, jugglers and, of course, domestic and exotic animals, demonstrating real wonders of agility and ingenuity, perform on its arena. This is one of best places in Moscow, where you can go with the whole family.

16. Moscow Zoo

Another great attraction of Moscow for family vacation is the Moscow Zoo, which is known as one of the oldest zoos in Europe and is famous for its rich long-term traditions. For more than a century and a half, the Moscow Zoo has been pleasing its visitors with a variety of exotic animals that live outside its walls. The territory of the zoo is divided into many thematic exhibitions: "Cats of the Tropics", "Spectacled Bears and Sloth Bears", "House of the Giraffe", "The Rock of Birds of Prey", "Elephant", "Birds and Butterflies" and many others. Little guests of the zoo enjoy their time watching the mischievous Capuchins, briskly jumping from branch to branch, and watching the funny penguins, taking turns rolling down the ice mountain into the water.

17. Sparrow Hills

The legendary Vorobyovy Gory is one of the best places in Moscow for walking. Happy newlyweds come here on their wedding day, artists are looking 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 along the picturesque territory of the Sparrow Hills from the famous high-rise building of Moscow State University, then walk to observation platform and enjoy the wonderful panorama of the capital. In summer, on the territory of Vorobyovy Gory, there are ecological paths that are perfect for leisurely walks, and in winter, lovers of outdoor activities and skiing gather on the snow-covered slope.

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 built a luxurious imperial residence here, which includes several palace buildings and a beautiful park. Today, Tsaritsyn's guests can take a fascinating tour of the palace halls and alleys of the park, 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 sights are only a small part of everything interesting.

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