People come to the capital for different purposes. For some, this is a business trip, for others it is a visit to relatives or friends. But it is difficult to disagree with the statement that this city is so rich in sights like no other.
First day
The first day can be a “review”, dedicated to the most iconic places in the capital. You will walk along Red Square and Alexander Garden, see the Kremlin, if you wish, look into Lenin's mausoleum, stand on the most famous squares of the capital. Let's hit the road!
the Red Square
It is from Red Square that many tourists begin their tour of the city. And if earlier the Kremlin performed a protective function, today it is a living history, a cultural heritage. Red Square is located on the left bank of the Moskva River. Here guests can see the Kremlin walls and towers.
Some of them are active, while the rest are simply a monument of architecture. Residents of Russia see the Spasskaya Tower every New Year. The chimes placed on it beat off midnight.
Having visited Red Square, you can see the Armory, which stores works of art and household items that were previously in the royal chambers.
Treasures of architecture are cathedrals – Assumption, Annunciation, Arkhangelsk. In the 15th century, the temple of the Deposition of the Robe of the Most Holy Theotokos was built. The famous Tsar Bell was cast in the 18th century. It weighs 202 tons. And even earlier, the Tsar Cannon appeared, glorifying the foundry craft with its very appearance.
Almost all guests try to capture in the pictures the stunningly beautiful St. Basil's Cathedral, which is one of the main attractions of the city.
There is also a monument to Minin and Pozharsky, who played a major role in the formation of the militia and its battle with the Polish invaders. The execution place reminds of public executions, which all Muscovites could look at.
The line is still stretching to the mausoleum of Lenin. The body of the leader of the proletariat has been resting in a sarcophagus for many years – a kind of scientific experiment, such a long preservation of the mummy in perfect condition.
You can devote a lot of time to a detailed examination of Red Square. But you need to hurry on.
Kremlin and Alexander Garden
Alexander Garden is located in the Tverskoy district, stretches along the western Kremlin wall. It was founded in 1812, its area is 10 hectares.
The garden is divided into Upper, Middle and Lower. Coming here, you can see the Kutafya Kremlin tower, the Italian grotto, the obelisk erected for the anniversary of the Romanov dynasty. Once upon a time, the Neglinnaya River flowed here, with clear water, in which there were a lot of fish.
Later, the river became polluted, its banks collapsed – then it was allowed through the canal, and then through the tunnel. Osip Bove designed the garden, which was supposed to appear near the Kremlin. It was dedicated to the victory in the Patriotic War, but had not only a memorial function – people came here and have fun. In 1856, the modern name appeared – Alexander Garden.
In 2012-2016, a reconstruction took place here – instead of old trees, new ones were planted, a rose garden appeared, lamps were installed, the old asphalt was replaced with new tiles. City events are often held here. The Alexander Garden houses the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Eternal Flame.
The Italian Grotto, built in 1820 in the center of the Upper Garden, also attracts tourists. The material for it was stone cores and fragments of the walls of Moscow houses destroyed by Napoleon's troops. Near the entrance to the garden in 1913, an obelisk was erected dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the reign of the Romanov dynasty. The fountains located along Manezhnaya Square are also very beautiful. They are decorated with sculptures by Zurab Tsereteli.
It must be remembered that the walls of the Kremlin were not always red. At first they were wooden, then they were made of white stone, and later they repeatedly changed their color.
Both Russian and foreign architects participated in the construction. The teeth resemble a swallow's tail, which is typical of Italian architecture. Previously, members of the royal family lived outside the walls of the Kremlin, their close associates. Today, the President of Russia works in the Senate Palace. And tourists come here to see the Diamond Fund, the Patriarch's Chambers and other architectural monuments.
Manezhnaya Square
Since 1931, this square has been called this way, and for good reason – the facade of the Manezh overlooks it. Manezhnaya is one of the largest squares in the Central District. Nearby are the Alexander Garden and the Kremlin, the State Historical Museum. In the 90s of the last century, accurately recreated Resurrection Gates and the Iverskaya Chapel reappeared here.
There is also the Museum of Archaeology. The famous streets Manezhnaya, Tverskaya, Mokhovaya, Okhotny Ryad, in whose names one can feel the breath of the past, also depart from this square. A monument to Georgy Zhukov was erected here. He appeared on the Manege in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Victory.
On the dome of the shopping complex “Okhotny Ryad” you can see the sculpture of George the Victorious. It is also worth sitting on a bench and admiring the fountains.
Sofia embankment
This name was given to the embankment in honor of the Church of Sophia the Wisdom of God. Previously, it was called the embankment of Maurice Thorez.
The first Sophia temple has not been preserved, and the one that can be seen today was built at the end of the 17th century, its bell tower belongs to the second half of the 19th century. The embankment itself was built in the first half of the 19th century, its project was developed by N. I. Yanshin and A. I. Delvig.
In the first half of the 20th century, the embankment may have disappeared. According to one of the plans, a large park was supposed to replace it. Several houses were demolished. But then it was decided to save the embankment. In the 90s of the last century, new plans arose for the reconstruction of this place.
The area lost a number of old buildings. Under pressure from the public, it was possible to save some houses associated with historical events and the names of great people. But the authorities from time to time there are new proposals for the development of this site.
Bersenevskaya embankment
This embankment is located in the Central District in the Yakimanki area. There are different versions about its name.
According to one, the name came from the ancient word “bersen” (gooseberry), according to the other – from the lattice, with which the street was blocked from thieves, dashing people. They put such a lattice on the orders of the nobleman I. N. Bersen-Beklemishev.
In the middle of the 18th century, the embankment was reinforced with piles, resulting in a real wide street. During the fire of 1812, the wooden houses that stood here were destroyed. Later, they began to build a confectionery factory here, which today we know under the name “Red October”.
In the 30s of the last century, the embankment was reconstructed. Lined with granite, gentle steps appeared here. At the beginning of the 21st century, the Patriarchal Bridge was built.
theatre square
Well, how can you come to Moscow and not stand near the Bolshoi Theater? Here is the Theater Square. Moreover, the theater itself is only part of its ensemble, which was designed by Osip Bove and his assistants when the city was being restored after the fire of 1812.
For many, the square, located on the square, becomes a place of pleasant respite – you can sit on a bench, listen to the sound of the fountain, eat ice cream. And move on.
Lubyanka Square
In the 18th century, this area began to be called so by the name of the area. However, during the Soviet period it had a different name: Dzerzhinsky Square. In general, the word “Lubyanka” is associated with the Novgorodians who moved here at the end of the 15th century, after Novgorod was annexed to the Moscow principality. Novgorodskaya street was called Lubyanitsa.
Where the square is now, there were gates, there was an active trade near them. In 1612, it was at this place that the fighters of the people's militia entered into battle with the Polish invaders. In the 18th century, there were earthen bastions here – they were afraid of the invasion of the Swedes.
There was also a water-folding fountain – residents could draw drinking water from it. At the beginning of the 20th century, active development of the territory adjacent to the square began. Since 1919, the Cheka has been located here. The Vladimir gates and the walls of Kitay-gorod were demolished, the fountain was also destroyed.
In 1957, the now well-known “Children's World” was opened here. From 1958 to 1991, a monument to Dzerzhinsky could be seen on the square, which was then removed. In 1990, a monument to the Victims of political repressions appeared. This is a simple stone brought from Solovki, where a terrible concentration camp was located.
Slavyanskaya Square
Although people have lived in this place for a long time, Slavyanskaya Square is still young. Previously, it merged into one with the square, which today is named after the Barbarian Gates. And this large territory was called Nogin Square. And the free place itself appeared here in the first half of the 19th century, when dilapidated and unnecessary buildings were demolished. In their place, Vavarskaya Square was formed.
In the 19th century, for about 70 years, there was a water-folding fountain and a well. The square began to acquire its modern look in the 20th century. The Delovoy Dvor and Kolchina's tenement house were built. In 1991, a monument to Cyril and Methodius, Slavic enlighteners, was erected here, after which the square became known as Slavyanskaya.
Mosfilmovskaya street
Located in the Western District. Nearby there are streets whose names are also associated with cinema and outstanding figures of this genre – there are Pudovkina, Pyryev streets, there is also 2nd Mosfilmovsky lane. The street got its current name in 1939, in honor of the film studio to which it led.
But the history of this place is remarkable. In the 17th century, the village of Golenishchevo-Kutuzovo was located here. The street ended near him and turned into a rural street. Construction began in the 40s of the last century. First, small houses appeared here, which were later demolished, and only in the 50s did high-rise buildings begin to be built.
The street was extended to Lomonosovsky Prospekt, a trolleybus was launched along it. Starting from the 70s, embassy buildings began to be built here. Here you can see the embassies of North Korea, Libya, Kuwait, Serbia, Malaysia, Nicaragua, Panama, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Germany, Sweden, Hungary, Bulgaria. North Korea.
The ancient temple of the Life-Giving Trinity has been preserved. There is also a house for the highest generals. And, of course, there is the Mosfilm film studio, the former film studio of the Sovkino factory.
Sparrow Hills
Another nice place to stay. At one time these mountains were called Lenin. Muscovites walk here in the forest along specially laid ecological paths, sunbathe on the beach in summer, ride bicycles.
Here is the main building of Moscow State University – Lomonosov University. There is a beautiful observation deck that you can climb to admire the panorama of the city.
The famous Luzhniki stadium and the Moscow City complex make a special impression from a height. You can easily get here by metro. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the legendary Sparrow Hills.
Poklonnaya Gora
Poklonnaya Gora is a gentle hill in the Western District. The eastern part of the hill was torn down in the middle of the last century, when Kutuzovsky Prospekt was being built. In the 1980s and 1990s, Victory Park was laid out on Poklonnaya Hill.
This is a whole complex dedicated to the heroes of the Great Patriotic War. It is assumed that in the old days, people coming to Moscow or leaving it bowed to the city at this place, hence the name came from.
The mountain is mentioned already in the 14th century. Then there was a war between the Lithuanian and Moscow principalities. Here was the Smolensk road, here they met and greeted important people. And at this place, Napoleon was waiting for the “keys of the old Kremlin”, he assumed that the Russians would admit defeat and surrender the capital to him.
As for the Victory Park, back in 1942, a proposal was made to erect a monument to the Red Army soldiers leaving for the front here, a competition was even announced for the best project, but then Stalin froze this idea.
The first work on the creation of the park began in 1961. In the 70-80s, funds were collected for the construction of the memorial complex, a significant amount was allocated by the state. There were many protesters against the construction of the complex, they demanded that Poklonnaya Gora be preserved, but in 1987 the main part of the hill was dug down, and Poklonnaya Gora was moved inland.
The grand opening of the complex was timed to the anniversary of the Victory in 1995. There are not only monuments here, but also the Church of St. George the Victorious, a synagogue, a mosque, and the Victory Museum.
Second day
The second day can be devoted to a walk around the city. Stay in iconic places. Look at the Patriarch's Ponds, which are inextricably linked with Bulgakov's novel “The Master and Margarita”, visit the zoo, the planetarium, admire the most beautiful bridges … Maybe not everything you have planned will be realized – for example, only in the zoo you can spend the whole day. Still, it is worth trying to include as many objects as possible in your program.
Patriarch's Ponds
As the name suggests, there used to be several ponds here. But even earlier on these lands there was a Goat swamp (so named because the inhabitants of these places bred goats). In the 17th century, the residence of Patriarch Hermogenes was built here. And at the end of the century, Patriarch Nikon ordered to dig three ponds on the site of the swamp and breed fish in them. When the patriarchate was abolished, the abandoned ponds swamped again.
When the city was rebuilt after the fire of 1812, only the largest of the three ponds was preserved, the rest fell asleep. At the end of the 19th century, the pond was cleaned and filled with fresh water.
During the years of Soviet power, this place was called Pioneer Ponds, the former name returned only in 1992. In the late 90s, the idea was born to erect a monument to Bulgakov on the Patriarchs.
It was supposed to be a whole sculptural group – the writer himself, Yeshua and other heroes of the famous novel. There should have been a fountain in the form of a primus here. But public opinion did not allow this idea to be realized.
In 2015, the reconstruction was carried out – the parking near the sidewalks was removed, the sidewalks themselves were expanded, the traffic became one-way. In 2017, a reading room appeared at the Patriarch's. Here, in the open air, you can settle down with a book or exchange literature with someone.
In the center “House on the Patriarchs” people gather again to play chess. But in general, Muscovites love this place very much and come here to relax by the beautiful reservoir. Many famous people have lived in the area over the years. These are Vladimir Mayakovsky and Lyudmila Gurchenko, Marina Tsvetaeva and Isabella Yuryeva and others.
Moscow Planetarium
It was decided to build a planetarium in the capital in the 20s of the last century. For this purpose, it was possible to use the projection apparatus “Planetarium”, which for those times was considered ultra-modern. There were negotiations with Germany – the Germans shared their experience, told how they built their “star halls”. In the USSR, another name was used – “optical scientific theater”.
The architects were M. Barshch and M. Sinyavsky. There was an idea to put the building of the astronomical museum nearby, but it did not materialize. The planetarium opened in November 1929. Soon a circle for schoolchildren began to work with him. And in 1947, an astronomical platform was opened here. In 1977, instead of the old one, a new device made in the GDR appeared here. Now not only lectures were held here, it was also possible to watch audio-visual programs.
Future famous astronomers were engaged in a circle for schoolchildren. And among the lecturers were Yuri Gagarin, Konstantin Paustovsky, Thor Heyerdahl and other celebrities. Future cosmonauts were also trained here.
Even the Fantastic Theater operated here – you could watch plays based on the works of great science fiction writers. The observatory was opened. Guests of the planetarium could look through the largest telescope in the city.
In 1994 the planetarium was closed. Difficult 90s, privatization affected his fate. In the early 2000s, reconstruction took place. The building was raised a few meters, new towers were installed, which housed observatories, and the area of the museum grew.
A new projection system was purchased. The curator of the planetarium is Moscow State University. Today there is a Small Star Hall, a 4D cinema, the Lunarium Museum and much more. A visit to the planetarium is definitely worth it.
Zoo
This is one of the oldest zoos in Europe. In 1864, a small zoo opened in the city. The place was chosen exactly where Muscovites liked to walk – Presnensky Ponds.
At first, 134 domestic animals and 153 wild animals lived here, as well as several reptiles. Basically, these were those representatives of the animal world that live on the territory of our country. But lions and tigers, rhino, crocodile also settled here.
Guests could look at the best breeds of farm animals, breeding work was also carried out here. Members of the imperial family and famous people made donations to the zoo, gave rare animals. For example, Indian elephant, zebra. In 1927, the New Territory opened, now the animals were kept in enclosures. Educational work was going on, the Club of Young Biologists was operating.
Real heroism was shown by employees during the Great Patriotic War, striving to keep all their pets alive at all costs. Over 6 million people visited the zoo during the war years.
In the 70s and 80s, the zoo buildings fell into disrepair, often there was nothing to feed the animals.
In the 90s, reconstruction began – new facilities were erected, communications were updated. The expositions were solemnly opened in 1997, on the occasion of the 850th anniversary of Moscow. Now to come here means to get into the real kingdom of animals and birds. It contains over 8 thousand inhabitants.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the zoo's website before visiting. There is even such a function as a “virtual tour”. You will decide in advance which of the animals you want to see first of all, you will get a lot of interesting information about the inhabitants.
It is also possible to come to a certain time – for example, when the animals are being fed. Or when the next event starts. Lectures are often held here, there is a petting zoo.
Since you can walk around the territory for a long time, there are places where they sell ice cream, drinks, cotton candy and other delicacies.
Moscow House of Books
The Moscow House of Books was opened in September 1967. It became the largest in the country. In 1998, the United Center “Moscow House of Books” was formed, which included other bookstores in the city.
Many famous people came here, and not only residents of Russia, but also guests from abroad. So, for example, Michael Jackson visited the House of the Book.
Now the Moscow House of Books unites over 20 stores, including an online store. In total, about 300 thousand titles of books are sold here, among them there are also antique ones. Also here you can buy stamps, collectible coins, stationery, souvenirs and much more.
Dozens of events take place here every month, and it will be good luck if you are lucky enough to get to one of them. Meetings with popular writers are organized here, lectures are given, musical evenings are held, whole performances are played for children.
MDK is the initiator of well-known children's festivals, such as “Together with the book we grow.” The number of buyers reaches approximately 7 million per year.
Cathedral of Christ the Savior
The construction of such a temple was planned after the victory in the war of 1812. According to the manifesto of Emperor Alexander the First, the decision was made, and in 1817 a stone was solemnly laid on Sparrow Hills. But it was not possible to build a church here – the soil turned out to be fragile, streams flowed under it.
In 1832, Nicholas the First approved a new project – the construction was supposed to be near the Kremlin, on the banks of the Moscow River. The architect was Konstantin Ton. The Cathedral of Christ the Savior was laid in 1839, and it took almost 44 years to build it. Its height exceeded 100 m, the thickness of the walls was about 3.2 m.
There was also the Museum of the War of 1812. The temple was painted by great artists – Surikov, Makovsky and others. In 1883 the temple was consecrated. A wonderful choir sang here. A monument to Alexander the Third was erected in the park next door. Coronations were held in the temple, the largest holidays were celebrated – for example, the centenary of the war of 1812.
In 1917, Patriarch Tikhon was elected at the Local Council, which met in this temple, in 1931 the temple was closed and soon blown up. It was planned that the Palace of Soviets would be in its place, but it was never built. Instead, the Moskva pool appeared here.
In 1994, it was decided to recreate the lost Cathedral of Christ the Savior as accurately as possible. It took 6 years to build, the work was finally completed in 2000. The consecration took place on August 19, the day of the Feast of the Transfiguration.
Mikhail Posokhin was the chief architect. Masters from the Russian Academy of Arts worked on the murals. The bells were cast at the Likhachev Plant. Now it is the largest cathedral in our country, at the same time there can be 10 thousand people.
A particle of the robe of Christ is kept here, as well as other shrines. It is here that the patriarch performs the Easter service.
Patriarchal Bridge
Construction of the bridge began in 2002 and opened in 2004. The architect was Mikhail Posokhin, and the artist Zurab Tsereteli. At first, the bridge connected the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and Bersenevskaya embankment. He received the name “Patriarch” in 2005 – in honor of His Holiness Patriarch Alexy II.
A year later, it was decided to extend the bridge to Bolshaya Yakimanka Street. This was done by the fall of 2007. Later, an elevator appeared where the descent to Bersenevskaya embankment is carried out. It was on this bridge that President Dmitry Medvedev wrote down his addresses to the people for the New Year.
From here it is very convenient to admire the Kremlin, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the monument to Peter the Great and other sights. Near the bridge there are piers where pleasure boats stop.
The length of the Patriarchal is 203 m, it was built in the style of bridges of the 19th century. In the evening and at night, two hundred lamps are lit here, as well as spotlights and LEDs. There is an automatic change of colors – the bridge lights up either green, then blue, then red or purple – this is a very beautiful sight.
Museon Arts Park
It is located on the embankment of the Moskva River, next to the Krymsky Val. This is a real open-air sculpture museum. Here you can see 8 hundred works. And the most different. These are sculptures of leaders, and monuments to the Heroes of Labor, and the work of avant-garde artists. You can walk, approach, look, take pictures.
Since 2015 Muzeon has been part of Gorky Park. In 1970, the existing buildings on this site were demolished. Here they began to erect a new building of the Tretyakov Gallery and the House of Artists.
In the adjacent territories, the artists created a park. In particular, here you can see the monuments of the Soviet era, which were dismantled in the 90s of the last century. There are statues made by Evgeny Vuchetich, Vera Mukhina and other famous sculptors.
The new museum was officially established in 1992. There is a department dedicated to the Stalinist repressions, and modern sculpture is also presented. On the basis of the museum, scientific symposiums are held, in which sculptors from different countries take part.
Walking, you can see the monument to Joseph Stalin – a small copy of the one that stood on the Moscow Canal. And next to it is the composition “Victims of the Totalitarian Regime” Another composition “We Demand Peace” was made by Vera Mukhina. Guests like “Grandfather Mazai and Hares”, “Don Quixote” and other sculptures. The museum collection is expanding.
Park of Culture and Leisure. M. Gorky
It will be nice to finish the second day in this wonderful park. It has a long history. In the early 1920s, the All-Russian Agricultural Exhibition was held here. In 1928, by decision of the Presidium of the Moscow City Council, it was decided to lay out a park here.
It was planned that it would become a place of propaganda of Soviet culture. Gorky's name was given in 1932. The recreation area was designed by El Lissitzky and Alexander Vlasov – however, at different times.
Soon a fountain appeared here – it is a kind of center of the park, paths depart from it. At the end of the 30s of the last century, the territory around the Golitsyn pond was framed. In 1955, the arch of the main entrance appeared. The park pleased the children with the railway, along which a train of 3 cars traveled.
Adults admired the sculptures, especially the “Girl with an oar”. In 2011, specialists began the restoration of the park. He recently turned 90 years old. The area is almost 220 hectares. It includes Sparrow Hills, Neskuchny Garden and Muzeon.
The third day
Now, when you have already seen a lot, you can relax a little – wander around the famous VDNKh exhibition, through the most beautiful parks, look at the futuristic Moscow City complex. It doesn't matter if you can't go everywhere. This will be a great reason to come to the capital again.
VDNH
In Soviet times, coming to Moscow and not visiting VDNKh was considered a big omission. The exhibition made a great impression. Here one could get acquainted with the best products of all republics, the achievements of agriculture and industry. Today is also very interesting. It should only be taken into account that the territory of VDNKh is huge.
If you have a small child with you, it will be easier for him to travel in a stroller. For adults, roller skates or a bicycle will be the way out – all this can be rented at the entrance. It is especially good here in the summer – magnificent fountains fascinate with their beauty. If you're tired, you can sit down, sit down ice cream.
What to see? It is here that Mukhina's sculpture “Worker and Collective Farm Girl” is located, there are other monuments of the Soviet period here. There are countless pavilions. Museums operate in them, exhibitions are deployed – you can choose those that match your interests.
Look at the huge layout of the city, visit the Moskvarium – this is an oceanarium where not only various inhabitants of the sea live, but also bright shows are held. Both adults and children will be interested in the Museum of Cosmonautics.
Stuffed animals of the same Belka and Strelka are exhibited here – dogs that have been in space and returned safely to Earth, astronauts' clothes are presented, and a spaceship is also available for viewing. Fun souvenirs will be tubes of food, such astronauts take with them on a flight.
Ostankino TV tower
To visit the Ostankino TV Tower, you need to get off at the same VDNKh metro station. The television center on Shabolovka was built in the mid-30s of the last century. He began regular work in 1939.
The broadcasts could be watched by all residents of the region, but over the years it became clear that the power was still lacking. And it was decided to build a multi-program center with a large number of studios. The competition was won by the Kiev Design Institute, which took the Eiffel Tower as a model.
But another specialist, Nikolai Nikitin, suggested building a concrete tower. The final project was approved in 1963. The architects gave the tower a resemblance to a rocket. At one time, Ostankinskaya was the tallest building in the world.
Among other things, a restaurant and a meteorological complex appeared here. In 2000, there was a major fire here – cables broke out. Extinguishing was of great difficulty – thousands of people, hundreds of pieces of equipment, helicopters were involved in it.
Several people died in the collapse of the elevators. The Seventh Heaven restaurant was fully restored only after 16 years. Today, any guest of the city can admire the Ostankino TV tower. Its height is 540 m.
The observation deck is located at 337m, it offers a wonderful view. The restaurant “Seventh Heaven” has three floors. All of them rotate, so you can drink coffee and admire the metropolis from above.
Kremlin in Izmailovo
The Kremlin in Izmailovo is a whole cultural and entertainment complex, and you can also stay here for a long time. Unusual museums are waiting for you, including interactive – and exhibitions. In the 16th and 17th centuries, there was a royal prison here – arable land and manufactories.
After the revolution, everything was abandoned, the church that existed here was blown up. Only a few buildings of the 17th century have survived. In 1974, there was an exhibition of artists who presented works in the avant-garde style. On the eve of the Olympics-80, they wanted to build a hotel here.
The project for the construction of the wooden Kremlin was proposed in 1998 by Alexander Ushakov. Soon a temple was built in Izmailovo in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. The exhibitions that opened in 2003 did not last long – two years later there was a major fire here. What was lost was restored.
More recently, the Moscow Architecture Committee wanted to build up this area by demolishing the Izmaylovsky vernissage, but the center has so far been defended. But in the summer of 2019, a fire broke out here again, which was hardly extinguished.
Museums that function in Izmailovo are located both in ancient and modern buildings. Guests of the cultural and entertainment center can get acquainted with the history of the Russian fleet, with the development of vodka production, and trace the evolution of Russian toys.
The Museum of Bread is also interesting – the guide will tell you about different ways of making bread, rolls, buns. There is also a Museum here, where plasticine figures are exhibited, and even a Museum of ill-bred children – here the guys can draw on walls or fences, shoot from a slingshot, and come up with other entertainment.
Natural and historical park “Izmailovo”
This is one of the largest parks in Europe, its area is more than 1608 hectares. Once there was the patrimony of Ivan the Terrible, then the boyar estate, then the patrimony of Tsar Alexei Romanov. Under him, several ponds were formed on the Serebryanka River. An island appeared, where they put the palace.
The Intercession Cathedral of the 17th century has survived to this day. Under the king, there were gardens and fields, hunting grounds and numerous ponds. Rare species of flowers and trees were planted. Under Peter I, amusing games were held here.
Anna Ioannovna also loved Izmailovo and kept a menagerie here. Later, a model apiary appeared here. Forest crops were planted in the 19th century. In the 30s of the 20th century, the Park of Culture and Leisure appeared in Izmailovo, it was named after Stalin. Here stood: a parachute tower, a cinema and a theater. There were plans to build a huge reservoir here. In the 1950s, it became an ordinary walking area.
There is a Ferris wheel here. Since then, the infrastructure has been developed.
In winter, you can go skating, skiing, sledding, and slide down the hill. In summer there are numerous attractions, you can rent a bike, a boat, ride a horse.
Park “Krasnaya Presnya”
It is located in the Presnensky district and is a monument of history and culture. It was preserved from the estate “Studenets”, the name of which came from the stream of the same name. The lands once belonged to the princes Gagarins, and then to their relatives. After that, they passed from hand to hand, at the beginning of the 19th century, their owner was Governor-General A.A. Zakrevsky.
Under him, a beautiful house and monuments to the heroes of the war of 1812 appeared here. The park was created in 1932. Today, Dutch ponds, the Octagon fountain, a linden alley, and the remains of a column have survived from the old days. But the place is very popular.
Various competitions and events are held here. Playgrounds are arranged for children, adults can work out on simulators, play tennis, rent a bicycle.
Moscow City
To get here, you need to get off at the Vystavochnaya metro station. Here is the business center of the metropolis. The Moscow City area looks ultra-modern. Skyscrapers reach 96 floors, these huge buildings employ tens of thousands of specialists from around the world. Worth a visit to Empire Tower. If you go to the observation deck, you will have a stunning panoramic view.
Moscow is a city where historical buildings are organically combined with buildings that seem to have come from the future. It's worth looking at. And having enjoyed the capital, do not miss the opportunity to come here again.