The capital of Russia is not only the most expensive city, but also the most popular. Millions of people want to live, study, work here, or all this together, as it is not only a city of opportunities, but also another cultural capital of the Motherland.
Today we will talk about the 10 most popular places in Moscow, famous sights, famous museums that are certainly worth a visit (you can several times).
10. Moscow International Business Center "Moscow City"
Moscow International Business Center "Moscow City"located in the Central Administrative District (Central Administrative District) - one of the main attractions of the capital.
The towers of the complex are visible from almost anywhere in the city, which some residents are unhappy with: they believe that their architecture spoils the historical appearance of Moscow. However, given that now it is the center of business active life, such a place is simply necessary.
Already now you can admire the majestic structures of the Bagration Bridge, the tower on the Embankment, Expocenter, etc.
9. Pharmaceutical garden of the Botanical Garden of Moscow State University
"Pharmaceutical garden" was founded in 1706 by Peter I, which makes Botanical Garden the oldest in Russia.
A picturesque park, over 300 years old, palm greenhouses, an arboretum, descendants of royal cats, turtles, a collection of carnivorous plants, orchids, etc. - there really is something to see here.
Before going to the Pharmacy Garden, you can evaluate its beauty in the official Instagram account, which is the most popular among botanical gardens.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people from different countries come to festivals, exhibitions and just for excursions, since the garden at Moscow State University can not only compete with European ones, but even give them a head start.
8. Park of art "Museon"
The largest in Russia open-air sculpture museum was founded in 1992 and covers an area of almost 23.5 hectares.
Here you can see the unique monuments of the "leaders of the proletariat", sculptures of the Heroes of Socialist Labor, creations of the era of socialist realism and much more (there are more than 800 works in the exposition).
There are no restrictions for visiting: in the park you can freely walk for at least a whole day, especially since there are plenty of exhibits in it.
Besides, Museon regularly becomes the venue for music festivals, master classes in choreography and DJing, sporting events, etc.
Thanks to designers from Charsky studio, the museum has had its own souvenir products and corporate identity since 2016, which allows it to stand out from other similar institutions in Moscow.
7. GUM (State Department Store)
State Department Store in Moscow - this is a place in which there is everything. It appeared in 1893 and until 1921 was called “Upper Trading Rows”.
The huge building is made in the pseudo-Russian style with many borrowings: the twin towers decorating the main entrance are taken from the architecture of the Historical Museum located in the neighborhood, some fragments of the internal and external decor resemble monuments of the 17th century, etc.
The interior is really amazing: Tarusa marble, Finnish granite, ancient chandeliers and fancy stucco molding. GUM more like a museum than a shopping center, which, in fact, it is.
However, given the prices in local stores, many come here just like a museum - just see and admire.
6. The estate "Kuskovo"
The ancient estate of the Sheremetev family (they owned it for more than 300 years, until 1918) is an ensemble consisting of several architectural and historical monuments.
The palace in the style of classicism, built in the XVII century, a greenhouse, several thematic pavilions, even its own Hermitage is here.
Kuskovo It is a favorite place not only for ordinary visitors, but also for directors. So, in 1975, Viktor Titov shot part of the scenes of the film “Hello, I’m your aunt!”, Erast Garin in 1964 - “An Ordinary Miracle”, and Vladimir Menshov in 1995 came here to shoot his comedy-farce “Shirley-Myrli ".
5. Museum-reserve "Tsaritsyno"
Tsaritsyno appeared thanks to Catherine II in 1776, who invited two of the greatest architects of her time, Vasily Bazhenov and Matvey Kazakov, to work on the project. They worked hard for 20 years, creating a unique complex in the style of Russian Gothic, which is now the largest in Europe.
There are both architectural, historical and natural beauties: the arbor “Temple of Ceres”, the pavilion with the pond “Milovida”, the landscape park, the “Greenhouse Dam” next to the Bread House, the “Semicircular Palace” and the pyramid hill, the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God "Life-giving Source" and much more.
4. The observation deck on the Sparrow Hills
All the beauties of Moscow were not even seen by the natives of the “non-rubber” one, and the guests of the city did not even have time to inspect all the most interesting, especially if their stay was limited.
Observation deck on the Sparrow Hills - Let’s not an ideal, but at least partial solution to the problem. Then many people dream of the view from here (height 80 meters), especially if you know where to look. This is the easiest way to see the whole city, standing in one place (we do not take the road to the site into account).
Be prepared for the fact that standing and admiring Moscow alone and silence will not work: the site is part of most sightseeing tours, so it is almost always noisy and crowded. In addition, it can be visited for free, which, of course, is a big plus, but it affects the number of vacationers.
3. CPKiO them. Gorky
The most visited park in Moscow - CPKiO them. Gorky, was restored in 2011 and now is not much inferior to peers in other countries. Every day about 40,000 Muscovites and guests of the capital have a rest here, and on weekends their number increases to an incredible 250,000.
It was founded in 1928 and now is not only a place with picturesque places for walking, but also a great space for outdoor activities.
The local sports complex has its own chess and running club, badminton and soccer grounds, specially equipped areas for cyclists, skateboarders, skaters and much more.
If you have enough activity outside the park, then you can just sit on a bench with a book or a smartphone, since there is Wi-Fi coverage.
2. Old Arbat
If Moscow is considered the heart of Russia, then Old Arbat - its main artery, located in the Central District. This street appeared in the XV century and is now one of the oldest in the capital.
Despite its modest length (only 1,200 meters), Arbat is full of attractions for every taste. Here is the wall in memory of Viktor Tsoi, and the house of Bulat Okudzhava, and the memorial apartment-museum of Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin, and the Vakhtangov Theater.
Even the architecture of houses here can bewitch and make you stop in the middle of the street.
1. The Moscow Kremlin and Red Square
We simply could not finish the selection with another attraction: in Moscow there is no place more popular and famous than Kremlin and Red Square.
The Spasskaya Tower flaunts here, grandfather Lenin lies, the Armory is located, etc.
Many people, upon arrival in the capital, go to the Kremlin before they manage to check into a hotel and unpack their things. Everyone admires the grandeur and beauty of this place: from the impressionable inhabitants of the hinterland to the Hollywood stars who visited Moscow.