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Moscow at a Glance

Moscow is the capital of Russia and the countryâs principal political, economic, financial, educational, and transportation center, located on the Moskva River

Moscowâs architectural and performing arts culture are world-renowned. Moscow is also well known as the site of the Saint Basilâs Cathedral, with its elegant onion domes, as well as the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. The Patriarch of Moscow, whose residence is the Danilov Monastery, serves as the head of the Russian Orthodox Church. Moscow also remains a major economic center and is home to a large number of billionaires and is perennially considered one of the most expensive cities in the world. It is home to many scientific and educational institutions, as well as numerous sport facilities. It possesses a complex transport system that includes the worldâs busiest metro system which is famous for its architecture

Area 2511 Square Kilometers

Population 11.92 Million

Winter Temperature 7 Â°C

Summer Temperature 23 Â°C

Best Time To Visit The best time to visit Moscow weather-wise is late spring - early June. This is the season when weather is the most convenient for long hours of sightseeing.

By Air

Most of the airlines are flying from India to Moscow through Domodedovo, Vnukovo and Sheremetyevo Airport. From Airport, you can take aero express train or taxi service to reach the city. If you are flying inside Russia, you can take domestic flights or take Russian Railway to connect other cities.

By Rail

Rail can be used for inland travel. The metro service operates in major Russian cities.

The Moscow Kremlin

The Moscow Kremlin is a iconic symbol of the Russian , one of the largest architectural ensembles in the world. It is the official residence of the President of the Russian Federation. The Moscow Kremlin is located on the left bank of the Moskva River â on the Borovitsky Hill â at the confluence of the Neglinnaya River. The first settlement on the site of the Kremlin appeared about 4,000 years ago. The place of the construction of the Kremlin was not chosen by chance. High location allowed the Kremlin to see enemies from a distance, and the river served as a natural barrier on their way. The Kremlin was originally made of wood. There was built an earthen wall for greater reliability around the walls.

Red Square

The Red Square is the main and most famous square in Moscow, located in the city center, near the north-eastern wall of the Kremlin. There are located Lobnoye Mesto (Place of Skulls), a monument to Minin and Pozharsky, Lenin Mausoleum and Necropolis where were buried prominent figures of the Soviet State. The Red Square was built in front of the walls of the Kremlin in order to create sweep area.

The Moscow Metro

The Moscow Metro is famous by the rich decoration work of many stations with samples of art of socialist realism. Moscow metro stations are also called "underground palaces of Moscow". The underground complexes are decorated with statues and reliefs, monumental and decorative compositions: paintings, mosaics and stained glasses, created by the leading artists of the country

Arbat

The Arbat is one of the most famous and oldest streets in Moscow since the 15th century. Now the Arbat Street is one of the most expensive and desirable places to live.The Old Arbat Street is one of the symbols of old Moscow, which was celebrated in poems, novels, songs and movies.

Bolshoi Theatre

Bolshoi Theatre is one of the largest theatres of opera and ballet in Russia and one of the most important ones in the world. The complex of buildings of the theater is located in the heart of Moscow, at the Theatre Square. More than 800 works were performed on the stage of the Bolshoi Theatre, including the first Russian operas and operas by celebrities such as Verdi, Wagner, Bellini, Donizetti and other composers.

Saint Basil's Cathedral

Saint Basil's Cathedral is Russian Orthodox Church located on Red Square. Saint Basil's Cathedral is a magnificent building that consists of nine churches on a single base connected inside with a gallery. Each church has a different dome with beautiful ornaments. Until 1600 the Church was the most highest building in the city â 65 meters - until Ivan the Great Bell Tower was built.

GUM ( Department Store)

GUM is the State Department Store which occupies whole block of Kitay-Gorod district and faces Red Square. This giant three-floor building consists of 3 long passages with deep basement. Each of passages have glass roof with support of steel arches. There are three big halls. Now GUM is trade center and a museum.

Alexander Garden

Alexander Garden is one of the most surprising spots in Moscow which sits along the Kremlin's western wall. Just imagine that right in the center of a huge city sits an oasis of beauty and calmness.

Nikolskaya street

One of the main streets in Kitai Gorod goes from Red Square to Lubyanskaya Square and is known in its rich history and interesting buildings, shops, churches, cafes and restaurants. A good and relaxing place to stroll and visit.

KGB headquarters

Infamous headquarters of the KGB is also known as Lubyanka, Revolution sq. and the last Karl Marx monument in Moscow, the Bolshoi theatre and the first McDonalds in the USSR.

Tverskaya Street

The main street of Russia,Tverskaya Street is the center of Moscow.

It begins almost at the Kremlin, crosses the Boulevard ring, and emerges into Pervaya Tverskaya-Yamskaya Street after Triumph square, finding its end at the Belorusskiy trainstation. The main sight of this street is Tverskaya square; its age is nearly 200 years, and also monuments that are situated there. Here you can find City Hall built in 1782 by architect Matvey Kazakov, statue of Yuriy Dolgoruky, the founder of Moscow, statue of Pushkin, Museum of modern Russia history, famous MHAT (Moscow Art Theatre) that played important role in the world theather art.

Manege square

It is a large pedestrian open space in the Tverskoy District at the heart of Moscow

Kolomenskoye Estate Guided Tour

Kolomenskoye is known as a royal residence of many princes and tsars since the 14th century.Kolomenskoye features many vintage wooden structures, such as beautiful churches and tent-roofed constructions. The building represents a huge maze of intricate corridors and 250 rooms, built without using saws, nails, or hooks. The palace is also famous for its fairytale roofs. The interior dÃ©cor is bright and varied: here you will find intricate carving on architraves and window cornices, colourful wall and ceiling paintings and ornamental upholstery of furniture and walls. All this rich dÃ©cor turns the whole building into a small fairy-tale palace.

The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour is the main cathedral of the Russian Orthodox church located near the Kremlin on the left bank of the Moskva River. It is the largest cathedral of the Russian Church designed for 10 000 people, built in the tradition of Russian-Byzantine style and enjoyed broad support of the state in the start of construction

Vorobyovy gory (Sparrow hills)

Vorobyovy gory is a territory situated in the south-west part of Moscow facing Luzhniki Olympic Complex. Vorobyovy gory are considered to be one of the seven hills.
On the top of the Sparrow hills, there are Moscow State University building complex. Main building of the University is the famous tower-building and it was the highest building in Moscow to the moment â its height with spire is 240 meters.

GUM

TSUM

TSUM Department Store is placed within walking distance from the Red Square, Bolshoy Theatre, the History Museum and other important Moscow tourist attractions. Similar to the other royal-like malls, TSUM Moscow is considered by many as one of the most attractive shopping places because it includes no less than one thousand famous brands of clothing, shoes, accessories and cosmetics. Besides the opportunity to spend your money in a smart way, the TSUM Department Store is also the perfect place to observe the classic Russian architectural design and to relax in an amazing environment.

Petrovsky Passage

Petrovsky Passage in Moscow is definitely one of the most expensive, elite-oriented department stores. Situated on the street with the same name, this shopping center is within walking distance from the Red Square, thus readily available for anyone visiting the city. Even though the unique articles that can be found there may not always be available in what concerns the prices, Petrovsky Passage is a good opportunity for you to spend a day in a fabulous place that gives you the chance to feel â even if only for a few hours â as being part of the ancient royal families.

European Mall (Evropeisky Shopping Center)

European Mall is one of the most modern shopping centers in Moscow. Five of the most important sections are named after European capital cities (Berlin, London, Moscow, Paris and Rome). for the hundreds of stores that represent some of the most popular brands in the world

Okhotny Ryad (Hunting Row) Shopping Center

Okhotny Ryad Shopping Center is one of the largest and most popular shopping malls in Moscow. The numerous brands of clothing, accessories and cosmetics meet every possible taste. This Mall also gives their customers the chance to spend a beautiful and relaxing day in one of the varied restaurants and cafes.