Russia Moscow Metro

Metro in Moscow is one of its attractions. Today it takes the sixth place in the world in terms of intensity of use. Many of the underground stations are real works of art and resemble fabulous underground palaces or art galleries.

Moscow metro stations are distinguished by majestic vestibules, monumental and decorative compositions decorating the underground halls. The total length of the network is about 400 kilometers, the number of operating stations is 228, the number of lines is 14. Every day, the Moscow Subway trains carry up to eight million passengers.

History of the Moscow Underground

The first plans for the construction of underground transport existed before the 1917 revolution, but were never implemented. For the second time, they returned to the idea of ​​creating the metro in the 1930s. On May 15, 1935, the first line was launched from the “Sokolniki” station to the “Park of Culture” station. During the war years, the subway was used as a bomb shelter.

In 1950, the Ring Line was opened, which connects all the diametrical lines. Today, the Moscow Subway is open for passengers from 5.30 to 1.00.

The most famous stations

Among the most noteworthy stations should be noted:

• “Komsomolskaya” – its design is dedicated to the theme of the struggle of the Russian people for independence, the station is decorated with bas-reliefs and mosaic panels;
• “Kurskaya” – made in the style of the ancient Roman hall-basilica, known for marble columns and huge chandeliers;
• “Revolution Square” – attracts with sculptural compositions depicting people of the new world;
• “Mayakovskaya” – for its beauty and originality it was awarded the status of a monument of architecture and won the Grand Prix at the International Exhibition in New York;
• “Novokuznetskaya” – the station’s walls are decorated with bas-reliefs and mosaic panels; marble benches taken from the Cathedral of Christ the Savior before its destruction were installed on the station itself;
• “Novoslobodskaya” – glass stained-glass windows framed by gilded brass of chased work were used to decorate the station;
• “Taganskaya” – the station is made in the style of medieval Gothic architecture.Visiting the Moscow metro stations gives you the opportunity not only to quickly and comfortably travel to any part of the city, but also to learn the pages of its history and enjoy aesthetic pleasure.