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Moscow city tour

During a sightseeing tour of the historic city center, you can see and visit some the most famous sights of Moscow. This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with the history, masterpieces and legends of the city.

The Moscow Kremlin and Red square

The Kremlin is the most recognizable and iconic place in Moscow, a majestic symbol not only of the capital, but of the whole of Russia. Visiting the Moscow Kremlin and Red square is the must-do tour for guest of the Russia capital. All the power and historical significance of the state is captured here. On Red square and its surroundings are the main attractions of the capital, which are unique historical monuments that embody the national ideas of different eras.

St. Basil’s Cathedral

The most recognizable and famous symbol of medieval Russian Church architecture – the object of UNESCO heritage. The temple was built under Tsar Ivan the terrible in the middle of the XVI century in honor of the capture of the city of Kazan, the capital of the powerful Kazan khanate. It consists of nine separate churches, which are located on the same Foundation and connected by two galleries. Today, St. Basil’s Cathedral is actively working, and services are regularly held here.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

Cathedral of Christ the Savior is the main Church Russian Orthodox Church of Russia. Listed in the Guinness Book of records as the world’s largest Orthodox Cathedral with the squere 80000 sq.m. The existing structure is an external reconstruction of the eponymous Church in the Russian – Byzantine style, created in the XIX century, carried out in the 1990s. Initially, Alexander I decided to build this religious building in honor of the victory in the war of 1812. Today, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour is a permanent Orthodox Church the mail state Orthodox events are going place.

Sparrow Hills

One of the most famous Park districts of the capital is a favorite vacation spot for students, newlyweds and tourists. The name of the place comes from the village of Sparrow, which existed from the XIV to the middle of the XX century. There is a famous observation deck that offers a panoramic view of the whole of Moscow. There is also a 720-meter cable car from Luzhniki and back, thanks to which you can view the beautiful views of the capital from a great heigh

Moscow State University named after Lomonosov

The largest and most prestigious University in the country which wellknow in the world. The decree establishing the University was signed by Empress Elizabeth in 1755. It was originally located on the site of the current State historical Museum on Red square. The current main building is located on the Sparrow hills and was built in 1953. In total, the University has about 600 structures at its disposal. In the University there are about 36 students and more then 4000 graduate student adn 100000 preparatory students.

Novodevichy Convent

Novodevichy monastery is a picturesque old temple complex located in the historical part of Moscow. It was founded in 1524 by the decree of Basil III. This is one of the oldest religious ensembles in the country, which has been revered for many centuries. During its history, the monastery has experienced wars and devastation, times of Troubles, fires, turning into a Museum, and much more. Despite this, today the Shrine has been transferred to the Moscow Patriarchate for indefinite and free use, fully restored, and is open to pilgrims and tourists.

Arbat street

Pedestrian street in the center of Moscow, one of the oldest and most famous historical streets of the city, located in the district of the same name. With a length of about 1.2 kilometers, the Arbat runs from the Arbat Gate square to Smolenskaya square, communicating with numerous alleys. By the number of attractions Arbat can surpass even Red square. In the XV-th century, artisans lived here, in the XVIII-XIXth centuries – the nobles in the rich mansions. Pushkin and the composer Rachmanivov lived here. Arbat today is an atmospheric and often informal place.

Moscow-City

The impressive “Moscow city” complex is a modern business card of Moscow. The largest fountain in Europe. One of the highest viewing platforms in the world the height of 360 metres. Giant clock with a diameter of 64 meters. Luxury apartments to live or to rent. Prestigious restaurants. Hundreds of top-level shops. “Moscow-City” are interesting excursions and entertainments for children and adults. Construction of “Moscow city” began in 1996. The complex consist of of 11 skyscrapers and its construction continues to this day.