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The capital of Russia has a huge number of parks where you can have a good time, admire nature and have a good rest. There are more than a hundred such territories in the metropolis. The top ten presented below includes the best parks in Moscow, which are especially popular with residents of the city.
10 Bitsevsky forest
Bitsevsky Forest is a Moscow natural and historical park with a total area of 2 hectares. This is a unique area in the capital, which is a real forest. Its formation occurred naturally, as a result of which the area received a hilly relief. On the territory of the Bitsevsky Forest, two rivers take their sources – these are Chertanovka and Gorodnya, which flow into the Moscow River. The Bitsa River also flows here, after which the forest park is named. In addition to rivers, a large number of streams flow in this area and there are ponds. Despite the fact that the park is located in the vicinity of the metropolis, it has retained its original beauty with vegetation and animals. The forest is landscaped with benches for visitors who come here to relax and enjoy nature.
9. Children’s park Presnensky
The Presnensky Children’s Park is one of the best in Moscow. There is a popular chess and checkers club on its territory, where various activities for children are organized, from entertainment to competitions. There is a sports hall, which regularly hosts football, table tennis and basketball competitions. On the territory of the park there is a computer center designed to teach the basics of information technology and programming. In total, about fifty children’s associations operate on the territory of Presnensky. There are many statues in the form of chess pieces in the park.
8. silver Forest
“Silver Forest” or “Khoroshevsky Forest Park” is a natural monument of regional significance, which is located within Moscow. One of the best metropolitan parks is a specially protected area. This is an artificially created island, the formation of which occurred during the creation of a canal, called the Khoroshevskoye straightening. Serebryany Bor is divided into five zones, one of which is a protected area, where ecosystems are maintained and restored. Excursions are arranged in this part of the park. The walking area is landscaped for recreation and has observation platforms, direction indicators. “Khoroshevsky Forest Park” performs several functions – water protection, recreational and environmental protection. It boasts rich flora and fauna. There are about a hundred species of animals here, including moles, beavers, hares, ermines, squirrels, beavers, etc.
7. Catherine Park
“Ekaterininsky Park” is a monument of soda and park art and has the status of a natural complex of Moscow. The total area occupied by it is 16 hectares, on which architectural monuments are located. The central part is occupied by a huge pond with an area of almost 2 hectares. The shore of the pond is landscaped and has a trade pavilion, as well as a cafe. Near the park are the Museum of the Russian Army, as well as the Catherine Institute. The locals love to spend their free time here.
6. Meshchersky park
Meshchersky Park is one of the ten best parks located in Moscow. The total area occupied by it is as much as 465 hectares. Its foundation took place in the distant 14th century. The park has a unique, pristine nature, almost untouched by human hand. On its territory there is a pond, on the shore of which there is a landscaped beach where you can sunbathe in the summer. There is a bicycle rental in the warm season, as well as a ski rental operating in the winter. There are specially equipped tracks directly for Scandinavian wrestling. Right in the middle of the forest, there is a real football field with an area of 240 square meters. meters. There is also a roller track with a total duration of about 2 kilometers.
5. Izmailovsky Park
Izmailovsky Park is one of the largest forest areas in the capital with a total area of 1621 hectares. Its foundation took place a couple of decades ago. On its territory, architectural monuments dating back to the 7th century have been preserved. “Izmailovsky Park” has a rich and diverse vegetation, more than a dozen ponds, river sources, as well as transitional swamps. This area is famous for its rich wildlife. There are rides and playgrounds on the territory of the park.
4. victory park
Victory Park or Poklonnaya Gora is one of the largest memorial complexes in the capital of Russia. Dedicated to the victory in the Great Patriotic War. Folk festivals are regularly held here on holidays. The territory of the park is landscaped for walking and outdoor activities on roller skates, bicycles. The main attraction of this area is the Museum of the Great Patriotic War, the fund of which has a large number of unique items. The main alley of the park has 1418 fountains, which symbolize the duration of the Second World War. There is also a wall of the same height, at the top of which is a statue of the goddess Nike.
3. Sokolniki
Sokolniki is one of the three best Moscow parks, which is located on the territory of the eponymous district of the capital. This area got its name because of the royal falcon hunts held here earlier. The park provides a lot of entertainment for both adults and children. Here you can have fun riding rides, bicycles, rollerblades, etc. In winter, there is an opportunity to engage in active recreation on skates or skis. On the territory of Sokolniki there is also a go-cart track, a swimming pool and a dancing veranda.
2. Boring Garden
“Neskuchny Sad” is a historical park of Moscow with an area of about 60 hectares, founded in the 18th century. Once upon a time, noble estates were located here, now it is a favorite place for many Muscovites who come here just to take a walk, play sports, visit an excursion or arrange a unique photo shoot. Neskuchny Sad is adjacent to Gorky Park.
1. Central Park of Culture and Leisure. Gorky
Central Park of Culture and Leisure named after Gorky” is the best park in the capital of Russia, which is also one of the most popular and well-maintained. On its territory there are well-maintained ponds, wooden beaches with adjoining bars, free sunbeds and ottomans. There is a rental of bicycles, scooters, painting and dancing lessons, regular parties and festivals, yoga and fitness classes. The park stretches along the riverbed for seven kilometers.