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A trip to Moscow turns into a nightmare for some: terrible traffic jams, huge distances, vanity, while others pay attention to the positive aspects: high earnings and career opportunities, a developed European-level urban environment, sights and more.
Whatever your reason for visiting the beautiful capital of Russia, you should definitely visit these places from the list! Highly recommended by tourists and even the residents themselves. Coming to Moscow, it is worth remembering that there are few native Muscovites in this city – there are really a lot of visitors, the flavor of nationalities. Whether you like this city or not – by and large depends on what you will pay attention to.
We offer to make your stay pleasant and positively memorable! So, what are the places you should definitely visit and tell your friends and family about their beauty?
10 Novodevichy Convent
Novodevichy Convent – one of those places in Moscow that you definitely need to visit. The fortress walls from the outside are fully accessible for viewing – walk around and admire, armed with a camera!
Previously, this place was the Maiden’s Field – according to one of the legends, during the era of the Tatar-Mongol invasions, Russian girls were selected here and sent to the Horde. The history of the monastery is very rich (read for the sake of interest), earlier Sophia, the sister of Peter I, lived on this territory.
Novodevichy Convent is one of the most peaceful places in the capital city. The area is small, but still nice to walk around the neighborhood. By the way, this historical place is protected by UNESCO.
9. China town
Any resident of Moscow will tell you that upon arrival you should definitely visit China town! It’s “a big city’s little surprise,” as one forum user put it. Why it is so named is unknown, there are several versions.
What exactly is Chinatown? This is a historical area, distinguished by its beauty, but it is difficult to call it calm. Here, as elsewhere, there are criminals, bad people walking the streets. But let’s focus on the good!
Kitai-gorod is an area where rich people live – 5 minutes from the Kremlin. Renting apartments here is expensive. This place may appeal to those who love morning walks along the boulevard, bourgeois cafes and ancient architecture.
8. Museum-Reserve Kolomenskoye
In the territory Museum-reserve Kolomenskoye there are many museums, guided tours, and the views just make you want to meditate! Many different stories are connected with Kolomenskoye, which you can learn from the excursion.
It is especially pleasant to walk here in the summer – if you wish, you can rent a bicycle. There is an amusement park for kids. The Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve is protected by UNESCO – walking through the park, you will see a unique architectural ensemble of wooden architecture.
Of course, the visiting card of the reserve is the Church of the Ascension of the Lord, located on a hill. It was built in 1532. Opposite the church there is an observation deck where you can climb up and admire the Moscow River.
7. Elk Island
If you like to merge with nature, then you should definitely head for Elk Island – one of the best places in Moscow where you can hide among the trees and enjoy relaxation. The island is located not only within Moscow, but also stretches far beyond the Moscow Ring Road.
This is a very interesting place in the forest. Large and neat area. There is also a playground to keep the kids entertained. If you wish, you can drive to Babaevsky Pond, and beyond the Moscow Ring Road there is Mytishchi plavni – a beautiful place full of birds.
In summer, it is very pleasant to relax here with your family – you can fry a barbecue and have a picnic. The territory of Losiny Island impresses not only with its scale, but also with excellent grooming. There is even a figure of an elk here – it makes you want to take a photo with it!
6. VDNKh
Having visited at least once one of the favorite places for both visitors and Muscovites – in VDNKhyou will surely think about coming back here again. What is so fascinating about this place?
There are many opportunities for outdoor activities, stunning ponds and fountains, picturesque landscape design! The walk begins with the majestic monumental arch of the Main Entrance, an attractive sculpture “Tractor Driver and Collective Farm Girl”.
At the entrance you feel spacious, even breathe easier! For many, VDNKh is, first of all, a beautiful place where you can take a walk with the whole family. The area is already 325 hectares, so the benefits of a long walk are guaranteed. It is beautiful, interesting, well-groomed and there is something to see.
5. Novodevichy Ponds
Novodevichy Ponds – a wonderful park where you can take a walk with the whole family. It is convenient to get to it, there is a lot of greenery, it is always quiet and calm. Many benches were built for recreation.
Novodevichy Ponds Park in Moscow is a cozy, picturesque place located in the Khamovniki district. At the entrance to the park there is an observation deck with a fence and a wooden deck. The views of Moscow are impressive – I want to take pictures!
There are a lot of ponds here, and the green area is impressive in size. Lots of trees to see and photograph. There are also stone bridges – in order not to go around the perimeter of the ponds for a long time, you can cut the path.
4. Tverskoy Boulevard
Surely you have heard this name more than once, because Tverskoy Boulevard – the most popular place for walking among Muscovites and guests of the capital. This is the very first boulevard in Moscow, the longest and, of course, the most impressive!
When you see the monument to K. A. Timiryazev, it means that you are at the beginning of the boulevard. On the boulevard there is where to roam, because there are wide paths. There is also plenty of greenery and benches. One of the main attractions is the oak, which is 200 years old. It is fenced and there is a sign on it – do not confuse.
Walking along Tverskoy Boulevard, you can see enough places whose history arouses curiosity. For example, house No. 8 in pink tones, built in the XNUMXth century, is called the “House of Song”. Previously, concerts, lectures, and just meetings were held here. There are many beautiful buildings with an interesting history on the boulevard – be sure to visit.
3. Izmailovsky Kremlin
What can be said about Izmailovsky Kremlin? It is beautiful and interesting here, in fact, these points become decided to visit. There are many cafes and canteens in the Izmailovsky Kremlin – so if you feel like eating while walking around the territory, you won’t leave hungry!
In the Izmailovsky Kremlin, entertainment for every taste: museums, cafes, various festivities. The place is historical, although there are few historical buildings left here. Everything is here: the most luxurious towers, and high temples, and the height of one reaches 46 meters!
The buildings are very atmospheric, impressive – take care of a sufficient charge of the camera / phone in advance, because you will want to shoot everything. Some food outlets in the Kremlin are very atmospheric and introduce guests to fairy tale characters. You can even register a marriage on the territory!
2. Krutitsy Compound
This is a place to visit with the whole family. Krutitsy Compound is located in the center of Moscow – walking around the territory, you feel as if you were transported by a time machine into the past. Everything here is very cozy, harmonious, and each stone is a separate story.
You can get into the courtyard from three sides, admission is free. The territory of the architectural ensemble of the courtyard is small and, having been here, you are charged with positive emotions. What will be interesting to see is the Round Tower of the XNUMXth century, the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin of the XNUMXth century, the Resurrection Church of the XNUMXth century and more.
In ancient times, the village of Krutitsy was located on the site of the Krutitsy Compound – this name was due to the fact that in those days the left bank of the capital was steep and steep. You can come here just to sit in silence. By the way, movies are often shot here.
1. Manor of Tsaritsyno
Walk through estate Tsaritsyno especially pleasant in summer. What immediately catches your eye: greenery, paths, a fountain, ponds and cute swimming ducks. The territory of Tsaritsyno is a leisurely vacation in harmony with nature.
The park is very large and the farther from the center – the less well-groomed. Those who like to find fault with trifles will not particularly like it. There are several ponds on the territory of the Tsaritsyno estate – one of them is very small, intended for birds. The second is used for catamarans and rowing boats.
On the estate, everyone will find entertainment for themselves: you can rent a boat, visit the museum, and just lie down on the grass. This is a great place for photo shoots. Usually people come here to walk in silence and enjoy the clean air.