| Moscow is the city to be visited. It is one of the ancient and most captivating metropolises in the world. Moscow has a long and interesting history. The city has been totally ruined and rebuilt again a greta many times throughout the centuries. Each time Moscow was resurrected from ruins, it became further and further beautiful. The most talented and famous architects were invited from around the world to restore Moscow. Thus, Moscow tourist attractions are truly worth seeing. These days Moscow is the city where the old and the new exist side by side in reciprocal tolerance and respect. Nearby ancient convents and cathedrals, there tower over ultramodern business centres and skyscrapers. But, first and foremost, Moscow is the epicentre of the Russian history.
Being the symbol of the metropolis, Red Square is the most famous city square in Moscow and, probably, one of the most famous in the world. The square separates the Kremlin, which used to be the royal fort and is currently the official residence of Russia's President, from a historic merchant part called Kitai-gorod. Because the main Moscow streets run from here in every direction, Red Square is often considered the central square of Moscow and of all Russia.
Resurrection Gate is the only existing gate of the Kitai-gorod in Moscow. It connects the north-western end of Red Square with Manege Square and gives its name to Voskresenskaya Square (called Resurrection Square) situated nearby.
Moscow parks are also popular with foreign visitors. Alexander Garden was one of the first public parks in Moscow. There are 3 separate gardens located along the western Kremlin wall.
The State Historical Museum of Russia is a museum of Russia's history situated between Red Square and Manege Square. There are displays of relics of the prehistoric tribes inhabiting present-day Russia as well as priceless masterworks of art obtained by the members of the Romanov family. The total number of objects in the museum's collection averages out at millions.
Moscow is said to exhaust you before you exhaust its possibilities. For further information on other tourist attractions in Moscow, visit www.see-you-in-moscow.com. |
