Initially the Tower was a part of fortifying constructions but at present the Tower is a part of the Moscow Kremlin. The Spasskaya Tower presents the Kremlin Chime and the clock. In close vicinity to the Red Square the tourists will discover the main religious landmark of the city being the Saint Basil’s Cathedral. Its opening was held in 1554. In course of its long history the Cathedral has been at the edge of total destruction for many times. The majestic building impressed Napoleon Bonaparte to such a great extent that he wished to transfer the Cathedral to France, however his dream was not fulfilled.
At present the Saint Basil’s Cathedral is a globally renowned landmark. A part of the building is occupied with the State Historical Museum of Russia. The Moscow Kremlin is a location of the world renowned Diamond Treasury. An excursion to the treasury is still one of the most popular tours among travelers. Each day the Moscow Kremlin is visited by hundreds of the city guests wishing to enjoy stunning beauty of the coronation regalia and precious articles used by Russian tsars during solemn ceremonies.
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