Sightseeing in Moscow - what to see. Complete travel guide
Moscow has become a popular tourist destination long ago. The reason for this is in rich choice of attractions that have national significance. In order not to waste a single day in this city, you should plan the program of excursions clearly and beforehand.
Several months of comprehensive tours will not be enough to explore all the landmarks and sights of Moscow. Hundreds of museums and architectural landmarks and monuments, majestic squares … 
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Moscow features as many entertaining centers as landmarks and sights. Open air leisure and recreation enthusiasts will love local parks and gardens. The Tsaritsyno museum and reserve is of … Open
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The Moscow Kremlin and the Red Square remain the main symbols of the Russian capital. The Kremlin building was constructed in the 12th century and served as the main defensive structure. For several hundred years, it was repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt, while the Red Square witnessed a number of important historical events. Since the construction of the Kremlin, important public gatherings, fairs, and celebrations have been held here. Today the capital's main square is a favorite walking place among local residents and guests of Moscow.
1. Tourists are advised to determine a range of landmarks and sights for visiting just before the trip. Each tourist information center offers great many of excursions and tours being a real … Open
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One of the capital's most recognizable religious sights is the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century soon after the end of the Patriotic War of 1812. The construction of the temple lasted more than forty years. In the post-revolutionary period, the cathedral was completely destroyed, and it was decided to erect the Palace of Soviets on its site. The city authorities began the reconstruction of the religious monument in 1994, and in three years the cathedral was finally open to the public.
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Another striking landmark of modern times is Kremlin in Izmailovo. It is an incredibly beautiful wooden building in the style of 17th-century architecture. The complex was built according to old drawings and pictures. Kremlin in Izmailovo accommodates several interesting museums, souvenir shops, a traditional food restaurant and other entertainment facilities for international tourists. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Moscow and surroundings
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Moscow
♥ Shopping area ' Tretyakov Drive' Moscow, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Novy Arbat street' Moscow, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Arbat street' Moscow, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Leninsky Avenue' Moscow, 9 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Moscow
♥ Castle 'Moscow Kremlin' , 0.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Donskoy Monastery' , 4.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'New Jerusalem Monastery' , 51.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius' , 69.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Vysotsky Monastery' , 95.4 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Moscow
♥ National Park 'Losiny Ostrov' , 18.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Plescheevo Ozero' , 132.6 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Moscow and around
♥ Art museum 'Kremlin Armoury' Moscow, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'State Historical Museum' Moscow, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Pushkin Museum' Moscow, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'State Tretyakov Gallery' Moscow, 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Moscow House of Photography' Moscow, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Moscow from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Hovrinskaya Hospital
From the series “Deserted Places Causing the Feeling of Chill”
Check on the map: Distance from Moscow center - 14.7 km.
In recent decades, the abandoned hospital attracted stalkers and extreme tourists. In a certain period of time, training of rescue service officers was carried there. The unfinished hospital is considered unsafe, not only because of its dilapidated state. The building attracts both curious tourists and looters. In recent years, the grim building of Hovrinskaya hospital is under heavy guard, so it’s not easy to get to its territory. According to reports, the huge building will be dismantled in the coming years. …
Read further Distance from Moscow center - 14.7 km.
Palace in Kolomenskoe
From the series “The Most Wonderful Castles and Palaces”
Check on the map: Distance from Moscow center - 11.1 km.
In the course of several reconstructions, the historians and painters have succeeded in recreating the original setting of the palace. The palace visitors have a chance to wander past the royal apartments of Yelisaveta Petrovna, to graze on the painted ceilings and walls, as well as the stained glass windows and to watch the collection of the ancient icons. The palace looks incredibly harmonious and realistic. The inexperienced tourists will hardly believe that this remarkable architectural monument was erected just a few years ago. Many tourists prefer to visit the palace surrounded by the incredibly beautiful garden in the spring. In May, hundreds of trees and tulips bloom in the garden, around which the building looks even more irresistible. …
Read further Distance from Moscow center - 11.1 km.
Ascension Church
From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Russia”
Check on the map: Distance from Moscow center - 10.1 km.
The church complex is surrounded by a dense forest and includes many buildings. Travellers who visit the amazing landmark, during their tour will be told a lot of incredible stories. Thus, in March 1917, in the basement of the church, the icon of the Mother of God "Derzhavnaya" was discovered by accident. This wonderful relic has been considered irrevocably lost for many years. The religious monument is located in a very complex geological area, on the landslide coast, in the last decades all possible measures have been taken to protect it from total destruction. …
Read further Distance from Moscow center - 10.1 km.
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