Moscow is the most populous European city that has played an important role in the history of Russia. It is the financial capital of Russia and is home to many business companies and organizations. Considering its role in Russian history, Moscow is home to many famous Russian landmarks such as Saint Basil’s Cathedral and the world famous Kremlin.
Moscow can be explored on foot and offers everything for the tourist, whether it is the luxury one is looking for or the desire to soak up the unique culture that Russia has to offer. The central business regions are best explored on foot, but considering the sheer size of the city, remote locations can be comfortably reached by taking the Moscow Metro, which is the main form of public transportation in Moscow.
Moscow is particularly famous for the unique architecture of its buildings that are reminiscent of Arab cities. With many colorful domes and lavish interiors, Moscow’s public buildings are places not to be missed. Many tourists visit Moscow just to marvel at the architectural flair and quirkiness of its famous buildings and sights.
Moscow’s Red Square is comparable to New York’s Times Square when it comes to popularity. Most tourists end up in Red Square the first thing they land in Moscow. Red Square is in the center of Moscow and is surrounded by landmarks such as St. Basil’s Cathedral and one of the Kremlin’s red walls. Many nights can be spent in these places watching the bustling activity that goes on here and chatting with your family or friends or even complete strangers. Some of the other places of interest in Moscow are listed below.
The Kremlin is another mythical place for travelers in Moscow. It occupies a colossal area and is home to The Armory, many churches, the Kremlin Palace and museums, among other places of interest. There is an entrance fee to enter the Kremlin and it depends on the sights you want to visit inside. Tverskaya Street starts from the Kremlin gates and heads towards the Russian city of Sankt. petersburg Famous for its many boutiques, it is the ideal place to shop if you are looking for trendy clothes and accessories.
The old Arbat street is also one of the renowned shopping destinations in Moscow and tourists will find a wide variety of souvenirs to take home. There are also many cafes and restaurants here and it is the entertainment area of the city of Moscow. Very close to the Old Arbat Street is the New Arbat Street, which is the choice of the richest Muscovites. You can find most of the elite hotels and restaurants here, as well as being able to see who’s who of the citizens of Moscow.
Don’t expect all of Moscow to be friendly to non-Russian speakers and it is recommended that you buy a copy of the Moscow Times, which is an English-language newspaper in Moscow that will guide you to the most English-friendly places of interest. Take lots of photos, learn some Russian in the meantime and your trip to Moscow will be etched in your mind for a long time.
