The Russian capital, Moscow has always been a lively destination known for it’s old and new. In any season or time of day, Moscow shall thrill its visitors with its artistry, history and majesty.
The heart of Moscow is the Kremlin and Red Square with endless history, geography and spirituality. The city is also abundant in an array of eccentric bars, restaurants, clubs and nightlife that epitomizes modern Muscovite living.
By Farah Amin
Red Square
Right outside the Kremlin’s northeastern wall is the celebrated Red Square, the zone made of cobblestones that represents Moscow. from south, stands the St Basil’s Cathedral . This panorama is breath taking, especially at night.
Further on, you can stroll across the place where so much of Russian history has unfolded.
Kremlin
Red Square and the Kremlin are the definite starting point for any visist to Moscow. Both sights have been there for nearly 900 years as the historical, geographic and spiritual heart of Moscow. The mighty fortress, the iconic onion domes of St Basil’s Cathedral and the granite mausoleum of Vladimir Lenin are among the city’s most important historical sights that are hardly inescapable, surrounded by streets of Kitay Gorod which are crammed with must-see churches and old architecture.
St Basil’s Cathedral
The icon of Russia stands at the southern end of Red Square: St Basil’s Cathedral. This crazy confusion of colours, patterns and shapes is the result of a style that is unique to Russian architecture.
To commemorate the victory of capturing the Tatar stronghold of Kazan on the Feast of Intercession, In 1552 Ivan the Terrible He commissioned this landmark church, officially the Intercession Cathedral. This masterpiece would become the ultimate symbol of Russia.
Bolshoi Theatre
Moscow is known for its performing arts, especially Ballet. Be sure to save an evening at the Bolshoi, for it is one of Moscow’s most romantic and entertaining options for a night on the town. The glittering six-tier auditorium has an electric atmosphere, evoking over 235 years of premier music and dance. Both the ballet and opera companies perform a range of Russian and foreign works here.
Tchaikovsky Concert Hall
Weather a fan of Russian classics such as Stravinsky, Rachmaninov and Shostakovich or not, attending a performance at the Tchaikovsky Concert Hall is an experience not to be missed.
Home to the famous Moscow State Philharmonic (Moskovskaya Filharmonia), the capital’s oldest symphony orchestra, Tchaikovsky Concert Hall was established in 1921. It’s a huge auditorium, with seating for 1600 people.
Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
Pushkin is Moscow’s premier foreign-art museum, split over three branches and showing off a broad selection of art. There is everything from European works, including masterpieces from ancient civilizations, Italian Renaissance and Dutch Golden Age to artwork from impressionist and post impressionist era, including top works by Van Gogh, Gauguin Picasso, Derain, Matisse and Dufrenoy. To see the incredible collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist paintings, visit the Gallery of European & American Art.
