VMP New Delhi [India], April 13: 32 cultural and natural sites of Russia are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Three of them can be seen with your own eyes without traveling outside Moscow. The Moscow City Tourism Committee offers a selection of unique architectural monuments that are worth visiting for tourists from India. 1. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square
A masterpiece of world architecture and the main symbol of Russia is located in the center of Moscow and the ancient tiles and ruby stars of the Spasskaya Tower amaze the imagination at first glance. The ensemble of the Moscow Kremlin and Red Square was one of the first Russian sites included in the World Heritage List, and one day will not be enough for a curious tourist to see all its sights.Must-see objects when visiting the Kremlin are the famous Tsa Cannon and the Tsar Bell from the times of the imperial dynasties, as well as the treasury of the Kremlin Arsenal. And in addition to the postcard-perfect St. Basil's Cathedral and Mausoleum, the Historical Museum and the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos on the Moat are also must-sees when visiting Red Square. A trip to the Kremlin will be interesting not only for adults, but also for their children. The Moscow Kremlin Museums offers thematic excursions for people of different ages, so the program is adapted in accordance with the peculiarities of the child's perception and interests, which will help to better remember the visit to these places, Red Square is located in the very center of the capital, there are several metro stations near it, or to be more precise, several entire interchange hubs. The nearest stations are Okhotny Ryad, Teatralnaya and Ploshchad Revolution.You can enter Red Square for free, but to visit the Kremlin you will have to buy a ticket, we recommend doing it online in advance. The cost of visiting the Armory is 1300 rubles (about 15 US dollars), the right to pass without queuing is available for excursion groups with guides. It is possible to see the architectural ensemble of Sobornaya Square at a lower price - 900 rubles (US 10), but in both places, its tour is organized according to the program, there may be queues for entry. We would also like to draw your attention to the fact that the Diamond Fund, Lenin's Mausoleum do not belong to the Museum of the Kremlin 2. Church of the Ascension in Kolomenskoye
Another architectural masterpiece – one of the first hip-roofed temples in Russia, is located on the territory of the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve.According to legend, the Church of the Ascension was built in honor of the birth of the future Tsar Ivan IV, who went down in history as the Terrible. A visit to the site can be combined with a walk in the large-scale park located south of the center of Moscow At the moment, the Church of the Ascension is closed for restoration, and you can admire it only from the outside. , but there are still many places worth visiting in Kolomenskoye. For example, together with tour guests you can visit the Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, the Falcon Court and the Beekeeper's estate. The Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve and the Izmailovo Estate regularly host events that introduce Russian history and culture in an interactive way. All events are held free of charge and designed for family audiences.The Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve is located 5 minutes from the Kolomenskoye metro station of the same name. Entry to the park is free, please see website 3 for tour costs. Novodevichy Convent, the oldest active convent in Moscow, has preserved its monumental appearance from the 16th-17th centuries. Its architectural ensemble belongs to the "Moscow Baroque" style. The interiors of the monastery contain a collection of valuable paintings and works of arts and crafts - you can see them by signing up for an excursion and admire the rich interior decoration of the premises.In addition to excursions, the Novodevichy Convent also has a playground for youth. Visitors – Electronic cards for access to the playground are available from the church shop during its opening hours. Cards are issued only to parents with children (no more than 1 card per family), and children under 14 years of age. So if a child wants to run and play a little, parents can bring him or her to the playground. For security purposes, the playground is under strict surveillance.Like most sights of Moscow, the Novodevichy Convent is easiest to reach by B metro. The nearest station is Sportivnaya, you can walk from there to Konven in just 5-7 minutes. Visiting tickets are not at all expensive – the price for adults is 300 rubles (a little more than USD 3). Please note that amateur photography and videography costs an additional 100 and 200 (USD 1-2) rubles.
A masterpiece of world architecture and the main symbol of Russia is located in the center of Moscow and the ancient tiles and ruby stars of the Spasskaya Tower amaze the imagination at first glance. The ensemble of the Moscow Kremlin and Red Square was one of the first Russian sites included in the World Heritage List, and one day will not be enough for a curious tourist to see all its sights.Must-see objects when visiting the Kremlin are the famous Tsa Cannon and the Tsar Bell from the times of the imperial dynasties, as well as the treasury of the Kremlin Arsenal. And in addition to the postcard-perfect St. Basil's Cathedral and Mausoleum, the Historical Museum and the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos on the Moat are also must-sees when visiting Red Square. A trip to the Kremlin will be interesting not only for adults, but also for their children. The Moscow Kremlin Museums offers thematic excursions for people of different ages, so the program is adapted in accordance with the peculiarities of the child's perception and interests, which will help to better remember the visit to these places, Red Square is located in the very center of the capital, there are several metro stations near it, or to be more precise, several entire interchange hubs. The nearest stations are Okhotny Ryad, Teatralnaya and Ploshchad Revolution.You can enter Red Square for free, but to visit the Kremlin you will have to buy a ticket, we recommend doing it online in advance. The cost of visiting the Armory is 1300 rubles (about 15 US dollars), the right to pass without queuing is available for excursion groups with guides. It is possible to see the architectural ensemble of Sobornaya Square at a lower price - 900 rubles (US 10), but in both places, its tour is organized according to the program, there may be queues for entry. We would also like to draw your attention to the fact that the Diamond Fund, Lenin's Mausoleum do not belong to the Museum of the Kremlin 2. Church of the Ascension in Kolomenskoye
Another architectural masterpiece – one of the first hip-roofed temples in Russia, is located on the territory of the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve.According to legend, the Church of the Ascension was built in honor of the birth of the future Tsar Ivan IV, who went down in history as the Terrible. A visit to the site can be combined with a walk in the large-scale park located south of the center of Moscow At the moment, the Church of the Ascension is closed for restoration, and you can admire it only from the outside. , but there are still many places worth visiting in Kolomenskoye. For example, together with tour guests you can visit the Palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, the Falcon Court and the Beekeeper's estate. The Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve and the Izmailovo Estate regularly host events that introduce Russian history and culture in an interactive way. All events are held free of charge and designed for family audiences.The Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve is located 5 minutes from the Kolomenskoye metro station of the same name. Entry to the park is free, please see website 3 for tour costs. Novodevichy Convent, the oldest active convent in Moscow, has preserved its monumental appearance from the 16th-17th centuries. Its architectural ensemble belongs to the "Moscow Baroque" style. The interiors of the monastery contain a collection of valuable paintings and works of arts and crafts - you can see them by signing up for an excursion and admire the rich interior decoration of the premises.In addition to excursions, the Novodevichy Convent also has a playground for youth. Visitors – Electronic cards for access to the playground are available from the church shop during its opening hours. Cards are issued only to parents with children (no more than 1 card per family), and children under 14 years of age. So if a child wants to run and play a little, parents can bring him or her to the playground. For security purposes, the playground is under strict surveillance.Like most sights of Moscow, the Novodevichy Convent is easiest to reach by B metro. The nearest station is Sportivnaya, you can walk from there to Konven in just 5-7 minutes. Visiting tickets are not at all expensive – the price for adults is 300 rubles (a little more than USD 3). Please note that amateur photography and videography costs an additional 100 and 200 (USD 1-2) rubles.
