It was 10 years ago. I was like any working-class repeating the same boring days as usual. Then the bloody church just kept occupying my mind. I decided to go there on Christmas in 2014. I really loved my decision. Russia is a must-visit country. The economy was bad in 2014, but that is good for tourist. I had few days meeting my Turkish lover in Santa Petersburg. I almost lost in the morning when I was looking for our rented apartment. Just a glance, he showed again in my vision again with a naughty smile that seems like laughing “Silly, I am hiding here .” I had great time. Russia is so beautiful at night, people like singing, and dancing. Beautiful women were wearing stockings in winter.
Red Square, Moscow: A Timeless Icon
Red Square in Moscow is one of the most iconic and historically significant landmarks in the world. It serves as the beating heart of Russia, steeped in a rich tapestry of political, cultural, and architectural history. Whether you’re a history buff, a lover of grand architecture, or just a curious traveler, Red Square offers an unforgettable experience.
Architecture and Landmarks
The square is surrounded by some of the most stunning structures in Russia: • St. Basil’s Cathedral: With its vibrant, candy-colored domes, the cathedral is a masterpiece of Russian architecture. Its whimsical design and historical significance make it the star attraction. • The Kremlin: Serving as the seat of Russian power, this fortified complex looms majestically over the square. The red-brick walls and intricate towers are a sight to behold. • Lenin’s Mausoleum: This somber yet fascinating structure houses the embalmed body of Vladimir Lenin, drawing visitors intrigued by its historical relevance. • GUM Department Store: Contrasting the austere Soviet history, this luxurious shopping arcade is a paradise for high-end retail therapy and culinary delights.
Atmosphere
The square is as awe-inspiring at dawn as it is illuminated at night. Its vastness, combined with the surrounding architectural grandeur, evokes a sense of both wonder and reflection. Whether bustling with tourists or hosting grand celebrations like Victory Day, Red Square never feels short of life.
Cultural and Historical Significance
Red Square is not just a place to see; it’s a place to feel. From its role in Tsarist ceremonies to Soviet parades and modern-day events, it has witnessed the...
Read moreEverything! It is majestic!! With a remarkable sense of enormous and a very nice contraposition of colors, strong reds versus delicated gray-greens, everybody, locals and foreigners get impressed, you are going to face in a very friendly way the very beautiful Russian History, a place started in 13th century, it was the place of Russian tzars, and all the royal family. Out, at the entrance there is a mark " Russian 0 kilometters, " and a tradition about throw a coin and ask a wish, iside you can breath the modern and the antique, visited for people from all over the world you'll be able of feel the modern Russia. My visit to Lenin' mausoleum, ummm. I strongly recommend two days for it visit, one only for Lenin and after walking around to observ and relax your mind the other day for admiring all architecure around, by the way for Russians it is The beauty Square, because it word in Russian language has both meanings, beauty and red. Close there are a lot of coffes and restaurants and everything nice, BUT TAKE CARE WITH SCAMMERS, SWINDLERS THEY ARE AT THE SIGHT OF AUTHORITIES AND NOTHING, AND IF YOU ARE WALKING AROUND AND DON'T REJECTED THEM IN TIME THEY COULD SPOIL YOUR EXPERIENCE, IN MY CASE THEY CAME TO ME WITH PIGEONS, DOVES, AND WANTED ME FOR TAKING ME SOME PICTURES AND A VIDEO AS A MEMORY.....YOU CAN FORGET OR FORGIVE!! They never said it was for money, never showed a price, and after started to asked me 4000 rubles more than 60 USD for it, I said : no! and explained that I never demanded their services, they took my hand and started for showing me the pigeons, it was clearly a fraud, and they started calling attention of people around, to make me see as thieve for everybody around and police coming, Whatever I lost in their hands 2400 rubles and after stop the second of them who tried to make intimidation on doing the simulacre of a nife..... I'm going to let some pictures of the place they have to assolate foreigners and a special chocolate and white...
Read moreThe Red Square along with the Kremlin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the epicentre for sightseeing in Moscow. This is a place that all visitors gravitate towards during visits to the city and for good reason. There are many interesting and important attractions and the square itself is quite beautiful and an enjoyable place to spend time.
Constructed on order of Ivan III near the end of the 15th century, the Red Square has mainly been a place for public statements and announcements and a general marketplace in recent centuries. During the communist period, it was cleared of cathedrals and other structures in order to create a military parade ground.
Today, visitors will find some of the most famous sightseeing in Moscow at Red Square. These include the remarkable St. Basil's Cathedral, State Historical Museum, The Lenin Mausoleum and GUM department store in the historic Upper Trading Rows. You will also find the Kazan Cathedral, Resurrection Gate and Kremlin Walls at the Red Square.
Numerous monuments, churches and other attractions can be visited around the Red Square (and Kremlin), making this a good area to spend a day or two for sightseeing during visits to Moscow.
Note: If you are interested in photography, do make sure to visit the Red Square during both day and night. The buildings on the Red Square are delightful with the dark blue sky. At night, much of the square is hit up with floodlights, again making it a beautiful place to visit and snap...
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