Information for Travelers
Moscow, the cosmopolitan capital of Russia, is located in the west of the country and is crossed by the Moscow River.
The city is one of Europe's most enigmatic destinations, home to a fascinating history.
You won't find its colorful and awe-inspiring architecture anywhere else in the world.
Moscow may be one of the most populous cities in the world with over 12 million people, but that hasn't changed its strong cultural and social traditions.
Walk the cobblestone streets of Red Square or the banks of the Moskva River in the early morning, and it's hard to tell which century you're in.
Tsarist architecture, must-see churches and glamorous shopping opportunities blend together for a visual experience you won't forget.
Culture
In the historic center of the city is the Kremlin, the official residence of the president, in whose arsenal are kept treasures from the tsarist era.
In front of the Kremlin walls is Red Square, the symbolic center of Russia with Lenin's Mausoleum.
The extensive collection of the Museum of History and the Cathedral of Saint Basil with its colorful onion domes.
Read about Moscow in Wikipedia