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12 Best Places
to go on Dates in Moscow
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#1 - Moscow by night
 Moscow
by night is truly magic and looks absolutely different from
what you have seen at daytime.
During more than 850 years of its existence, this great city, the capital
of Russia, has evolved from a small settlement on the banks
of
Moscow-river into a huge megapolis, with an area over 900
sq. km. If you take a bus tour, it will make your experience
with the city unforgettable.
While driving through the downtown area and along the main
streets, you will see beautifully illuminated Red Square,
enjoy an incredible panorama of night Moscow from the height
of the Sparrow Hills, have a view over the old and the new
Moscow, and learn the city from a new angle.
You will also get an insight of the night life of the city.
Don't forget that many of the girls that you may meet in Moscow,
are coming from distant regions of Russia and being not familiar
with the city, will have a great pleasure to discover it with
you.
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#2 - Kremlin and the Red Square 
Red Square, with a length of 400 m and width of 150 m, is
the heart not only of Moscow, but also of the whole Russia,
and it is the place of pilgrimage for all Russian people.
Few places in the world are destined to become such kind of
symbol. Although the square itself is not very big, it impresses
by its splendor and variety of forms, which merge in austere
harmony.
Since the time of Ivan III(15th century), this square has
been the site of great public events, mainly political - congresses,
demonstrations, processions. In earlier times, Red Square
was also a place of execution. Its name, however, does not
derive the blood which has been spilled here: in Old Slavonic
"Krasny"("red") also meant "beautiful",
since red was regarded as a particularly beautiful color.
The Moscow Kremlin dominates the ensemble of the Red Square.
The oldest site of the city, which traces its history back
to 12th century, the Kremlin is the symbol of Russian statehood.
Once the residence of Russian tsars and Patriarchs of the
Russian Orthodox Church, now it is the residence of the President
of the Russian Federation and his Administration. 
The Kremlin grounds contain fine examples of Russian architecture
of the 15th to 17th centuries and remain a unique monument
of Russian culture. The complex consists of the Assumption
Cathedral, the Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel, other
ancient churches, the Armory Chamber, the Belfry and Bell
Tower of Ivan the Great, the Senate and the Palace of Congress.
The interiors of the cathedrals and old palaces are incredible:
walls decorated with frescoes and gilded ornaments, ancient
icons, Faberge masterpieces, collections of jewellery, diamonds
and armor, precious stones and nuggets of gold.
The cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed, which is perhaps the
most familiar and glorious site, associated with Moscow, is
also located on the Red Square. To create it, the architects
clustered together eight individual churches, each with its
own cupola or dome, around one central belfry. This extraordinary
building - the supreme achievement of 16th century architecture
in Moscow - is now a branch of the State Historical Museum.
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#3 - Bolshoi Theatre
 The
oldest and world-known Moscow theatre was built in 1825 to
refuge the troupe of a burnt opera theatre in Arbat street.
Designed by the architects Bove and Mikhailov, the building
has preserved both beautiful appearance and luxurious interior.
Its history is tightly connected with the names of such singers
and composers as Fyodor Shaliapin, Leonid Sobinov, Antonina
Nezhdanova, Tchaikovsky, Rakhmaninov. Nowadays the theater
stages most popular classical ballets and operas, and these
spectacular performances are always a outstanding experience.
Location: Teatralnaya Square, 1
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#4 -Moscow from the height of the bird's flight: Cathedral
of Christ the Savior
You can have a great panoramic view on Moscow form the observation
ground of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior.
The Cathedral itself, a monumental five-domed building in
Byzantine style, is the largest church in Russia. In fact,
it appeared twice in Moscow. 
Originally it was built by a decree of Alexander I to commemorate
the Russian victory over Napoleon. In 1924 the Bolsheviks
decided to blow up the cathedral and put a monument to Lenin
on its place, although this was never carried out. Still the
cathedral was totally destroyed by a series of powerful explosions
in 1931. In 1958 the swimming pool appeared in the foundation
pit.
And a short time ago it was hard to imagine that on this
site a mighty giant would rise up again, symbolizing the hopes
and aspirations of Russia.
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#5 - Boat cruise along the Moscow river
 There's
no better way to rest and enjoy the sights on a hot summer
day than a one or two hour cruise on one of the boats that
ply the Moscow River. The boats have an upper level open-air
deck and a closed lower deck.
Most have a bar that offers liquor, soft drinks and some
snacks. You can embark and disembark at one of the docks,
but we recommend starting from the Kievsky Vokzal pier and
riding all the way to the end point at Novospassky Monastery.
On your way you'll see the building of the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs - an example of architecture of Stalin's epoch, Novodevichy
Convent, sportcomplex Luzhniki, Sparrow Hills, Andrey's Patriarch
Monastery, Gorky Park (Park named by M.Gorky), new building
of Tretiakov Gallery, monument to Peter the First, Moscow
Kremlin, St. Bazil's Cathedral and many other remarkable buildings.
The view of Moscow from the river will give you unforgettable
impressions.
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#6 - Town of Zagorsk
 Zagorsk
(Sergiev Posad), the ancient Russian town 70 km away from
Moscow, is a traditional orthodox center, as well as nature
and historical reserve. 
The town emerged long time ago, round the Trinity-Sergius
Lavra - the monastery founded here by one of the most honored
Russian saints, reverent Sergius of Radonezh in 14 century.
For centuries it has been the largest religious and cultural
center of Russia. The monastery, which has got the status
of Lavra in 1744, has currently become a place of pilgrimage
of the Russian Orthodox Church and one of the most interesting
museums, which holds a wonderful collection of icons. 
Here one can find the icons by Andrey Rublev and other famous
masters of the 15th-18th century. The architectural ensemble
of churches, cathedrals and museums is a unique sample of
wonderful combination of different architectural styles forming
the most impressive and harmonious composition. Besides, Zagorsk
is a cradle of ancient Russian trades, and the skilled craftsmen
continue ancient Russian traditions until now. On a crafts
market you can purchase carved wooden figures, typical for
Russian folk style, and other authentic souvenirs.
Zagorsk also offers you a wonderful chance
to feel the atmoshere of peace and tranquility, to admire
picturesque landscapes.
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#7 - State Tretiakov gallery
The State Tretyakov Gallery is a treasure house of Russian
fine art, with masterpieces dating from the inception of the
Russian State more than a thousand years ago.
Russian merchant Pavel Tretyakov founded it in 1856. In 1892
he donated his collection (1287 paintings, 518 drawings and
9 sculptures) to the city of Moscow. Now the gallery possesses
Moscow's largest collection of Russian art, including the
chef-d-oeuvres of various schools from ancient times up to
the turn-of-the-century Avante Garde works. It also displays
paintings by many suppressed and persecuted artists like Malevich,
Kandinsky, Shagal, Konchalovsky, whose canvases had been kept
in storage for decades.
 The
exposition is definitely worth visiting, and if you like art
and paintings, you will have a great aesthetic pleasure.
Location: Lavrushinsky per., 10 Open every day except Monday
from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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#8 - Gorky Park 
While Martin Cruz Smith's whodunit novel of the same name
brought worldwide fame to Gorky Park, Muscovites associate
it with quite different memories. For them, it is simply a
park in which the ancient traditions of the people's holiday
continue to be observed. 
Prior to 1917, Muscovites relaxed there on weekends and on
holidays, sitting on the grass with tablecloths, food and
samovars, eating their picnic lunch, playing their accordions
and balalaikas. Wandering magicians and acrobats were always
on hand to provide entertainment.
Nowadays Gorky park still remains a favorite place to rest,
have fun and spend the leisure time. 
Multicolored fountains, vast greenery, flowerbeds, a lake,
boats for rent, merry-go-rounds, and many other amusement
facilities attract both Moscow residents and the guests of
the city.
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#9 - VDNKh (Exhibition of national achievements)
 Built
up by the Soviet government during Stalin era, the biggest
Exhibition Center was a national pride of Russian people. Today
it houses few exhibitions, but has become a popular walking
and shopping area.
It is a huge architectural complex, consisting both of imposing
pavilions and parks, fountains, gardens, cascade ponds, flowers,
other numerous attractions.
It is a masterpiece of landscape architecture and you are
welcome to come to relax, walk, and have fun.
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#10 - Sparrow Hills
Provide a panoramic fascinating view of Moscow. You will
also see the Central Stadium "Luzhniki" which hosted
the 1980 Olympic Games beneath your feet.
Russian playwright Chekhov said of the Sparrow Hills: "Whoever
wants to understand Russia should come here and look down
at Moscow..." 
It has become a tradition that couples come to this site
to drink champagne, overlooking the city.
Opposite from the observation point there stands the central
building of the Moscow State University, one of the Stalin's
skyscrapers. This tower building is 240m high, has 31 floors.
The university was found by russian poet and scholar, Mikhail
Lomonosov in 1755.
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#11 An insight of Russian history: Kutuzovsky avenue and
Poklonnaya Hill 
The Poklonnaya
Kutuzovsky Prospect (avenue) is so-called Governmental Highway
(i.e. the avenue leading to the residences of highest governmental
officials).
One of the sights of the avenue is an impressive Triumph
Arch, moved here from Tverskaya Street.
The avenue ends up at Victory Park (containing memorials to
the war of 1812 with Napoleon and WW II) and Poklonnaya Hill,
which is a lovely place to spend a sunny day. The area is
considered excellent from the ecological point of view.
The Poklonnaya Hill war memorial complex includes museums,
monumental sculptures, open-air displays, a 140-metre obelisk
and a church of St. George the Victor. Under the open air
there is a museum of the military equipment from the WW II,
where you can see all the legendary Russian arms and military
technologies. 
The Panorama Museum was opened in 1962 to mark the 150th
anniversary of the 1812 Patriotic War. Next to it there is
the famous peasant's hut in which Kutuzov summoned a council
of war. Museum visitors can witness the battle between the
Russian and French armies on August 26, 1812. The grandiose
canvas painted by Rubo is 115 meters long and 15 meters high.
The panorama includes a vast model of the surrounding landscape,
with burning peasant huts and damaged guns, the earth pitted
by cannon shots.
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#12 - Old Arbat & New Arbat streets
Nice, Old Arbat street is one of Moscow's oldest streets
and is a pedestrian area. The first historical records of
Arbat relate to the year of 1493, the street was mentioned
in regard to a major city fire. Most probably, the street
name originates from the Arabic world for "suburb".
In the 19th century Arbat turned to be a favorite neighborhood
for Moscow's nobility and intelligentsia. In the mid eighties
Arbat became the first Moscow's pedestrian street. Over the
years the street has developed into one of the most popular
places in Moscow, the very peculiar area where you can meet
street musicians and artists, see beautiful 18th and 19th
century mansions, visit numerous souvenir shops, restaurants,
cafes, etc.
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New Arbat street (former Kalinin avenue) is one of the newest
streets of the city but already popular with both Muscovites
and the guests. 80 meters wide, the New Arbat Street is one
of entertainment: bars, restaurants, casinos, discos, nightclubs,
etc.
The New Arbat you also known for such remarkable buildings
as, for example, the House of Books, Moscow`s largest bookstore.
It has a good collection of art books, prints, souvenirs.
There is a foreign languages section selling novels and magazines
in English and other European languages, records, CDs, guidebooks,
etc.
Further on the other side of the street there is a building
of the White House of Russian Parliament, built in 1980 from
white marble, with a red granite base and grand front steps.
New Arbat street extends as far as the Moscow River to the
square of Arbat Gates, and has a lot more to offer.
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