moscow: 20 unique activities
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20 UNIQUE ACTIVITIES IN MOSCOW
MOSCOW
1. STAR CITY
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Star City is one of the most significant
space facilities in Russia. It is located
in the picturesque suburbs of Moscow in a distance
of 30 km. The Cosmonauts' Training Center named
by legendary Yuri Gagarin and the museum in the
territory of Star City are both unique and of a great
interest for the visitors. It is the only location in the
world, you can try Zero Gravity Flight and many
other activities, which are available
only for cosmonauts!
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2.MOSCOW METRO
The Moscow Metro is one of the most
efficient and extensive metro systems in the
world, it’s a real draw for the travellers with its
extravagant soviet-era style decorations of stations, each
one of is a work of art in itself. The metro currently
comprises 172 stations, and the system carries well over
nine million passengers a day on average, more than the
Paris and New York systems combined.
3.GRAND KREMLIN PALACE
The Grand Kremlin Palace is Russian Emperor's
Residence of the XIX century. Its luxurious
interiors impress with their colors and decoration.
Unique excursion along the Grand Kremlin
Palace includes visit to five Reception Halls of
the second floor which are used for the awarding
ceremonies of the Russian Federation, for
signing international treatments, inaugurations of
Russian Presidents and other events of the
international importance.
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4.BOLSHOI THEATER
The State Academic Bolshoi Theatre of Russia is one
of the best musical theaters in the world. The Bolshoi
has been associated from its beginnings with ballet,
and is home to the Bolshoi Ballet troupe.
Tchaikovsky's ballet Swan Lake premiered here in
1877. Theatre has always been and remains one of
the major symbols of Russia and its culture.
Stalin’s Bunker, located in Izmaylovskoe highway,
was built in 30s of the XX century below the Sport's
stadium as a part of national military defensive program. It is
connected with Kremlin by a tunnel of 17 kilometers length. Inside,
the bunker is equipped with elevators and separate technical
floor.Today it operates as a indoor museum and venue, and
opened only on special requests. Capacity – 40 - 60 persons (40
with original table set-up and with modern tables if more than 40
guests) seated and 100
capacity for a buffet set up.
5. GALA DINNER AT UNDERGROUND SECRET BUNKER OF STALIN
6.TAGANSKY BUNKER
Unforgettable tour through the secret
tunnels and halls of SCP «Taganskiy»
is waiting for you.
You will listen to the history of SCP «Taganskiy» and
it’s place in the Cold war and will receive the answers
to all your questions. In addition to captivating tour you
will watch a scintillating movie about the Cold war. You
will also learn about the construction of the secured
post, about its life and functioning during those tough
days.
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7.ARBAT STREET SHOPPING
Arbat Street in Moscow, often called
"Old Arbat" or "Stary Arbat" ("Stary" is the
Russian word for "old") is one of the city's most
famous streets. Most of the street is closed to
vehicular traffic, so it is essentially a pedestrian mall
which is lined with souvenir shops and kiosks,
restaurants, bars and other attractions. There are also
several historical sites along the street, the most
popular of which is the statue in memory of Alexander
Pushkin and his wife, Natalya.
8.LENIN’S TOMB
Lenin's Mausoleum in Red Square,
built by famous architect A.V. Schusev, is one
of the most significant memorials of Soviet
architecture to the founder and the first leader of The
Soviet Union. This famous place is a must to see for
those interested in the history of USSR and
communism.
9.GUM SHOPPING
GUM is well-known to every Russian as
the main shopping mall in the country.
The 100-year history of this architectural monument
made it popular also in other countries. GUM is an
architectural masterpiece and a harmonic part of the
Red Square ensemble. Inside, it consists of many
different galleries with various shops, boutiques, small
dining places for a quick snack and a few good
restaurants.
10.RED SQUARE AT NIGHT
Take an evening walk on Red Square to
marvel at St. Basil’s Cathedral and the
Kremlin walls lit up against the night sky. Stand on the
Red Sqaure in the true heart of the famous historical
center of Moscow, next to the Kremlin walls. Feast
your eyes on St. Basil’s Cathedral (Pokrovskiy), the
Historical Museum, the Minin monument, the walls of
the Heros of the Soviet Union, Lenin Mausoleum and
the Department store of GUM.
11.DINNER AT HISTORICAL MUSEUM WITH VIEW ON RED SQUARE
The red-brick palace topped with a silver roof,
towering opposite St. Basil's Cathedral on Red
Square, houses the State Historical Museum - one of
the main sightseeing attractions of Moscow.
Designed by famous architect V.Shervud, it was built
to commemorate the national history, and traces the
development of Russia and its people from ancient
times to the present. It is also a unique venue for a
gala-dinner or a cocktail that can be organized in the
Main Entrance Hall with a choir performance (on
request).
12.RADISSON ROYAL ICE BREAKER
Make a trip across the Moskva River on the
snow-white yacht of a premium-class with high-class
restaurant service.New yachts-restaurants unlike other
tourist yachts on the Moskva River do not stop navigation
in winter: they can move on ice very smoothly so that the
waiter can easily pour champagne in crystal glasses on a
table. Experience a gala dinner or private event at the
magnificent and fabulous yacht while admiring the
ancient Moscow bridges decorated in thousands of color
lights (12 bridges along the route). Stunning surroundings
of on river tour are full of history and are worth a viewing.
13.CONFERENCE IN GUM
The Hall is situated in the building of GUM
that starts its history in the XIX-th century. The
conference hall is in a traditional emperior style in light
exquisite colors.
The total area of the Hall is 386 sq. meters.
The stage is 10 x 10 meters.
Banquet with up to 250 guests
Reception with up to 350 guests.
14.UNIQUE CABARET SHOW AT YAR RESTAURANT
Restourant “Yar” is by right considered one
of the best in Moscow. Founded in 1826 and
rebuilt in 1910, it maintains the atmosphere of the
begining of 20th century and the delicious Russian-
European cuisine.The guests can reserve any of three
halls in “Yar” for presentation, banquet or fourchette.
The YAR is the only public theater-restaurant in Moscow
with an extravagant night show “Russian Ball at YAR”.
With slight changes,program includes various dance and
acrobatic elements with Russian touch and folklore.
15.IZMAILOVO KREMLIN
Cultural entertainment complex Kremlin in
Izmaylovo is a part of Russia, where past
borders on present, fair tales are tightly connected with
true stories. “The Kremlin in Izmaylovo” is the only place
in Moscow where you can see how wrights work.
Moreover, you can also learn any skill, besides watching
the process. Exceptional works of Russian masters:
Gzhel, Palekha, Khokhloma, Gus’ Khrustalny and so on
are presented in a trading house “Treasures of Russia”.
When you purchase souvenirs and presents there you
will get certificates and quality labels.
16.VISIT TO ZAGORSK
Sergiev-Posad is a comfortable and popular
day trip from Moscow. The town's chief attraction
is the Troitse-Sergieva Lavra, which for 500 years has
been the most important center of pilgrimage in Russia
and remains one of the most beautiful of all
monasteries—the fairy-tale gold and azure onion
domes of its Cathedral of the Assumption are among
the most photographed in the country. The ride to
Sergiev-Posad takes you through a lovely stretch of
Russian countryside, dotted with colorful wooden
cottages.
17.KREMLIN ARMORY (FABERGE)
The Armory Chamber, a treasure-house,
is a part of the Grand Kremlin Palace’s complex. The
museum collections were based on the precious items
that had been preserved for centuries in the tsars’
treasury and the Patriarch’s vestry. Some of the exhibits
were made in the Kremlin’s workshops, others were
accepted as ambassadorial gifts.
18.TRETYAKOV GALLERY
The State Tretyakov Gallery is the national
treasury of Russian fine art and one of the
greatest museums in the world. It is located in one of the
oldest directs of Moscow, not far from the Kremlin.
The Gallery's collection consists entirely of Russian art.
The collection contains more than 130 000 works of
painting, sculpture and graphics, created throughout the
centuries by successive generations of Russian artists.
19.DINNER AT YUSUPOV PALACE
The Volkov-Yusupov Palace (or Chambers)
are a rarity for the fact that they have weathered the test
of time. Resembling a fairy-tale castle, the stone house
dates back to the 16th century, with reconstruction and
redesign continuing up until the 19th century. Decorated
in the Moscow baroque style, the house comprises two
buildings, which were united only at the end of the 18th
century. It is also a unique venue for a gala-dinner or a
cocktail that can be organized in the Throne Hall.
20.RUSSIAN CIRCUS
The Yuri Nikulin's Circus (also known as
"Old Circus"), was named after the most
famous Russian clown/actor. Today the circus returns
to its traditional roots and features more and more of
the clown acts that became so popular during the 17th
and 18th centuries in Russia. The circus also features
an excellent range of breathtaking acrobatic and
gymnastic acts, and performances with bears, lions,
horses, monkeys and dogs. The program varies from
season to season with new acts constantly appearing.
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