[RUSSIA] Moscow Travel Recommendation

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Moscow, capital of Russia, has many attractions that draw visitors from around the world - the Red Square which is dominated by the glory that is St Basil’s Cathedral, the fortified Kremlin wall, the golden dome of Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the unique wooden palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich and the sumptuous decor of Moscow metro station…
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[RUSSIA] Walking Around Moscow

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Many attractions in Moscow are within walking distance from the Red Square and Kremlin. Therefore, I decided to explore Moscow on foot, apart from taking the convenient metro.
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[RUSSIA] Moscow - Arbat Street

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Existed since at least the 15th century, Arbat Street is one of the oldest and most popular walking streets in Moscow which attracts tourists like a magnet. It was a location where craftsmen set up shop. Today it is the most popular place to shop for souvenirs with lots of cafes and restaurants.
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[RUSSIA] Moscow - Wooden Palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich

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Built in the 17th century without using any fasten materials, nails or hooks, wooden palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich in Kolomenskoye is considered to be one of the best masterpieces of Russian wooden architecture. It is also a popular site outside Moscow city center. The palace was destroyed in the 18th century and reconstructed in 2010 according to the old blueprint.
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[RUSSIA] Taking Metro in Moscow

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Taking metro in Moscow is the most convenient and efficient way to explore the city. On top of that, Moscow metro station is a tourist attraction itself as it is renowned for its beautiful and interesting decor inside the station, each with unique design or theme.
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[RUSSIA] Moscow - Kremlin

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The Kremlin which means “fortress inside a city”, is a vast, fortified complex of buildings at the heart of Moscow. The Kremlin is surrounded by gardens to the west, the Moscow River to the south, and Red Square to the east. The complex serves as the official residence of the President of the Russian Federation. Built in 1482, the Kremlin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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