Red Square

Red Square is the largest and most famous square in Russia. It has a magnetic pull for all visitors to Moscow. Standing in Red Square, you can see the Kremlin, the GUM department store, the State History Museum, Lenin's Mausoleum, and, of course, St. Basil's Cathedral. The bright domes bloom like an elaborate stone flower planted by 16th-century architects.

All of Moscow's significant thoroughfares radiate from here. The Red Square is Moscow's central square and the symbolic heart of Russia. Moscow's main streets begin at Red Square, so it's easy to see why it's regarded as the city's beating heart. The square, which measures 330 meters by 70 meters, is surrounded by the Kremlin, Lenin's Mausoleum, two cathedrals, and the State Historical Museum. In 1945, a massive victory parade was held here to commemorate the Soviet Armed Forces' defeat of Nazi Germany.

St. Basil's Cathedral, one of the square's most recognizable structures, was built in 1555. The cathedral's architectural details are inspired by Byzantine and Asian designs and those found in famous mosques. Inside the church, there are nine individual chapels, each decorated with colorful mural art. Both the square and the Kremlin have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. On weekends, stalls selling souvenirs and traditional items, such as matryoshka (Russian nesting dolls), can be found at the square's entrance.

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Address: Red Square, Moscow, Russia, 109012

Website: https://um.mos.ru/places/krasnaya_ploshchad