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1. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square: The Kremlin, the oldest part of the city, is a symbol not only of Moscow but also of all Russia. Yuri Dolgoruky's fortress was built here, and it was first mentioned in historical records in 1147. Here is a complex of buildings from the 15th to 19th centuries, including the Grand Kremlin Palace, the Armory, and the Senate Building, which is the official residence of the Russian President. There are also perfect church buildings, as well as bell kings and cannon kings, treasures of Russian casting art. Red Square, built in the fourteenth century, is home to Basil's Assumption Cathedral, the State Historical Museum building and the mausoleum of Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin.

2. The historical center of St. Petersburg: St. Petersburg is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, thanks to its unique architectural style. There are famous palace and church buildings in its historical center and suburbs, which were built by Russian and Italian craftsmen between the 18th and 19th centuries. It is worth visiting the Peter and Paul Fortress, the Peter and Paul Cathedral, the Treasures Exhibition Hall, the Summer Palace of Peter I, the East Palace, the Smolny Palace, the Hermitage Museum, the Academy of Sciences, the Academy of Arts, the Marble Palace, and the Taoli Palace, Anichkov Palace, Kazan Cathedral, Isakiyevsky Cathedral, Cape of Vasily Island, Palace Square, Nevsky Prospekt. In addition to the historic center of St. Petersburg, there is also the UNESCO-protected Palace Garden complex on the outskirts of the city, where you will find the most luxurious summer palace.

3. Lena Pillars: Lena Pillars - vertical rocks that stretch for 40 kilometers along the banks of the Lena River to Yakutia. Their origins date back to the Precambrian period (530 million years ago). From a distance, the pillars look like a whole wall inserted into the river. Stately and majestic, they attract people with their extraordinary beauty. It has been protected by UNESCO since 2012.

4. Solovetsky Islands: The Solovetsky Islands include six islands, located in the White Sea, covering an area of ​​more than 300 square kilometers and 250 kilometers away from Arkhangelsk. There are many archaeological sites here, the oldest of which date back to 2000~3000 BC. One of the central buildings, Solovetsky Monastery, was built in the first half of the 15th century. At the beginning of the 20th century, the century-old Orthodox monastery was turned into a labor camp for political prisoners, which existed until 1939. Monastic life was restored only in the 1990s. The Solovetsky Islands, which have become a historical and cultural reserve, attract tourists not only with their dramatic history, but also with their unusual scenery, which includes hills, lakes and depressions. It has been protected by UNESCO since 1992.

5. White stone monuments in Vladimir and Suzdal: In the 7th to 8th centuries, the oldest cities in Russia, headed by the Principality of Vladimir-Suzdal, still maintained unique architectural art. Genre style. Its main features are perfectly proportioned white limestone bricks, exquisite stonework, and the building's beautiful appearance blends in with the natural scenery. The most distinctive representatives of this style are Vladimir's Assumption Cathedral and Dmitry's Cathedral, the Golden Gate, Suzdal Nativity Cathedral and Suzdal Kremlin, Yevfimy the Savior Monastery and Pok Rovsky Monastery. It has been protected by UNESCO since 1992.

6. Lake Baikal: Lake Baikal is located in southern Eastern Siberia. It is a unique work of nature and is 25 million years old. Lake Baikal is the oldest freshwater lake on Earth and the deepest lake in the world. Lake Baikal is the largest lake in Russia. It has 20% of the world's fresh water resources. The water of Lake Baikal is so clear and transparent that some objects can be seen 40 meters underwater. There are thousands of different kinds of plants and animals in the lake, 3/4 of which have not been found elsewhere. The unique beauty of Lake Baikal, with its picturesque bays and unusual cliffs, attracts tourists from all corners of Russia and the world. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Russia.

7. Geyser Valley and Kamchatka Volcano: Geyser Valley and Kamchatka Volcano are located on the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Far East of Russia. It is a huge natural volcano museum with more than 300 active volcanoes. Volcanoes and extinct volcanoes, dozens of geysers. The Kronoki Volcano Nature Reserve, founded in 1934, is home to 26 volcanoes (12 of which are active volcanoes), as well as mountain glaciers and lakes. The Valley of Geysers is the only unique phenomenon on a world scale in Eurasia. There are more than 20 large geysers, dozens of hot springs and steam streams in a six-kilometer stretch.

8. Altai Mountains: Altai_ is located in the southeastern region of Western Siberia and has completely different scenery, from grasslands and virgin forests to alpine tundra and glaciers. Within its boundaries are four UNESCO-protected natural parks. Altai Nature Reserve has a total of 1,500 species of higher plants. It is famous for Lake Teletskoye and the unique virgin forest near it. Its freshwater reserves are second only to Lake Baikal. The main scenic spot of Belushi Nature Park is Shuangtou Mountain, with a height of 4506 meters. The top of the mountain is permanently covered by ice and snow. It was only conquered by humans in the 20th century.

The Katonski Biosphere Reserve is dominated by glacial landscapes, with glaciers occupying 50% of its territory. The largest of these is the Katon River fed by Katonsky and a favorite among rafting enthusiasts. There are also picturesque glacial lake ladder rapids here. Finally, the Ukok Burial Area is a plateau permafrost zone, where paintings carved on rocks by ancient painters and ancient tombs were discovered. It has been protected by UNESCO since 1996.

9. Curonian Spit: The Curonian Spit is a beach peninsula located in the southeastern Baltic Sea. It is the largest wind-driven sedimentary landform (formed under the influence of wind) in the world. In the Middle Ages, people began to consolidate the sand layers that had been damaged by sea water and wind. By the end of the 17th to 18th centuries, the forest area in Shazui was only 10%, and sand began to cover settlements, roads and surviving trees. In the mid-19th century, afforestation work began. Today, the forest belt occupies two-thirds of the area of ​​the Curonian Spit.

10. Swallow's Nest: In more than a century of history, this castle has changed many owners and survived earthquakes. Originally owned by German industrialist Vladimir Steingel. At the beginning of the First World War the new owners opened a hotel there. In the 1930s the building was considered dangerous and closed. Restoration of the building began 30 years later.

What attractions to visit in Russia

Main tourist cities in Russia

Moscow

Moscow is the capital of Russia, with Red Square as its axis , you can see many Russian-style characteristic buildings in the surrounding area. These buildings have profound historical and cultural genes.

The Church of Vasily’s Ascension is a typical Russian-style building, with severe colors and an onion-shaped tower top, which looks like ice cream under the blue sky.

The Kremlin is the "White House" of Russia, and the presidential office is also open for tourists to visit. Inside are the Peter and Paul Cathedral and the King of Cannons and King Bells made during World War II.

The Novodevichy Cemetery is the resting place of Russian celebrities. Visitors worship here all year round. It is the place where life begins and it represents the Russians’ respect for wisdom and talent.

St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is the artistic soul of Russia.

The Hermitage is one of the four major museums in the world, with thousands of art treasures in its collection.

The Summer Palace is the summer palace of Peter the Great and Catherine. There are many fountains of different shapes in Summer Palace Square, either gorgeous or exquisite, which will definitely make you feel cooler when summer comes.

The Cathedral of Spilled Blood is one of the four cathedrals in the world. The legend and history of this church make its original solemn and gorgeous appearance even more tragic.

Sergeyev Town

The town is located in the suburbs of Russia and has a strong religious and cultural atmosphere - tranquility and peace.

The church complex in the town is the most distinctive place, developed on the basis of a monastery first established by the Christian Sergeyev. The appearance of the main church is modeled after Basil's Ascension Cathedral. The difference is that the former has a blue onion roof and a white main stone wall exterior, which is more peaceful and elegant.

Lake Baikal

Lake Baikal is the "Bright Eye of Siberia", and its crescent shape adds to its beauty.

You can take the train around the lake, or you can walk quietly along the river bank, breathing in the fresh air of the lake, the vast orchid lake as wide as the sea and the dense birch forest on the shore. This is what nature should be like, the origin of life. If you are lucky, you may also see the unique creatures of Lake Baikal, such as ringed seals. You can fish under the ice in winter, and the lake water temperature is suitable in summer, so you can swim in it.

Listkavin is a small town on Lake Baikal. It has the unique life characteristics and beautiful scenery of residents along Lake Baikal.

Novosibirsk

We must be familiar with the name Siberia - it is the place where cold air blows in the weather forecast. This unique geographical location brings unparalleled natural scenery to Novosibirsk, with vast plains and rich vegetation.

Vladivostok (Vladivostok)

Vladivostok is a city with complex historical emotions for the Chinese. However, this sophistication does not appreciate the charm of the city. There are rich seafood resources here, the Orthodox church in the city has a unique architectural appearance, and there is also the terminal train station of the Trans-Siberian Railway.

Suzdali

Suzdali is an ancient city where many previous buildings have been preserved. The wooden buildings here are also the most famous. Such an ancient city is naturally The environment is beautiful and many places have been listed as world cultural heritage. People here live by growing cucumbers and other vegetables, so the rich here are called "cucumber millionaires." Although the city has a small population, there are many churches, which demonstrates people's beautiful beliefs.

Introduction to Moscow tourist attractions

Introduction: Moscow (Moscow) is the capital of the Russian Federation and the capital of the Moscow region. Moscow is Russia's political, economic, cultural, financial, transportation center and largest comprehensive city. It is an international metropolis. Moscow is located in the central European part of Russia and the central Eastern European Plain, straddling both sides of the Moskva River and its tributary Yauza River.

The upper reaches of the Moscow and Volga basins are connected to the river mouths. It is an extremely important transportation hub in Russia and even Eurasia. It is also an important industrial manufacturing center, science and technology, and education center in Russia.

Introduction to Moscow tourist attractions

Red Square

Red Square is a famous square in the center of Moscow, the capital of Russia. It is located in the center of Moscow, southwest of the Kremlin adjacent to each other. It is the central place where the country holds various large-scale celebrations and military parades. It is one of the famous squares in the world. To the west is the Kremlin, to the north is the State Historical Museum, to the east is the department store, and to the south is Vasily Brazhen Church. Facing the Moskva River. Lenin's Mausoleum is located in the middle of the palace wall. There is a reviewing stand above the tomb, and viewing platforms on both sides.

The original name of Red Square was "Torge", which means "market". Its predecessor was the "Outer City Industrial and Commercial Zone" developed by Ivan III in the east of the city at the end of the 15th century. In 1517, a great fire broke out in the square, which was once known as the "Fire Square". In 1662, it was renamed "Red Square", which means "beautiful square".

Red Square’s international reputation is much greater than that of Tiananmen Square, but it is not as big as imagined. It covers an area of ​​91,000 square meters, which is only about 1/5 of Tiananmen Square. The ground is very unique, all paved with strips of stone, which looks ancient and sacred. Red Square is a witness to Moscow’s history and the pride of Muscovites.

Kremlin

The Kremlin, a world-famous architectural complex, enjoys the reputation of "the eighth wonder of the world" and is a must-see for tourists. The Kremlin is located on the north shore of Lake Moscow in the center of Moscow. The main building was built in the 14th century. It was once the palace of the Russian tsar. It was the residence of the national party and government agencies during the Soviet period. It is now the Russian presidential palace and the office of national leaders.

The Kremlin faces the Moskva River to the south, Alexandrov Garden to the northwest, and Red Square to the east, covering an area of ​​275,000 square meters. The palace wall is generally triangular in shape and is about 2,300 meters long. There are more than 20 exquisite towers standing along the wall. The buildings in the palace are magnificent and magnificent. The Cathedral of the Assumption, where the Tsar held his coronation ceremony, is the most majestic and spectacular. The classical Russian-style Grand Kremlin is the main place where the government holds major state events: the Georgi Hall is golden and red. It is mainly used for leaders to hold state talks; the golden-green Vladimir Hall is used for signing ceremonies and medal ceremonies.

Saint Basil's Cathedral

Basil's Cathedral is located south of Red Square. It was once called the Cathedral of Our Lady and was later renamed Basil's Cathedral. Because an Orthodox monk named Vasily once practiced asceticism in this church for his whole life. "Brazheny" means death and ascension to heaven in Russian, so some people call this church "Vasily's Ascension Cathedral". It was built on the order of Ivan the Great to commemorate the victory over the Kazan Tatar army in 1552. Legend has it that during the war, the Russian army received help from eight saints, and the war was able to proceed smoothly. This church was built in memory of these eight saints.

Arbat Street

Arbat Street in Moscow is an old street with a history of more than 500 years. It connects Arbat Square at the northeast end and Smolensk at the southwest end. The square became Moscow's first pedestrian street in 1985.

Arbat Street is not very wide, only about 20 meters at its widest point. The roads are all paved with bricks and stones. The streets are clean and tidy. The classical buildings built between the 14th and 16th centuries on both sides of the street are simple and steady, and they pay more attention to Practicality of the living area. This was once a paradise for artists and painters, so many antique buildings are preserved. The famous poet Pushkin has lived on this street since 1830. Pushkin's former residence is located at No. 53 Arbat Street.

Sergeyev town Sergeyev town

Sergeyev town is also known as Zagorsk. One of Moscow's satellite cities, it is located 71 kilometers northeast of the city. It is a picturesque city with unique architecture and one of Russia's Golden Ring cities. It takes just over an hour to drive from Moscow.

The town extends around the Holy Trinity Monastery as the center, but the houses are not connected to each other and there is no common street. What connects the residential buildings and public buildings in the city are forests and grasslands, as well as stone roads passing through them. Looking from a distance from the road, houses of various shapes are looming in the green.

Lenin’s Tomb

Lenin’s Tomb is a famous building in Moscow. Located on the west side of Red Square, it is built of red granite and black feldspar. The body of Lenin, the mentor of the proletarian revolution, is placed in a crystal coffin inside the building, covered with the Soviet flag. The face and hands are illuminated by special lights, clear and peaceful. In 1994, Lenin's Mausoleum was recognized as a "World Historical and Cultural Heritage" by UNESCO.

Lenin’s Mausoleum is the place where the remains of Lenin, the mentor of the proletarian revolution, are stored. On the upper floor of Lenin's Mausoleum, there is a reviewing stand that witnessed the famous 1941 Red Square military parade in history.

Pushkin Fine Arts Museum

The Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts is one of the famous museums in Russia. It contains many foreign art treasures. The museum is located on Volkhonka Street in Moscow, opposite the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. The museum was designed by Roman Klein and financed by Yury Nechaev-Maltsov. Construction began in 1898 and was completed in 1912. In 1937, it was renamed the Pushkin Museum of Plastic Arts to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of the Russian poet Pushkin. The museum has a collection of more than 640,000 pieces, including famous European sculptures and paintings.

Moscow State University

Moscow State Monmanosov University (referred to as Moscow State University) is the largest teaching, scientific research, and cultural center in Russia. The old school building is located near Red Square in the center of Moscow, and the new school building is located on Lenin Hill. Moscow State University has a history of more than 250 years since its establishment. In 1998, it ranked 7th in the world.

After World War II, Stalin ordered the construction of seven buildings known as the Seven Sisters around the center of Moscow. The main building of Moscow State University is located in the largest building among them since 1953. The main building of Moscow State University is located on Sparrow Mountain (formerly known as Lenin Mountain). At the time it was also the tallest building in Europe. The surface of the building is painted with huge patterns such as clocks, barometers, and thermometers, and is decorated with sculptures and patterns of sickles and axes. There is a statue of a famous Russian scholar in front of the building. These statues include those of Lomonosov, the founder of Moscow State University, standing in front of the main building in a position that echoes the library.

Internal Transportation

Moscow’s metro is the city’s main form of transportation.

During rush hour, a train passes every minute. The full name of the Moscow Metro is the Lenin Moscow City Metro System. It is the second most efficient underground rail system in the world. At the same time, it has always been recognized as the most beautiful subway in the world and enjoys the reputation of "underground art palace". The form, layout and style of each station are different, such as the dome of Sokol Station, the columned hall of Smolensk Station, the huge arch hall and giant murals of Kiev Station (with the theme of the October Revolution), The heroic sculptures of Belarus Station, the national-style murals of Novoslobod Station, the poetic holiness of Pushkin Station, and the charm of Gorky Station (now renamed Tver Station) all have their own characteristics. But the most magnificent one is the Mayakovsky Station, which is known as a "20th century architectural masterpiece". It is the most exposed subway station in Moscow, attracting many TV producers and advertisers to shoot there. .

Moscow has 11 subway lines, which are densely distributed underground in the city, connecting the city center with most residential areas in the suburbs, connecting seven of Moscow's nine railway stations, and more than ten squares in the city. Adopting the method of charging for entry and passing the whole journey with one ticket, the fare is 25 rubles for a single trip, 34 rubles for 2 trips, 75 rubles for 5 trips, 140 rubles for 10 trips, 250 rubles for 20 trips, and 520 rubles for 60 trips.

Bus: You can buy tickets in advance. There is a ticket office selling bus tickets next to the subway station. You must buy at least 10 tickets at 2 rubles each. You can also buy them after getting on the bus. Tickets cost 2.5 rubles.

What are the famous attractions in Russia?

1. The Kremlin

Located in the center of Moscow, on the Moskva River, it was once the principality of Moscow and the capital of Russia before the 18th century. Tsar Palace. After the victory of the "October Revolution", it became the seat of the Soviet party and government leadership organs.

It was first built in 1156 with wooden walls, and was later expanded. In the 1840s, the Grand Kremlin was built. It is an ancient building complex, mainly including the Grand Kremlin, many palaces, and the Nine Heavens of Our Lady. Church, Senate Building, Ivan the Great Bell Tower, etc. The most magnificent towers in the palace include the Spartak, Nikolay, Troitsk, Paulowitz, and Vodov Zward towers.

2. Pushkin Square

Located in the center of Moscow, it was formerly known as Ascetic Square. It was named because of the ascetic monastery built on the square in the old days. In 1937, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of the great Russian poet Pushkin, the then Soviet government renamed Ascetic Square Pushkin Square.

On the square stands a bronze statue of Pushkin that is more than 4 meters high. There is a small garden in the square with granite steps, red marble fountains, decorative lights, etc., and the scenery is beautiful.

3. Smolny Palace

The Smolny Palace in St. Petersburg was built in the early 19th century. It is a three-story building with an elegant appearance. It was originally a women's college for nobles and was the seat of the Leningrad State and Municipal Party Committees of the Soviet Union.

4. Moscow Bolshoi Theater

Referred to as the Bolshoi Theatre, it was founded in 1776. It is the oldest theater in Russia and a symbol of Russia and its culture and art. Located on Sverdlov Square in Moscow. The building is both majestic and magnificent, yet simple and elegant, with complete internal equipment and excellent acoustics.

5. The Summer Palace of Peter the Great

The Summer Palace is located in the forest on the south coast of the Gulf of Finland, about 30 kilometers away from St. Petersburg, covering an area of ​​nearly 1,000 hectares. It was the suburban palace of the Russian tsars. . The Summer Palace is an early building in St. Petersburg.

In the early 18th century, Russian Czar Peter the Great ordered the construction of a summer palace with a simple and solemn appearance and luxurious interior decoration. At that time, many large-scale dances, palace celebrations and other activities were held here. Peter the Great would come here to spend his summer every year during his lifetime.

After 1934, the Summer Palace was turned into a folk history museum. Today, the Summer Palace has become a complex of buildings that includes palace gardens in the 18th and 19th centuries. Due to its luxurious and magnificent architecture, the Summer Palace is known as the "Russian Versailles".

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Kremlin architecture

Lenin’s Mausoleum, 20 towers, Assumption Church, Church of the Angels, Ivan the Great Bell Tower, Teremnoy Palace, Grand Kremlin, Armory, Great Hall, Ancient Arsenal, Council of Ministers Building of the USSR, Office Building of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR, Troitsk Bridge, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

The architectural form of the Kremlin combines different architectural styles such as Byzantine, Russian, Baroque, Greek and Roman. A symbol of power

A Russian proverb describes the majestic Kremlin like this: "On the land of Moscow, you can only see the towering Kremlin, and above the Kremlin, you can only see the distant sky." The Kremlin is Russia's secular and religious symbol. Cultural heritage, it is both a political center and the activity center of the Russian Orthodox Church from the 14th to the 17th century AD.

This used to be the palace of many generations of kings who ruled the Russian Empire. After the October Revolution, it was the seat of the highest authority and government of the Soviet Union. Today it is the presidential palace of Russia (the parliament and government have now moved out of the Kremlin). palace).

It can be said that since the 13th century AD, the Kremlin has been related to all major political events in Russia. It has witnessed the entire history of Russia's development from a Moscow Grand Duchy to today's powerful country across Eurasia. .

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Russia