Moscow

Moscow is the capital
of Russia
Moscow is the capital and the most populous
city and the most populous federal subject of Russia.

Historically, it was the capital of the former Soviet Union, Russian Empire, Tsardom of Russia and the Grand Duchy of Moscow.

It was founded
by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky.

Historians have accepted the year of 1147 as the start of Moscow's history.

The city is situated on seven hills. On one of them is the Kremlin with its beautiful red walls and famous towers.

The heart of Moscow is Red Square
The Moscow Kremlin
The Moscow Kremlin, one of the World Heritage Sites in the city, which serves as the residence of the President of Russia.

The main
Kremlin tower,
the Spasskaya Tower, has become the symbol of the Russia.
Spasskaya Tower

The Russian parliament (the State Duma and the Federation Council) and the Government of Russia also sit in Moscow.

There are a lot of beautiful churches, cathedrals, bell towers and temples in Moscow.
St. Basil's Cathedral

The Cathedral of Christ the Savior

Arkhangelskiy Cathedral

Blagoveshshenskiy Cathedral

Bell tower of Ivan the Great

Now Moscow is the biggest and most wonderful city in Russia.
There are many modern buildings,
streets and bridges.
The Moskva River

The highest point of the city – Vorobievy Hills (Sparrow Hills) is the sight for the main building of Moscow State University

Moscow State University
(was established in 1755)