Essential Information
Location: Capital of Russia, located on the Moskva River in Western Russia
Population: ~13 million (city), ~20 million (metro area)
Language: Russian (Cyrillic alphabet)
Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
Time Zone: Moscow Time (MSK, UTC+3)
Top Attractions
1. Red Square (Krasnaya Ploshchad)
The historic heart of Moscow, surrounded by iconic landmarks including the Kremlin walls, St. Basil's Cathedral, and Lenin's Mausoleum.
2. St. Basil's Cathedral
Famous for its colorful onion domes, this 16th-century cathedral is Russia's most recognizable architectural symbol.
3. The Moscow Kremlin
A fortified complex housing the President's residence, several palaces, and cathedrals. The Armory Chamber displays imperial treasures.
4. Bolshoi Theatre
One of the world's oldest and most prestigious ballet and opera companies. Attending a performance here is unforgettable.
5. Metro Stations
Moscow's metro is an attraction itself—ornate stations with chandeliers, marble columns, and Soviet-era artwork. Don't miss Komsomolskaya, Mayakovskaya, and Kievskaya.




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