Elena Tour - Your unforgettable trip to Russia
The Best of Moscow
The Moscow Kremlin
The Moscow Kremlin is the very beginning of Moscow. Once it was a wooden fortress, a small town with wooden houses, churches, monasteries, and royal palaces protected by the thick high wall built in the 12c. by the order of Prince Yury Dolgoruky, the founder of Moscow. Today it's the unique architectural ensemble of 15 c.-17 c. which is the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the holy of holies of Russia. The place is mysterious, keeping a lot of secrets even today with the ghosts of the famous historical persons wandering around the Kremlin...
Since the 13 c. the Moscow Kremlin has been the Residence of Power. It's the symbol of Power. Russian President seats there. You can visit there not only ancient churches but to see the Royal treasures which were collected by several generations of the Russian monarchs from 14 c. to 17 c. in one of the oldest and richest museums of the world - the Armoury Museum.The famous Diamond Fund (Museum) is part of the Kremlin’s depository:the amazing collection of Royal diamonds including the famous Crown of the Russian Empire (18 c.) and Royal regalia, other wonders of the Kremlin. Every Saturday (from May to October) all visitors of the Moscow Kremlin can see a 20-minute show performed by the special President's Regiment. So impressive, so gorgeous!
Red Square
Stretching along one of the Kremlin walls Red Square is the main square of the country and the capital. It's the Russia's heart itself. It's where national holidays are celebrated and military parades were staged during the Soviet era and where this tradition was restored some time ago. The name 'Red Square' has nothing to do with Communism or the Bolshevik Revolution. The square acquired its present name in the 17c. when the word 'red' meant 'beautiful' just to reflect its beauty.St. Basil's Cathedral
St. Basil's Cathedral built in mid of the 16 c. to commemorate the victory of the Russian State over Kazan Khanate is one of Moscow's landmarks and an attractive part of Red Square. This unique whimsically designed cathedral uniting 10 churches into a single whole is often called 'the stone flower in Red Square' and referred to as the symbol of Moscow and Russia. Its amazing interior gives a feeling and spirit of centuries gone by. Lose yourself in the labyrinth of its tiny churches. Christ the Saviour Cathedral
Christ the Saviour Cathedral is the main Orthodox church of Russia, one of the 5 biggest and most beautiful cathedrals in Europe. It was built as a thanksgiving to God for saving Russia in the Patriotic War of 1812, and in commemoration of the Russian army’s victory over Napoleon. The temple that was built two times has a very tragic history.The Sparrow Hills
The Sparrow Hills is one of the most popular places with Moscovites and its guests. The observation point at the steep bank of the Moskva River at an altitude of 250 m above sea level gives you a pleasurable view of the city, in panoramic to get an idea of Moscow and its size. The Sparrow Hills is also famous for the Moscow State University, one of the main educational and scientific centers of Russia.The main building of the University is the highest of the ‘7 sisters’ - Stalin’s skyscrapers built by his order in mid of the last century.
Old Arbat Street
Moscovites say that Old Arbat Street is the spirit of real old Moscow. This is one of the most popular and famous places in Moscow. It's a pedestrian area where you can find a place to sit for a cup of coffee or a glass of bear in one of the numerous cafes or restaurants and get enjoy the pleasure of watching the strolling people, drop into a souvenir or antique shop, listen to street musicians, watch amazing shows put on by street actors or have your portrait drawn. THE Moscow Metro
Fabulous art, underground palaces, frequency and punctuality - you can find all this in the Moscow Metro which is famous for its world-recognised beauty. The Moscow metro was turned into an underground "kingdom of socialism". More than 50 varieties of marble, granite and finishing stones were used in decorating the stations. They became luxurious palaces, breathtaking in the originality of their architecture, sculptures, moldings and mosaics. Over almost 75 years the Metro has been expanding together with the city.State Tretyakov Gallery
The world famous State Tretyakov Gallery is the Russian national pride that was the gift presented to the city by one noble businessmen who was the honorary freeman of Moscow - Mr Pavel Tretyakov. The museum's richest collection of Russian paintings of 18-19 cc. is a real treasure, not speaking about the priceless collection of 11-17 cc. icons. Pushkin Fine Art Museum
Pushkin Fine Art Museum was founded at the end of 19 c. At first the museum had on display plaster copies of ancient, medieval and Renaissance sculptures, and only a few originals, a unique collection of Egyptian antiques, Greek vases, Italian paintings of 14-16 cc. The pride of the gallery is not only the unique collection of French Art, 16-18cc, but also its fine collection of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Moscow by night
Moscow by night is the extremely popular tour. The city with the same name and history looks absolutely different at night. This very festive, bright and colorful city that never sleeps can strike you with its beauty and make a deep impression.Kolomenskoye
Kolomenskoye was the summer residence of Moscow Grand Princes and Russian tsars. This unique architectural ensemble was created in this village in 16-17 cc. in order to express the splendor and magnificence of the Russian monarchy; it is culturally and historically invaluable. Once "the eighth wonder of the world", the wooden Palace of Tsar Alexey Romanoff was built that does not exist anymore. Its modern replica can give you an idea about this miracle that's possible to visit.Tsaritsyno
Tsaritsyno is one more Tsars' summer residence. Once at the end of 18 c. Russian Empress Catherine the Great was so admired by this beauty place that she ordered to buy these lands and erect a splendid palace in Romantic style. The destiny of the estate Tsaritsyno was not happy. The work was almost completed when Empress came to inspect the fanciful structures and … did not like the palace and ordered to tear it down. Other architect also did not managed to finish ensemble that promised to be a wonder. Only in the 21th century beauty and grandeur of Tsaritsyno became reality but ... like a modern replica. The Novodevichiy Convent
The Novodevichiy Convent (New Maiden) Convent is one of the most beautiful convents of Russia. Founded in the early 16c. it's the loveliest pattern of the Moscow Baroque style. The convent that is the UNESCO World Heritage Site is still full of charm and spirituality. Its main cathedral was consecrated in honor of the Smolensk Icon of the Mother of God Hodigitria which the 16 c.replica is the main relic of the Convent.Kuskovo Estate
Kuskovo Estate is the real wooden palace (18 c.) that survived to our days. Once it belonged to the richest people of Russia - the Sheremetyevs. Not only the palace but the Grotto is a kind of wonder.The Victory Memorial Park
The Victory Memorial Park is dedicated to the victory over Nazis in the Great Patriotic War of 1941/45. The Park covers an area of 135 ha where you can find a central monument to the Victory, Central Museum of the Great Patriotic War, memorial Orthodox and Catholic Churches, Mosque and Synagogue which symbolize the stuggle of people of different confessions against Fascists. There is an outdoor display of weapons, tanks and armored vehicles, fighters and helicopters, submarines and warships used by the Soviet and German armies during the WW2.
