Krasnogorsky District,

The Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, better known as Saint Basil’s Cathedral, is one of Russia’s most prestigious churches. It is an exquisite Orthodox church, famous for its nine spires of different shapes and colors, one of the most breathtaking sights in Moscow. It is now part of the State Historical Museum in accordance with the program of state atheism and is home to a number of fine murals and other works of art.

One of the architectural wonders of the world, The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, is truly an amazing sight to behold for any lover of architecture. The Cathedral was built in the mid 1800s, but the Soviets destroyed the building in 1931 when they were taking over Moscow. Through a labor of love the Cathedral was rebuilt and was reopened in 2000. The Cathedrial stands out in Moscow with its massive golden domes and towering marble and granite columns. The Cathedrial is also adorned with icons from the Orthodox Russian faith which includes mosaics and other extremely impressive pieces of art.

Absorb Russian history, learn more about famous Russian and European artists as you explore the State Tretyakov Gallery. Built in 1856 and expanded by brothers Pavel and Sergei Tretyakov to include Dutch and French works, the popular gallery has been maintained by the city of Moscow since 1892. The art collections contain the works of master craftsmen from the Renaissance to the present, including Ivan Kramskoi, Illia Repin and Vasilii Perov. Not a stuffy, commercialized establishment, the museum is refreshing and delightful with interesting exhibitions by artists little known in the western world. An interactive tour led by a host is the best way to make the most of your visit.

As a standout amongst the most famous and socially arranged places in all of Russia, the State Historical Museum in Moscow is a scene that inhales the Russian soul into every one of it's guests. Established in 1872, the exhibition hall is situated between the celebrated around the world Red and Manege Squares of the city. The presentations in the scene go from inestimable works of art to relics from ancient clans that possessed Russia and number in the millions. The exhibition hall's attention on local and social history and articulation gives you a genuine vibe of the city and country, making the State Historic Museum a really Russian affair.