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Moscow Hermitage Garden (Karetny Ryad Street, Moscow) – this is a park in the central part of the Russian capital. Opened in 1894, it is known for its cultural attractions and nearby theaters. Operas, ballet productions and concerts are typically held here. During the winter months, there’s also a skating rink (Admission: RUB 250 / […]
Moscow International House of Music (Kosmodamianskaya Emb., 52-8, Moscow) – inaugurated in 2002, this unique concert complex is the first “Palace of Music” built in Russia within more than 100 years. It is one of the largest in Europe and can be compared with the world most famous music halls. The Moscow House of Music […]
Moscow Zoo (B.Gruzinskaya, 1 Moscow) – this is one of the oldest zoos in Europe (opening in 1864 – when it was known as the Zoological Park). The Zoo has since gone through the Communist revolution, and was even open during the height of World War II (1941) – when it generated a million visitors. […]
Moscow Raceway – is this an FIA-approved auto racing venue, which opened in 2012. It is located in the Volokolamsky District of Moscow Oblast (close to the villages of Sheludkovo and Fedyukovo — 97 km. from Moscow). Various auto races are held here, including motorcycle competitions like the Superbike World Championship race. See the Raceway’s […]
Tseleevo Golf and Polo Club (Moscow Region, Dmitrov District, Tseleevo / 42 km from MKAD Dmitrov highway) — Tseleevo Golf and Polo Club is a stunning forest layout situated in a picturesque forest area just in 42 km north from Moscow in Dmitrovsky region, Tseleevo village. Its 18-hole course was designed by Jack Nicklaus (carved […]
Petrovsky Stadium (Petrovsky Ostrov, St. Petersburg) – this is not just a stadium, but a sports complex that consists of a number of buildings (located on a small island in the delta of the River Neva). The main structure, Grand Sport Arena (whose capacity is 21,405 spectators), is the home of the FC Zenit football […]