Manezhnaya Square

Interesting about Manezhnaya Square in Moscow 

The center of the commercial life of the capital, a tourist attraction and one of the oldest, large squares in Moscow. All this is about Manezhnaya Square, where the amazing architectural ensemble of the Resurrection Gates, the chapel of the Iberian Icon of the Mother of God, the State Historical Museum and other important cultural attractions are located. Residents of the capital call it Manezhka, and tourists note its proximity to the Kremlin, Alexander Garden and Red Square.

Why is it worth visiting Manezhnaya Square in Moscow?

Manezhnaya Square in modern charm was created during the general reconstruction of the capital, in 1931-1938. This includes Obzhorny, Loskutny lanes, Bolshaya Nikitskaya, Manezhnaya street and part of Mokhovaya. A feature of this place is an unusual architectural ensemble. Expressive sculptures, the beauty of the above-ground territory with fountains goes well with the underground shopping variety of Okhotny Ryad. But it is worth visiting Manezhnaya Square not only for shopping. The best archaeological museum of the Russian Federation is located here.

Itinerary to see the beauty of the center of Moscow: Start your journey through the tourist places of the capital of Russia from the well-known Red Square. Passing through it, you will see the Resurrection Gate and the chapel of the Iberian Mother of God. Nearby is the Historical Museum and in front of it is a monument to G.K. Zhukov. Between Red and Manezhnaya squares there is an original monument "Kilometer Zero of Russia"; (beginning of all highways in the country). In the Alexander Garden, be sure to visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, go to the Historical Museum of Moscow and learn the history of the Manezh (the largest exhibition hall in the capital).

The Manezh building impresses with its grandeur and architectural simplicity at the same time. This is an excellent example of classicism in the center of Moscow. The main shopping center of the capital – Okhotny Ryad – attracts not only inveterate shopaholics, but also connoisseurs of history. And the reason is that this part of the city in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries was the favorite place of all merchants. In 1903, the National Hotel was opened here. and the hotel "Intourist". A sculpture of George the Victorious (the symbol of Moscow) rises above Okhotny Ryad. The fountain complex, created by Zurab Tsereteli, fell in love with many residents of the capital. Exhibitions, concerts and other cultural events are often held here.