In 1992, the Moscow government began planning a projected new part of central Moscow, the Moscow International Business Center, with the goal of creating a zone, the first in Russia, …

2 days ago · Moscow, city, capital of Russia since the late 13th century. It is not only the political center of Russia but also the country’s most populous city and its industrial, cultural, scientific, …

Moscow is a huge city with several district articles that contain information about specific sights, restaurants, and accommodation. Since its founding in 1147, Moscow (Russian: Москва, …

Historically, it was the capital of the former Soviet Union and the Grand Duchy of Moscow, the pre-Imperial Russian state. It is the site of the Kremlin, which now serves as the ceremonial …

5 days ago · Moscow’s New Tourism Pitch The Russians are betting that tourists to Moscow will carry home the image (and message) of a high-tech metropolis on par with anything in China …

Explore Moscow, the vibrant capital of Russia, where history, culture, and modernity converge. As one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Moscow boasts iconic landmarks like the Kremlin, Red …

General information about Moscow and its topography, climate, mobile operators, internet, banks and more. Last updated: November 2025. Moscow’s development has historically expanded …

Moscow is home to Russian companies in different industries and is served by a comprehensive transit network, which includes four international airports, ten railway terminals, a tram system, …

The political, scientific, historical, architectural and business center of Russia, Moscow displays the country's contrasts at their most extreme. The ancient and modern are juxtaposed side by …

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