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Inside Background
Architecture 
We all know the cross-sectional pattern of a tree trunk: a series of rings and...
Last edited: 10 June 2006
Health & Safety 
Moscow - Health & Safety   Many of the tips included below, while they may...
Last edited: 26 April 2008
History 
In the middle of the 12th century, Prince Yury Dolgoruky set up fortifications...
Last edited: 20 January 2007
Neighborhoods 
Walk: Zaryadie/Zamoskvo... If you happen to be in one of Moscow hotels on...
Last edited: 24 April 2008
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 20 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
There is no official tourist information center in Moscow. Major hotels have...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Weather & When to Go 
The coldest months in Moscow are January and February with an average...
Last edited: 29 November 2007
Bed and Breakfasts in Moscow  
Moscow has many budget options for travellers, bed and breakfasts, guesthouses...
Last edited: 16 April 2008
WiFi 
Fortunately there is an antidote for inflated hotel WiFi prices in Moscow. Many...
Last edited: 30 October 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most international flights arrive at Terminal 2 or the new Terminal...
Last edited: 07 June 2009
Public Transportation 
Public transport is pretty cheap in Moscow, and you can get around by metro...
Last edited: 28 March 2008
How to Use the Metro 
For visitors to Moscow who don't speak or read Russian, the Metro can be very...
Last edited: 03 May 2008
Moscow metro: underground palace 
Moscow underground system (the metro) is not only the most successful means of...
Last edited: 26 October 2008
Moscow-St.-Petersburg 
Train schedule Train N Departure Moscow (Leningradskii) Arrival S.-Petersburg...
Last edited: 03 January 2007
Taxi Service 
Taxi Bistro provides reliable service.  Email them  bistro@taxopark.ru for...
Last edited: 30 December 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
You don't need to get far from Moscow to go way back in time:  The towns of...
Last edited: 10 February 2009
Family Travel 
Some things to do with your family include: Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier's...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Museums & Attractions 
Moscow's Museums & Attractions This is a list of some of the main...
Last edited: 04 February 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
VDNKh or National Economic Exhibition is a fascinating monument to the Soviet...
Last edited: 30 September 2006
The Performing Arts 
Moscow offers an impressive choice of entertainment. The Bolshoi...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Arbat Street-History, Shopping & Food 
Arbat Street in Moscow, often called "Old Arbat" or "Stary Arbat" ("Stary" is...
Last edited: 20 January 2008
Boat trip in Moscow 
Summary: The boats which travel the Moscow River are a great way to see many of...
Last edited: 17 May 2009
Dorogomilovsky Mkt-Color, Smells, Caviar 
A stroll through this market is a sensory treat. All the fresh vegetables and...
Last edited: 30 November 2007
Golden RIng 
Consider spending 3-6 days outside Moscow in the "Golden Ring" area.  If you...
Last edited: 07 July 2009
Izmailovsky Market - Souvenir Paradise! 
The Vernisage at Izmailovo is a large, outdoor shopping market, full of all...
Last edited: 25 February 2008
Moscow's Beautiful Churches 
Of course, everyone knows about St. Basil's Cathedral (on Red Square) and...
Last edited: 26 February 2008
Parks & Gardens 
Moscow's Parks & Gardens This is a list of some of the most popular parks...
Last edited: 10 February 2009
Point77. Game for moscow visitors 
"Point77" is a game for people who come to Moscow and want to see more than the...
Last edited: 27 November 2009
Scenic Views 
The most well-known view is from Vorobyovy Gory (Sparrow Hills; formerly the...
Last edited: 09 February 2009
Bolshoi Theatre 
The "original" Bolshoi Theater is currently under renovation, and is expected...
Last edited: 28 November 2009
City Space Bar and Lounge 
Moscow has many fine attractions and impressive buildings however the view from...
Last edited: 22 January 2009
Kurchatov Institute 
Kurchatov institute is now situated in a highly populated area. When just built...
Last edited: 27 July 2009
Moscow Metro 
The Moscow Metro should not be missed. The rush hours are to be avoided unless...
Last edited: 13 March 2008
Sanduny Banya 
By far the very best banya in Moscow! The downstairs banya is about 600 rubles...
Last edited: 19 March 2008
The Armoury (Oruzheynaya Palata) 
Despite its name, it's not really an armory: it's a museum of national...
Last edited: 27 October 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
In recent years the restaurant scene has changed dramatically in Moscow. The...
Last edited: 20 May 2008
Cheap Eats 
Most restaurants are very much expensive in Moscow and fast food restaurants...
Last edited: 27 July 2009
Dining with a View 
Summer in the city There are many terraces in Moscow, some of them even belong...
Last edited: 29 November 2007
People-watching 
Two of the best areas in the city center for people-watching are on Kamergersky...
Last edited: 30 November 2007
Fine dining 
Cafe Pushkin - A place for fine dining, with a variety of Russian dishes.  Take...
Last edited: 08 December 2007
Le Pain Quotidien 
Le Pain Quotidien- a chain of restaurants in Moscow. The addresses are available
Last edited: 22 May 2009
Mu-Mu 
Locations: http://www.cafemu... As of October 2008, information is only in...
Last edited: 26 November 2008
VinoSyr 
VinoSyr is a small and relaxed wine bar in the heart of central Moscow, nearby...
Last edited: 11 August 2009
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Inside Russia: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
If you plan to take American Express Travellers cheques to Russia, you should...
Last edited: 21 May 2009
Crossing the Border 
Getting a Russian Visa  In order to travel to Russia you need a visa. To get...
Last edited: 15 August 2009
Emergencies 
There are 2 other kinds of phone numbers to call emergencies. The difference is...
Last edited: 07 December 2007
Important Phrases 
The Russian (Cyrillic) alphabet has 33 letters (20 consonants, 11 vowels and 2...
Last edited: 17 February 2009
Telephones 
Mobile Phones GSM mobile phones work well within Moscow and St Petersburg, even...
Last edited: 02 September 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is increasingly encouraged in Russia. 10 to 15% is the accepted rate of...
Last edited: 18 September 2009
Changing money 
The two major currencies for cash conversion in Moscow/Russia are USD and...
Last edited: 21 May 2009
Golden Ring 
Golden Ring is a set of ancient Russian cities north-east of Moscow which form...
Last edited: 28 February 2008
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