The Kremlin, a word used to describe a fortified municipal center, is the historic place of power from which the czars, Soviet politicians, and, today, President Vladimir Putin rule the vast landmass that is Russia. You won't see Putin, of course, but you can walk around the grandiose square, visit the churches where czars and princes were wed, and the Armory Chamber, where jeweled state regalia, Fabergé eggs, and ancient Russian arms and armor are displayed. Inside the red wall, the Kremlin's buildings are white and yellow. You can stroll past the Senate, which unfortunately is closed to visitors; the Assumption Cathedral, the main historical church of the Russian government; the Arkhangelsky Cathedral; the Patriarch's Palace, which was built in the 16th century as the residence of Patriarch Nikon; and the Great Ivan bell-tower complex.
Attraction
Moscow Kremlin
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Kremlin
Hours
May–Aug, Fri–Wed 10am–5pm, Sept–Apr, Fri–Wed 10am–6pm
Phone
495/697-0349
Prices
RUB350 to enter Kremlin square, RUB700 including a visit to the Armory
Web site
Moscow Kremlin
Map
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