Vladimir Chernov

Moscow became the capital of the Soviet Union in March 1918, four months after the Great October Socialist Revolution. Soviet people say that Moscow is the heart of the Soviet Union. It is, indeed, the biggest political, economic, scientific and cultural centre. The Central Committee of the...

TO THE READER As its title suggests, this guide is written for the foreign tourist visiting Moscow for a limited period of time. It will acquaint you with the most important sights and places of interest including both monuments of history and culture and contemporary structures and landmarks....