Zamoskvorechye is a very special part of Moscow. It seems that the rhythm in which its inhabitants lived — merchants, middle clergy and artisans-has remained here forever. The rhythm is calm, unhurried, measured. Take a walk around this area and immerse yourself in its vibrant atmosphere.
The tour starts from Paveletsky railway station, one of the nine Moscow railway stations that connect the capital with the whole country. Here, you'll hear about the starving people of the Volga region, listen to stories about sausage sandwiches and faceted glasses and imagine how the funeral procession of Lenin's funeral began from here.
Learn how a friendly dispute between the merchant Bakhrushin led to the creation of the largest theater museum. Look at how the famous and richest entrepreneurs of that time, the Morozovs and Demidovs, lived. You'll also learn how the world-famous Tretyakov Gallery appeared.
Cross the Luzhkov Bridge to Balchug Island, which stretches between the Moskva River and the Drainage Channel. Here you'll find Bolotnaya Square with its unique monuments, the infamous House on the embankment and, of course, the Red October complex, where you'll walk along the former factory buildings to the monument to Peter I.
Self-guided in-app audio tour in Russian
