The best tourist attractions of Moscow

Region

Kolomna• first mention in 1177

• In Kolomna be sure to visit

the Historic Kremlin

the Bobrenyov and Old Golutvin monasteries

The city also features

• a local art museum• an art gallery• a new state-of-the-art

skating rink

the Locomotive-building centre

Dmitrov

• was founded by Prince Yuri

Dolgoruky in 1154

The earthen ramparts of the 12 century citadel are preserved in the centre of the town

The Boris and Gleb Monastery

Zvenigorod

• Founded in the 12 century, • was the capital of a

princedom

the St.Sawa Monastery

• The Assumption Cathedral, build around 1400

Andrey Rublev

The Barvikha

Arkhangelskoye-Mansion and Museum

• The 18 and 19 country estate of the Youssupov

princes. • The grounds include:• a residental palace, • the functioning Church of

Michael the Archangel• the Tea House Pavilion,

built in 1829

Borodino Museum and Military History Preserve

• founded in 1839

The preserve features authentic fortifications, communal graves, and monuments from the 17 through the 20 century

The museum includes authentic weapons, millitary uniforms,

documents, art, archaeological findings, and personal belongings from participants in the

Patriotic war of 1812.