Revolution Square, Moscow, Square in Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia
Revolution Square, formerly Resurrection Square, is a curved public space in the heart of Moscow that stretches between Manezhnaya Square and Teatralnaya Square. The area is surrounded by notable buildings such as the Metropol Hotel and the Moscow City Hall, and it is crossed by pedestrian paths that connect to nearby landmarks.
The area was once crossed by the Neglinnaya River, which was covered in the early 19th century to create the square. It was renamed Revolution Square in 1917, and later Soviet changes included the demolition of the Resurrection Gate and the construction of Hotel Moskva.
The square is a popular meeting point, and its name reflects the revolutionary history that shaped the city. Visitors can see street performers and locals passing through, and the nearby Resurrection Gate connects the square to Red Square.
The square is easy to reach on foot from Red Square and the Kremlin, and several metro stations have exits right at the square. It is a good place to start a walk around the city center, with clear paths and open space.
The square is home to three metro stations, and the station named after the square is known for its bronze statues of workers, soldiers, and peasants. These figures are often touched by passersby for good luck, especially the dog statue.
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