Post #1, Presidential guard station in Red Square, Moscow, Russia
The guard post stands at precise coordinates of 55.755 latitude and 37.616306 longitude, marking a central position near the Kremlin walls.
Established in 1924, this guard station represents the official ceremonial post where Russian military personnel maintain continuous watch over national monuments.
The station functions as a symbol of Russian military discipline, with guards performing precise movements and maintaining strict protocols throughout their shifts.
Visitors can observe the guard change ceremony multiple times daily, with the best viewing spots located along the perimeter of Red Square.
Each guard at Post #1 undergoes specific training to perfect the exact 210-step march sequence required during their two-hour rotation period.
Location: Moscow
Inception: 1924
GPS coordinates: 55.75500,37.61631
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58
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