Pavilion No. 35 Tobacco at the VDNKh, Soviet architectural landmark in Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy, Moscow, Russia
Pavilion No. 35 Tobacco is a building at VDNKh with classical architectural elements and refined decorative details. It sits among numerous other pavilions and exhibition spaces that make up the sprawling complex.
The pavilion was designed in 1954 by architect V. N. Kondratiev as a tobacco distribution center. Over time, its function changed, and it eventually became a protected historical monument.
The structure displays how the Soviet Union wanted to show its agricultural and industrial power through architecture. Walking through it today, you can sense how proudly tobacco production was presented as part of the nation's achievements.
The pavilion now operates as a cafe where visitors can eat while exploring the exhibition grounds. You can reach it on foot while walking through the complex, which is open to the public.
The building received federal cultural heritage status in 1993, officially recognizing its historical importance. This protection ensured that its architectural qualities would be preserved for future visitors.
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