Moscow

The metropolis spans across 2,511 square kilometers on the Moskva River banks, containing over 13 million residents within its administrative limits.

The settlement began as a wooden fort in 1147 under Prince Yuri Dolgorukiy, marking the foundation of what would become Russia's central power.

The city's architecture combines medieval structures, grand Soviet buildings, and modern skyscrapers, with the Kremlin and Saint Basil's Cathedral defining its skyline.

Moscow Metro system extends over 300 kilometers through 200 stations, transporting millions of passengers daily across the metropolitan region.

The capital contains seven massive skyscrapers known as the Seven Sisters, constructed between 1947 and 1953 in Stalinist architectural style.

Location: Russia

Founders: Yuri Dolgorukiy

Elevation above the sea: 156 m

Part of: Central Federal District

Shares border with: Moscow Oblast, Kaluga Oblast

Website: https://mos.ru

GPS coordinates: 55.75054,37.61748

Latest update: May 28, 2025 05:32