Lenin's Mausoleum, Granite mausoleum in Red Square, Moscow, Russia
The black and red pyramid-shaped structure rises 12 meters high with geometric lines and contains a funeral hall with Lenin's glass sarcophagus.
Soviet architect Alexey Shchusev designed the permanent stone structure in 1929 to replace earlier wooden versions built after Lenin's death in 1924.
The mausoleum represents a central symbol of Soviet power, where Communist leaders stood during military parades and celebrations in Red Square.
Visitors can view Lenin's preserved body Tuesday through Sunday between 10:00 and 13:00, with photography and talking prohibited inside.
During World War II, Lenin's body traveled 2,100 miles to Tyumen, Siberia, for protection from potential German invasion of Moscow.
Location: Tverskoy District
Inception: 1930
Architects: Alexey Shchusev
Official opening: 1930
Architectural style: Egyptian Revival architecture
Floors above the ground: 1
Height: 12 m
Made from material: granite, labradorite, porphyry
Part of: Kremlin Wall Necropolis
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-13:00; Friday off
Website: http://fso.gov.ru/struct/skmk/pravila_kremlin
GPS coordinates: 55.75361,37.61972
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:19
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