Sparrow Hills

This wooded hill rises along the right bank of the Moskva River, reaching 85 meters above the water and marked by ravines that cut through the slopes. A wide stone terrace at the top opens onto a clear view across the river and the city, while behind it forest paths wind through dense trees.

The site began as a 14th-century village called Vorobyovo, sold to the Grand Duke of Moscow in the mid-1450s. The landscape changed during the 20th century with the construction of the university and public facilities.

The observation terrace draws newlyweds who come for wedding photos with the skyline behind them, following a tradition practiced across the city. Young people gather on the steps below the platform, especially on warm evenings when street musicians unpack their instruments and the sun sets behind the towers.

The main approach is from Vorobyovy Gory metro station, with stairs and paths leading up to the platform. Weekends bring more visitors, so a weekday visit offers a quieter experience.

The Church of the Trinity is the only remaining structure from the original village of Vorobyovo and stayed open throughout the Napoleonic invasion and the Soviet era. Its position among modern buildings shows the contrast between old and new architecture in this part of the city.