Sofiyskaya Embankment, Riverfront promenade in Yakimanka District, Moscow, Russia.
Sofiyskaya Embankment stretches along the Moskva River between two major streets and connects different parts of the district with a continuous pedestrian walkway. The waterfront is lined with several buildings featuring historical facades from various periods that shape the streetscape.
The House of Lobkov was built in 1816 on foundations that survived the major fire of 1812 during Napoleon's invasion. This base enabled the quick rebuilding of this area after the war.
The St. Sophia Church here displays religious architecture from the early 18th century that was later rebuilt. Visitors can still observe the original structure of the building, even though it was modified over time.
The waterfront offers continuous pedestrian access to several architectural monuments and is easily reached on foot. The best time to walk here is during daylight when light makes the facade details clearly visible.
Building number 14/12 belonged to P. I. Kharitonenko, known as the sugar king, who had it built between 1891 and 1893. The structure displays the wealth and influence of this merchant family in Moscow's business history.
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