Pushkin's Oak on Tverskoy Boulevard, Protected oak tree on Tverskoy Boulevard, Moscow, Russia
Description
Pushkin's Oak on Tverskoy Boulevard is a large oak tree standing in central Moscow with robust branches and dense foliage that changes with the seasons. The tree occupies a central position along the boulevard where pedestrians pass daily.
History
The oak was planted in 1814 during Moscow's major reconstruction following the French invasion of Russia. This period marked the beginning of the boulevard's development as an important public space in the city.
Culture
The tree is named after Alexander Pushkin and honors the poet's importance in Russian literature and his ties to this part of Moscow. Visitors find here a place where cultural memory and nature meet in the middle of the city.
Practical
The tree is located along the central section of the boulevard and is easily reached on foot from nearby metro stations. Visitors should come during daylight hours to clearly see the tree's structure and form.
Did you know?
Botanists continue to study this tree because it offers rare insight into two centuries of urban nature in the city. The oak shows how a single tree has witnessed the changes around Moscow across generations.
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