Tverskoy District, Administrative district in central Moscow, Russia.
Tverskoy District stretches from Kitai-gorod to the Belorussky and Savyolovsky Rail Terminals, with Tverskaya Street marking its southern boundary. The area is densely populated with a mix of older buildings, modern office towers, and commercial spaces filling its streets.
During the 15th century, Tverskaya Street evolved from a rural path with wooden structures into a main route connecting Moscow to the city of Tver. This original purpose shaped its importance, establishing it as the backbone of the district for centuries to come.
The district serves as Moscow's main theater hub, with the Bolshoi Theatre and numerous performance venues clustered around Theatre Square. You can see the streets filled with theatergoers heading to shows and premieres, making it the city's primary destination for live performances.
Multiple metro stations, including Tverskaya on the Zamoskvoretskaya Line, connect the area to the rest of the city. The district center is easy to explore on foot, with street layouts that are straightforward and key locations close to one another.
The district houses major government institutions including the State Duma, Federation Council, Moscow Mayor's office, and Moscow Police Headquarters. This concentration of administrative power shapes daily life in the area and is visible in the heightened security presence.
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