Eighth Sister, Unbuilt skyscraper project in Zaryadye, Moscow, Russia
Description
The Eighth Sister is an unbuilt skyscraper project in Zaryadye designed as a 32-story administrative building that would have reached 275 meters tall with a stepped structure and main facade facing Red Square. The proposal was part of Soviet plans to reshape Moscow's skyline during the postwar era.
History
Construction began in 1947 as part of Stalin's vision to enhance Moscow's skyline, but stopped in 1954 following policy changes. The halt marked the end of an era of ambitious Soviet skyscraper architecture in the city center.
Culture
The building was designed with classical elements like colonnades and symmetrical proportions, following Soviet principles of monumental architecture. These design choices reflected the desire at that time to express Moscow's power and grandeur through construction.
Practical
The site is not publicly accessible today as it was later used for other developments. Visitors interested in the project's history can explore Moscow's museums and archives, which preserve details about Soviet urban planning.
Did you know?
The allocated land was later used to build the Rossiya Hotel, which operated from 1967 to 2006 and became one of Europe's largest hotels at the time. This structure replaced the abandoned foundation and shaped Zaryadye's appearance for decades.
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