Tretyakov Gallery and Zamoskvorechye Tour in Moscow
Moscow, Russian Federation
Trip Type: Cultural Tours
Duration: 3 hours
Take in the world famous paintings, icons and artful compositions in Tretyakov Gallery, beautiful old churches in Zamoskvorechye area, historical streets of Moscow, modern street graffiti and the best coffee in Moscow – Ultimate Russian Culture Experience!
See some of the most famous Russian masterpieces:
See some of the most famous Russian masterpieces:
- Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin "Bathing the Red Horse". Written in 1912, the picture turned out to be prophetic with the red horse acting as the fate of Russia in the 20th century in the country;
- Mikhail Vrubel "Seated Demon", 1890. The plot is inspired by the poem of Lermontov's "Demon", with the demon representing the image of strength of the human spirit and inner struggle. Tragically his hands are clasped, with the demon sitting in sadness, surrounded by vague colors;
- Viktor Vasnetsov "Alyonushka" 1881, based on the fairy tale "About Sister Alyonushka and Brother Ivanushka" with a purely Russian motif and spirit.
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Take in the world famous paintings, icons and artful compositions in Tretyakov Gallery, beautiful old churches in Zamoskvorechye area, historical streets of Moscow, modern street graffiti and the best coffee in Moscow – Ultimate Russian Culture Experience!
See some of the most famous Russian masterpieces:
Main sights of the tour are:
The biography of the Tretyakov Gallery's author, how he was able to accomplish what he did and what were his greatest values in the family; which icon is kept in a special glass space, that maintains consistent temperature and moistness to protect the icon from any damage; which painter took part in various battles and composed various paintings depicting what he witnesses; which artist would never make what he managed to create without a Moscow Major General; what was the first Russian painter to be known by European community, and much more...
The museum is simply enormous! It has around 130 000 exhibits and you have an opportunity to see and discover a big part of this collection.After the Tretyakov gallery we will proceed to Zamoskvorechie area, that has so many iconic buildings and so much history to tell. And don't miss the chance to see the latest street art in the oldest part of the city. Then, coffee break in the best known coffee shop in Moscow with the interesting facts about coffee, Moscow and Russia.
Finish the tour at a traditional Russian restaurant to gorge on bliny and pelmeni, or get back to your hotel to restore energy.
See some of the most famous Russian masterpieces:
- Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin "Bathing the Red Horse". Written in 1912, the picture turned out to be prophetic with the red horse acting as the fate of Russia in the 20th century in the country;
- Mikhail Vrubel "Seated Demon", 1890. The plot is inspired by the poem of Lermontov's "Demon", with the demon representing the image of strength of the human spirit and inner struggle. Tragically his hands are clasped, with the demon sitting in sadness, surrounded by vague colors;
- Viktor Vasnetsov "Alyonushka" 1881, based on the fairy tale "About Sister Alyonushka and Brother Ivanushka" with a purely Russian motif and spirit.
Main sights of the tour are:
- Experience Russia’s top gallery – Tretyakov Gallery;
- Absorb the excellence of the greatest Russian painters;
- Explore the uniqueness of Russian art and architecture, old and new;
- Get immersed into Russian history from the 12th to 21st century;
- Discover the most ancient area of Moscow – Zamoskvorechye;
- Take in the incredible architectural styles of Russian churches and temples;
- Learn a lot of fun facts and fascinating stories!
- Pick-up at the hotel;
- Historic walk around the ancient district of Moscow - Zamoskvorechye, the heart of the Russian capital that pulsates with the beat of this legendary city;
- Tretyakov Gallery – Moscow’s premier art gallery. The world's finest collection of Russian paintings, the fundamental exhibition and historical centre of Russia, and an essential part of the bucket list amongst the most valuable places in the world;
- Drop-off at the hotel or wherever you want.
The biography of the Tretyakov Gallery's author, how he was able to accomplish what he did and what were his greatest values in the family; which icon is kept in a special glass space, that maintains consistent temperature and moistness to protect the icon from any damage; which painter took part in various battles and composed various paintings depicting what he witnesses; which artist would never make what he managed to create without a Moscow Major General; what was the first Russian painter to be known by European community, and much more...
The museum is simply enormous! It has around 130 000 exhibits and you have an opportunity to see and discover a big part of this collection.After the Tretyakov gallery we will proceed to Zamoskvorechie area, that has so many iconic buildings and so much history to tell. And don't miss the chance to see the latest street art in the oldest part of the city. Then, coffee break in the best known coffee shop in Moscow with the interesting facts about coffee, Moscow and Russia.
Finish the tour at a traditional Russian restaurant to gorge on bliny and pelmeni, or get back to your hotel to restore energy.
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