See Lenin's embalmed body

Mausolée de Lénine

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Lenin’s Mausoleum, also known as Lenin’s Tomb, is a fascinating Moscow point of interest. It houses the embalmed body of former Soviet Union leader Vladimir Lenin, who died in 1924. Located by the Kremlin wall in Red Square, Lenin’s Mausoleum is a controversial but popular attraction in the city that is worth adding to your must-see list. Because of its convenient location, you won’t have to go far to take a look at the preserved body of this historical figure.

Red Square

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Red Square is a must-see Moscow attraction that includes many top sites, like St. Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin’s Mausoleum, the GUM shopping center and the Kremlin. As Moscow’s main square, it’s a great place to begin your exploration of the city. The historic square is closed to traffic, so you can wander around, stop for photos and marvel at the amazing architecture. Several buildings are illuminated at night, making Red Square a terrific place to visit day or night.

Garage Museum of Contemporary Art

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Founded in 2008, the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art is one of the most popular venues for modern art in Moscow. In 2015, it moved to a stunning building in Gorky Park, designed by the famous Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas. The Garage Museum hosts exhibitions, films and events that focus on modern international and Russian art. Its archive of Russian contemporary art from the 1950s to the present is the first of its kind in the country.