Povarskaya - Bolshaya Nikitskaia Architecture (Self Guided), Moscow, Russia

Povarskaya - Bolshaya Nikitskaia Architecture, Moscow

Povarskaya - Bolshaya Nikitskaia Architecture (Self Guided), Moscow

Discover the exciting diversity and rich detailing of some of Moscow鈥檚 magnificent architecture when you go for a walk along Povarskaya and Bolshaya Nikitskaia Streets. They are lined with many historical and outstandingly beautiful mansions. Both streets rival each other for the title of Embassy Row.

Visit the western part of Bolshaya beyond the Boulevard Ring to look over the many Neoclassical mansions. These are old survivors, having made it through the wars and revolutions of previous decades and centuries. They are impressive reminders of the skills and talents of their architects and designers. The highlight of this street is the Grand Ascension Church, which was built during the end of the 18th and beginning of the 19th century.

Povarskaya Street is equally bestowed with grand buildings, including some of the finest mansions to be built in the late 19th century. See the Dolgorukov estate at number 52. The 18th-century manor was the model for the Rostov estate in 鈥淲ar and Peace.鈥� At number 44 is the Art Nouveau Mindovsky Mansion, which is now the Embassy of New Zealand. During your time in the locale, amble down the side streets between Novy Arbat and the Garden Ring. This is where servants of the imperial kitchens used to live.

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Create Your Own Self-Guided Walks in Moscow

Guide Name: Povarskaya - Bolshaya Nikitskaia Architecture
Guide Location: Russia » Moscow
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Discovery)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Author: naomi

1) Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street corner with Merzlyakovsky Lane

2) Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street

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