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The Winter Turns Moscow Into A Fairytale Land…

During this Russian celebration of New Year’s, Moscow, the capital of Russia, is decorated with so many bright and glittery lights that it looks like a fairy tale.

Historical Moment: When McDonald's First Opened in Moscow

Keep scrolling to see just how chaotic the streets of Moscow were that day: At the time of its construction, the McDonald's in Moscow was the largest one in the world. The venue came with an incredible 900-person seating capacity.

Covered in Snow, This Capital City is a Winter Wonderland

Moscow during snowfall looks like a magical winter wonderland. Covered by a blanket of snow, Moscow looks like a picture-perfect place, and must undoubtedly be a thrill to capture at this time of year.

What Happened When McDonald's First Opened in Russia?

Keep scrolling to see just how chaotic the streets of Moscow were that day: At the time of its construction, the McDonald's in Moscow was the largest one in the world. The venue came with an incredible 900-person seating capacity.

Have You Ever Seen Such Alluring and Artistic Photography?

Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow, Russia (Model: Darian) 7. The Louvre, Paris, France (Model: Vera Brezhneva) 8. Cappadocia, Turkey (Model: Masha) 9. Cappadocia, Turkey (Model: Maria) 10. Petit Palais, Paris, France (Model: Vera Brezhneva) 11. Moscow Fireworks Festival, Russia (Model: Nina) 12.

Have You Ever Seen Such Stunning, Artistic Photography?

Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow, Russia (Model: Darian) 7. The Louvre, Paris, France (Model: Vera Brezhneva) 8. Cappadocia, Turkey (Model: Masha) 9. Cappadocia, Turkey (Model: Maria) 10. Petit Palais, Paris, France (Model: Vera Brezhneva) 11. Moscow Fireworks Festival, Russia (Model: Nina) 12.

Some of the World's Great Cities Had Humble Beginnings...

Moscow Moscow was founded in the 12 th Century. The Tsars, or Slavic monarchs, ruled by the time the 17 th Century began. The city’s name is derived from the Moskva River, which it grew up around. St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow’s most recognizable building, was completed in 1561.

20 Stalin-Era USSR Photos That Have Never Been Seen Before

Schoolgirls at Kolomenskoye, a former royal estate in the south of Moscow 2. A market in Crimea, a few years before the peninsula was "gifted" to Ukraine by Stalin's successor 3. A street in central Kiev, Ukraine [related_articles] 4. Kids goofing for Martin's camera in Novospassky Monastery 5.

20 Stunning Photos of Women in the Most Gorgeous Dresses!

Red Square, Moscow, Russia (Model: Nataly) 2. Rub Al-Khali Desert, United Arab Emirates (Model: Gizem) 3. Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey (Model: Nastya) [related_articles] 4. Cappadocia, Turkey (Model: Masha) 5. El Nido, The Philippines (Model: Mary) 6. Venice, Italy (Model: Idil) 7.

Taking Photos at High Risk - Remarkable!

Peter the Great Statue, Moscow 4. 5. Bridge in Moscow, Russia 6. 7. Radio Mast, Ekaterinburg, Russia 8. Moscow, Russia 9. Vyborg, Russia 10. South Bridge, Kiev, Ukraine 11. 12. Motherland Monument, Kiev, Ukraine 13. Sochi, Russia 14. Novosibirsk, Russia 15. Krasnoyarsk, Russia 16.

Each of These Cakes Belongs In a Museum

If you’re ever in Moscow and have a taste for artisan cakes you absolutely must pay a visit to Tortik Annushka, a bakery which creates avant-garde cakes inspired by fine art.

These Stunning Paintings Are a Joy to Behold

Lushpin was born in Moscow in 1966 and studied at the MGPU and Stronganov Moscow State University of Arts. He is considered to be one of the finest Russian painters of the modern era, and you can see more of his awe-inspiring work by following this link to his website .

Kolomenskoye - A Palace Restored!

Kolomenskoye is a former royal estate situated several miles to the south-east of Moscow city-centre, on the ancient road leading to the town of Kolomna (hence the name). It was here that Tsar Alexis Mikhailovich built an elaborate wooden palace in the second half of the 17th century.

24 Photos Highlight the Beauty of Buildings in the World

Low Fog In Moscow Location : Ostankino district, Moscow, Russia Image Source: poletaev.photo/ Agora 6. Chinese New Year In Singapore Location : Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Chinatown, Singapore Image Source: ghislainfave/ Agora Related Articles: Agora's Water 2020 Photo Contest Finalists 7.

Hidden Russia: 14 of Its Most Beautiful Towns!

While we all know the large and central cities of this vast country, such as Moscow, St. Petersburg and Volgograd, you can imagine that there are dozens and even hundreds of smaller towns, villages, and cities that we don’t know about.

20 Picturesque Ice Skating Rinks from Around the World

1) Somerset House, London, England source 2) Rockefeller Center, New York City, USA source 3) Ice Skating on the Strip, Las Vegas, USA source 4) Grouse Mountain, Vancouver, BC source 5) Red Square Rink, Moscow, Russia source 6) The Eiffel Tower, Paris, France source 7) Vienna Ice Dream, Austria source

The National Dresses of Miss Universe!

Eighty-six gorgeous women from all over the world participated in the Miss Universe 2013 pageant held in Moscow, Russia.