Moscow turns 879: How capital is celebrating City Day
Moscow is celebrating City Day this weekend. The Russian capital has turned 879 years old.
Moscow is celebrating City Day this weekend. The Russian capital has turned 879 years old.
The Russian capital celebrated its 869th anniversary last weekend. Although the date is not a round one, the organizers prepared for Muscovites and guests of the capital more than 1000 celebrations, which took place at 212 sites. The celebrations took place throughout the entire city. This year, the first vehicle parade was held on the Garden Ring.
The mayor of the Russian capital, Sergei Sobyanin, has congratulated the Muscovites on the Day of the city, pointing out that thanks to their work, skill and talent Moscow lives and develops. …