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Spring is officially here, and Moscow dwellers are ready to make the most of it. The city’s parks have lots of attractions, events, and blooming flowers for visitors to enjoy.

Art enthusiasts are in for a treat at two newly opened exhibitions in Moscow. The first one is ‘Dialogue in Time and Space–Russian Art of XX–XXI Centuries’ at MMOMA, which showcases the evolution of Russian art from the 20th century to the present. The other exhibition is ‘Artist Tkachev—On the 100th Anniversary of Sergei Tkachev’ at the Tretyakov Gallery. These exhibitions offer an opportunity to explore the rich history and diverse art forms that have emerged from Russia.

Wildlife is fascinating, so it is no wonder that people want to lift the curtain of secrecy and get a glimpse into the world of wild animals. Moscow offers a lot of opportunities to do so, but there is no doubt that the ideal place to watch wild animals is the zoo.

Do algorithms require the participation of a human? Is it possible to offer machines and people an equal existence in a world of horizontal hierarchy? How can we consider the meaning of machine communication since its manifestation in futurism? 'Manifesto of Manifests', an exhibition which lays out these open–ended questions, is open until May 14th at the Zotov Centre in Moscow.

In Russia, where many people are Orthodox Christians, Easter is one of the main celebrations of the year. The date of Orthodox Easter is sometimes the same as for Catholics and Protestants, and sometimes, different. In 2023, it falls on Sunday April 16^th.

Situated by the river Yauza and near the city centre, this museum used to be a monastery. While surprisingly tranquil now, back in the middle of the fourteenth century it served the capital with more than prayers—like many other monasteries, it held the line as an outpost.

Used by more than nine million passengers on weekdays, the Moscow metro can be described as busy and overcrowded (especially at rush hours), but a very convenient and fast means of transport. It is so familiar to Moscow dwellers that they can easily forget how marvellous it is.

Whether you are a history and culture enthusiast or simply curious about the ancient art of Russia, do not miss this opportunity to visit the exhibitions dedicated to the Land of Vladimir and Suzdal and the history of warrior saints in Russian art. These exhibitions will take you on a journey through time from the 9th to the 20^th centuries.

Many people love the circus—it can be magical, joyful, and spectacular. You can see unthinkable things, such as gravity-defying tightrope walkers or tamers kissing a lion unscathed! Almost every big city has its own circus, and Moscow is no exception—its circuses have a long history and are well-known all around the world.

Let Tsaritsyno Park be your winter spot as this snowy season comes to an end. Here, the hustle and bustle of Moscow give way to silence and calmness, beautiful neo-Gothic buildings, fountains and happy faces.