Museon Park: how to get there and what to see?

In the capital of our country there are many interesting places and all kinds of sights. Often even native Muscovites do not know all the museums and parks of their native city. And this is an excellent reason to walk more on weekends and discover new places for yourself. One of the interesting ideas for organizing leisure in the weekend in Moscow - a trip to the park "Museon". How to get to this landmark?

"Museon" - what is it?

This place is officially called the park of arts. In the people he also has one more name, the national one - a cemetery of sculptures. Indeed, the history of the park begins in the 90s of the last century. At that time, it was decided to get rid of some monuments that glorified Soviet power, the leaders and figures of a bygone era. In 1992, a well- organized green zone for the transportation of statues was allocated, located near the Tretyakov Gallery and the Central House of Artists. "Museon" (Art Park) is located in a relatively small area - only 24 hectares. Today there are 700 sculptures and compositions. What is striking, the monuments of Soviet culture here peacefully coexist with the works of contemporary authors.

Museon Park: how to get there by public transport

Walk among the original monuments is not difficult to combine with excursions to the historical center of Moscow. The nearest metro stations to the park are Kropotkinskaya and Polyanka. The distance from them to the site of interest is approximately the same. But if you want to see as many interesting things as possible, it makes sense to go to Kropotkinskaya. So, we arrive at the necessary station, but where is the "Museon" park, how to get to this place? Tune in for a short walk. From the metro you need to go up to the city, taking advantage of the exit to the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Next you need to get to the Volkhonka street. If you find the right way out, the Christ the Savior Cathedral and the square will be on your right. Further it is necessary to pass through the territory of this religious religious structure and then move along the pedestrian bridge across the Moskva River (Patriarchal Bridge).

Next, you need to focus on the monument to Peter I, from afar you will see the abundance of greenery at its foot, this is the park "Museon". Do not be afraid not to find the right place. Near the monument to the great sovereign beautiful flower beds and lawns begin, here you can see the cafe "Shardam". Once you read this sign, you can rest assured that you are there! For those who are afraid to get lost, we recall that the park "Museon" has the address: Moscow, Krymsky Val street, ow. 2.

The most interesting exhibits

Even if you do not like taking photos with sights, do not forget to charge the camera well before this walk. Among the huge number of sculptures installed in the park, everyone will find at least a few of the most interesting and attractive for themselves. In the "Museon" you can see the creations of recognized masters of their era, such sculptors as V. Mukhina, S. Merkulov, E. Vuchetich. Especially will be liked in this place by lovers of Soviet art. The image of the USSR coat of arms in the historical part of the park is found practically at every step, it is also impossible to count the number of sculptural portraits of Lenin and Stalin. The park "Museon" in Moscow should be visited not only for the sake of getting a portion of aesthetic pleasure. This is a full-fledged museum under the open sky, near each sculpture there is a sign with the author and the name of the work.

A place where sculptures of different styles and times meet

In addition to the "classic" portrait images in the growth and busts of famous figures of the past, other sculptures can be seen in the park. There are in the "Museon" and quite "non-Soviet" images of naked women, and touching children's figures, as well as images of literary and fairy-tale heroes. You can see here and the original avant-garde monuments. Sculptures presented in this green zone are made in different techniques and styles. There are different monuments and sculptural groups and the materials used. "Museon" (the park of the arts) is a unique place in which a huge number of monuments of art are collected, including historical ones.

What else to do in the park?

"Museon" is not only a huge exhibition of sculptures, but also a comfortable recreation area. The landscape design of the park deserves special attention - there are fountains, alpine hills and very beautiful flower beds. Also in the recreation area there is an open-air cinema and photo exhibition. From time to time, music concerts are held here, as well as other cultural events. In the warm season, yoga classes and dance lessons are held on the territory of the recreation area. Be sure to come to the park "Museon", how to get there, you already know. Boring here will not be anyone, and everyone will find something to their liking.