Moscow

Moscow has transformed itself over the last two decades into one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the world, with some of the most exclusive shopping, cutting-edge modern architecture and trendy nightlife rubbing shoulders with the famous cathedrals and churches, museums and galleries, and reminders of the 70-year experiment of Communism. Red Square, listed as a world heritage sight, still boasts one of the most stunning and evocative architectural ensembles in the world, with the imposing Kremlin fortress, the dome-capped fantasy of St. Basil's church and a sense of vast space in the middle of the bustling metropolis.