When I first arrived in Moscow 8 years ago, I had no idea what to expect. Like many Westerners, my view of Russia had been shaped by news headlines, Hollywood films, and Cold War clichés — dark, cold, mysterious, and sometimes threatening.
But on my first full day here, I took a walk through the city… and what I saw changed my perspective forever.
In this video, I retrace the exact steps of that first walk, sharing what I saw, how I felt, and why this city defied every expectation I had about Russia. If you’ve ever been curious about what real Moscow looks and feels like — beyond the stereotypes — this is the video to watch.
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📍 Walk Highlights:
• Red Square & the Kremlin Walls
• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier & Four Seasons Fountain
• Manezhnaya Square & Okhotny Ryad Mall
• Tverskaya Street & Kamergersky Lane
• Bolshaya Dmitrovka & Pushkin Square
• Nikitsky & Gogolevsky Boulevards
• Arbat Area to the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour
• Patriarshy Bridge with stunning river views
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Expect a mix of historic landmarks, local street life, and an honest, personal reflection on what it’s like to discover Russia for the first time — without the filter of media bias.
Whether you’re considering a trip, thinking about moving to Moscow, or just curious about what it’s really like — this walk might just change your view of Russia too.
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