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Clarity Go2Mobile 12+

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Knowing your latest trip status and factors that could affect travel is more important than ever. The new version of the Clarity Go2Mobile app gives you all the information you need, in a fresh new interface. You have instant access to full trip itinerary, airline check-in, rail e-Tickets and enhanced travel intelligence such as National Rail Updates, so you are informed whether on a short train ride or complex international journey. Travel Managers and Bookers can interact with trips they have arranged for other people, as well as using Go2Mobile for their own trips. New Feature Overview         Revamped User Interface: Go2Mobile has been given a fresh new look in line with Go2Book and useful info is now immediately available. For example, once you log in, the home screen now shows headline info on your upcoming trips. We’ve also added in access to Go2Book mobile friendly booking portal, e-Tickets and Boarding Passes (stored securely in Wallet). Rail Trips with enhanced e-Ticket access:  As well as accessing your rail e-Ticket within your trip screen, you now have direct access to your phone wallet from your app home screen, saving you time when you need to scan the e-Ticket QR code at the station.   Enhanced Notifications: Now you don’t just receive a notification for a travel update, (or risk alert if your company uses Go2TrackPro), all notifications are now nicely stored and accessible within your trip. Streamlined Sign In with Apple ID : Registered users can quickly set up streamlined sign in with Apple ID. This means future login takes no time and utilises your own secure phone credentials rather than Go2Mobile username and password. Travel Manager/Booker Functionality: For our clients who arrange travel on behalf of others, you can access and interact with the trips you arranged in the ‘For Others’ screen. Even further, you can generate a ‘memo’ message which sends a notification and attaches to the trip in your travellers’ app. A great way to gently prompt a traveller about their trip. Learn more about Clarity at https://www.claritybt.com

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Ratings and Reviews

Terrible user experience.

I don’t understand how apps and websites can have different passwords. The designers have clearly never done any kind of user acceptance testing. If they’d tried to use their own product they wouldn’t have signed it off. I downloaded the app as the website isn’t mobile friendly and you can’t view things on the site. But I can’t even login to the app. Went on here to read the reviews and now I see I’m not the only one. I don’t think business leaders really understand the impact of the inconvenience of business booking systems like this. It must cause people to leave for another job!

Wastes time and does not work

You need different logon details to the web app. When booking you are re-directed to the web app and need to login. Great! So why not use the web app from the go. It is so flakey that I was excluded as passwords are needed all the while. Eventually I removed this app. Total waste of time and effort

Need different password to web version

I will not use this app . It’s absurd that different passwords are required for the app from the website . Now I have read the reviews it looks like iam not the only one who has left similar comments

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The developer, Mantic Point Solutions Ltd , indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

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Making bookings for business travel

Book flights, hotels, rail tickets and other travel arrangements through clarity for staff, postgraduates and visitors..

• Booking travel

All travel on University business must be booked in line with the Travel and expenses policy .

The University's contracted Travel Management Company is Clarity, and their online booking tool is Go2Book.

Before making your booking you should have permission from your line manager and have considered appropriate risk assessments in line with the Fieldwork safety standard .

• Travel services you can book through Clarity

You can book most of your travel needs through Clarity. You must book flights, standard hotels and pre-booked UK rail via Clarity. Straightforward bookings should be made online via Go2Book, with more complicated journeys using the phone/email route.

Hotels do not need to be booked via Clarity where they are part of a conference booking, or rates are exclusively available through a partner institution, or where suitable accommodation is only available on another booking platform.

Services Clarity can book include:

• UK rail and Eurostar tickets, collect at station or e-tickets
• hotels, including Bath hotels
• airport parking, lounges and non-local taxis
• coach tickets
• ferry tickets
• Clarity Service Level Agreement

UK rail tickets, point to point air tickets and straightforward hotel bookings should normally be booked online via Go2Book rather contacting Clarity by phone or email to make the booking.

When a request is made to Clarity via email, a substantive response should be received within 3 hours (during the hours 9am to 5.30pm). When the service level falls short of this response time, it is permitted that the booking can be completed by another means. In this case, payment may be made through an advance, University purchase card or claimed via the expenses process.

Where this option is exercised, the initial acknowledgement response from Clarity must be replied to, advising them to take no further action, in order to avoid duplicated effort.

• Training and user guide

Regular training webinars are available to help make best use of Go2Book. You can register to access recordings to watch at your convenience.

• Create your profile

You will need to set up your traveller profile in Go2Book before you can make your first booking. You will not need to input this information again on future bookings.

To create your profile:

• Go to Go2Book .
• On the login screen, enter your University email address.
• Click 'Recover Password'.
• You will receive an email from Clarity within a few minutes. Click the link in the email.
• Follow the instructions to create your password, then log in to Go2Book.
• Check your basic information is correct.

Information you need to create your profile

Your travel profile will contain all the information Clarity needs to make your travel arrangements. When you have checked your basic information, you can add your:

• mobile number
• passport number
• Agresso project number
• employee number (your 'PersonID' on Person Finder )
• seat preferences
• dietary requirements
• special needs
• loyalty points details
• other booking information
• if you need to book for other people, contact Simon Holt to update your profile

Clarity asks for a mobile number so they can contact you to provide assistance and change your bookings in the case of a major disruption.

• Price Match

There will be occasions where a traveller finds a price online for a trip that is cheaper than shows up on Clarity's system. This is most often due to the search criteria used, but some websites quote low fares which then increase when you get to the point of purchase. Clarity operate a Price Match Guarantee. If you find a better offer for the same travel arrangements within 30 minutes from accepting their quote, they will book and match the same flight/hotel they you have sourced.

Please email [email protected] quoting ‘price match’ in the subject line and any Clarity reference. Please include a screenshot to enable us to verify against their terms & conditions

• Exemptions to the Travel and expenses policy

Disability/accessibility

If you are unable to make your travel arrangements within the constraints of the Travel and Expenses Policy due to individuals needs associated with disability or accessibility, then proceed with your booking ensuring that your profile within Go2Book has the “preferences” page updated with the relevant information.

Any other reason

Exemptions for any other reason require written approval from your Dean or respective member of the University Executive Board prior to making any bookings.

The permission must be obtained by exchange of email with your Dean/member of University Executive Board and will include the following information -

• Reason for trip:
• Destination:
• Aspect of policy not complied with:
• Reason for exemption:
• Approximate difference in cost:
• Approximate difference in carbon:
• Is this exemption permanent / time-bound / one-off

A copy of the exemption approval email must be sent to [email protected] in order to ensure consistency of approach and effectiveness of the Policy

Online bookings will require you to confirm that you have the exemption agreed.

Where this exception will be ongoing, a permanent dispensation will be agreed and automatically applied so you will not have to go through this process every time you book.

As the University has the details of your trip recorded by Clarity, there is no need for us to separately log trips. Your trip will be automatically covered by the University's travel cover and assistance services provided by UMAL. Visit their Travel Hub for full details of help available.

You should download the Summary of Cover and take the details with you.

Should you need a personalised letter for a visa or similar, please email Simon Holt at [email protected]

• How your booking data may be used

The University of Bath is committed to tackling climate change, through cutting emissions and embedding climate action in how we do business, sector-leading research and high-quality teaching. These commitments are set out in the University’s Climate Action Framework Principles and we have an ambitious target to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2040 (across all scopes).

When making a booking using the University of Bath account, information regarding your trip including your name, travel dates, destination, and reasons for travel are logged but are only shared with a limited number of teams within the University. This information is only accessible to colleagues in Human Resources, the International Relations Office, Student Recruitment Teams, Development and Alumni Relations, Student Placements and Careers Teams. You may be contacted by one of these teams to request wider university support during your trip should there be the scope to do so. Support requested could range from meeting with a university partner, dropping in to visit a student on placement, making a visit to a school careers fair or supporting with an Alumni event.

It is intended that having this insight available will improve efficiency, facilitate more cross-departmental collaboration, save money, and enable the university to reduce its travel emissions, helping us to achieve our commitment to being Net Zero by 2040.

Where you are making a booking on behalf of someone else, please ensure that the person travelling is informed of the contents of this notice before the booking is completed (by copying and sending this information to them) and is aware that they may be contacted by one of the teams noted above for the reasons specified.

• Contact Procurement or Clarity

You can contact Clarity or Procurement for help with your booking.

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Welcome to Go2 Travel Insurance

We are now moving our business to a new insurance underwriter., we will not be selling any new policies or issuing new quotes during this time., we plan to launch with our new insurance underwriter in april 2024., got an existing travel insurance policy with us.

If you are an existing customer and already have a travel insurance policy with us, don't worry - you are still covered and your policy is valid until the expiry date.

For Emergency Medical Assistance while you are abroad, please contact Mayday Assistance on + 44 (0)1273 071784 and quote your policy number located on your policy schedule.

For existing claims queries please contact Reactive Claims on 01420 259 049 or email:  [email protected] . To submit a claim online visit  www.reactiveclaims.com .

For general queries please contact the Go2 Travel Customer Services Team by emailing: [email protected].

International students Clarity Travel online booking

Need to travel abroad for your studies introducing the clarity business travel booking service.

We are pleased to offer our students access to the University’s new travel provider, Clarity Business Travel.

Through Clarity’s Go2Book portal and booking team students can now arrange their own travel.

Why have we chosen Clarity as our travel partner?

• industry-leading offline and online travel service 24/7, 365 days a year
• great technology with everything you need in one place
• a Travel Alerts team that monitors anything that could affect your trip and minimise travel disruption
• a huge range of competitive flight prices, train fares, hotel rates, and other services
• student groups and event services and support
• visa and passport services
• emergency travel service support

How to register

To access this service please simply log on to this webform and complete some simple details:  Clarity new user account registration form

It will initially take 7 to 14 days for your profile to be set up, so please ensure this is done well in advance of requiring to book travel. However, if you urgently need to get set up, please email [email protected]  copying in the procurement travel email: [email protected]  

Once registered, contact information, help and training can be found on the Go2Book help pages .

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Introducing Clarity, UCL's new travel management service

31 August 2021

We are pleased to announce that we have partnered with Clarity to support the travel planning of staff and students with more flexibility and discounts.

Clarity are a global travel management company specialising in higher education. With over 60 years of experience in the industry, they pride themselves on their high levels of customer service, ensuring every itinerary is tailored to the traveller.

Clarity have provided UCL with a personal travel booking tool, which allows you to book flights, trains, Eurostar and taxis online. As a UCL student, booking through the Clarity portal gives you:

• Access to Academic Rates (discounted) as well as standard fares;
• Increased flexibility, including discounted or waived cancellation/change fees;
• Additional baggage allowance;
• All bookings will have 24/7 expert telephone support.

Bookings can be made through the online booking tool or offline via email or phone.

How to Book

1. Online Bookings

Online bookings can be made through Clarity’s Online Booking Tool . There is a £1 booking fee for online bookings and a £6 fee for amendments/cancellations.

To access the Clarity Booking Tool, you will need a UCL User ID and password to login using single sign on. Please note that if you are a new student, you will receive your UCL User ID once you have completed Pre-enrolment . You will only be able to access the Booking Tool 24 hours after completing Pre-enrolment.

Once you have arrived on the landing page, please select the personal travel option under the Book heading. This will take you through to Clarity’s Go2Book portal to search for and book travel using your personal credit or debit card.

The booking system is user friendly but you may want to refer to the System User Guide or the Video Tutorial .

If you experience any issues with the portal, please get in touch via email or phone +44 (0)333 230 9110 for assistance.

There is also a Clarity Go2Book App which can be downloaded from iTunes or Google play stores.

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Offline bookings can be made via email of telephone with the Clarity team:

• Get in touch via email ;
• Phone: +44 (0)333 230 9110.

The team is available Monday to Friday, 8.30am–6pm. Outside of these hours, your call will divert to Clarity’s out of hours service, Clarity TwentyFour.

There is a £3 booking fee for offline bookings and a £6 fee for amendments/cancellations and out of hours bookings.

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Please review the UCL Students Privacy Policy and Clarity Privacy Policy , which sets out how your data will be processed.

Please note that non personal data on your booking may be accessed by a limited number of UCL Professional Services staff for the purposes of reviewing usage and carbon data. Personal information that you provide to complete the booking e.g. passport details will not be visible to UCL.

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The trains and stations of the Moscow Metro

2 Comments · Posted by Alex Smirnov in Cities , Travel , Video

The Moscow Metro is the third most intensive subway system in the world after Tokyo and Seoul subways. The first line was opened on May 15, 1935. Since 1955, the metro has the name of V.I. Lenin.

The system consists of 12 lines with a total length of 305.7 km. Forty four stations are recognized cultural heritage. The largest passenger traffic is in rush hours from 8:00 to 9:00 and from 18:00 to 19:00.

Cellular communication is available on most of the stations of the Moscow Metro. In March 2012, a free Wi-Fi appeared in the Circle Line train. The Moscow Metro is open to passengers from 5:20 to 01:00. The average interval between trains is 2.5 minutes.

The fare is paid by using contactless tickets and contactless smart cards, the passes to the stations are controlled by automatic turnstiles. Ticket offices and ticket vending machines can be found in station vestibules.

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Tomás · August 27, 2012 at 11:34 pm

The Moscow metro stations are the best That I know, cars do not.

Alberto Calvo · September 25, 2016 at 8:57 pm

Great videos! Moscow Metro is just spectacular. I actually visited Moscow myself quite recently and wrote a post about my top 7 stations, please check it out and let me know what you think! :)

http://www.arwtravels.com/blog/moscow-metro-top-7-stations-you-cant-miss

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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations

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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.

Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.

Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.

The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.

Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2

Moscow subways are very clean

To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow.   Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.

The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:

1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station  is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.

2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.

Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station

Revolution Square Metro Station

3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.

Arbatskaya Metro Station

4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.

Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station

5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.

Kievskaya Metro Station

6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station  was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.

Novoslobodskaya metro station

7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.

Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station

8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.

Mayakovskaya station

One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station

9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.

10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.

Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .

Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.

Have you visited the Moscow Metro? Leave your comment below.

January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am

An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂

December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm

Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?

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The Moscow Metro Museum of Art: 10 Must-See Stations

There are few times one can claim having been on the subway all afternoon and loving it, but the Moscow Metro provides just that opportunity.  While many cities boast famous public transport systems—New York’s subway, London’s underground, San Salvador’s chicken buses—few warrant hours of exploration.  Moscow is different: Take one ride on the Metro, and you’ll find out that this network of railways can be so much more than point A to B drudgery.

The Metro began operating in 1935 with just thirteen stations, covering less than seven miles, but it has since grown into the world’s third busiest transit system ( Tokyo is first ), spanning about 200 miles and offering over 180 stops along the way.  The construction of the Metro began under Joseph Stalin’s command, and being one of the USSR’s most ambitious building projects, the iron-fisted leader instructed designers to create a place full of svet (radiance) and svetloe budushchee (a radiant future), a palace for the people and a tribute to the Mother nation.

Consequently, the Metro is among the most memorable attractions in Moscow.  The stations provide a unique collection of public art, comparable to anything the city’s galleries have to offer and providing a sense of the Soviet era, which is absent from the State National History Museum.  Even better, touring the Metro delivers palpable, experiential moments, which many of us don’t get standing in front of painting or a case of coins.

Though tours are available , discovering the Moscow Metro on your own provides a much more comprehensive, truer experience, something much less sterile than following a guide.  What better place is there to see the “real” Moscow than on mass transit: A few hours will expose you to characters and caricatures you’ll be hard-pressed to find dining near the Bolshoi Theater.  You become part of the attraction, hear it in the screech of the train, feel it as hurried commuters brush by: The Metro sucks you beneath the city and churns you into the mix.

With the recommendations of our born-and-bred Muscovite students, my wife Emma and I have just taken a self-guided tour of what some locals consider the top ten stations of the Moscow Metro. What most satisfied me about our Metro tour was the sense of adventure .  I loved following our route on the maps of the wagon walls as we circled the city, plotting out the course to the subsequent stops; having the weird sensation of being underground for nearly four hours; and discovering the next cavern of treasures, playing Indiana Jones for the afternoon, piecing together fragments of Russia’s mysterious history.  It’s the ultimate interactive museum.

Top Ten Stations (In order of appearance)

Kievskaya station.

Kievskaya Station went public in March of 1937, the rails between it and Park Kultury Station being the first to cross the Moscow River.  Kievskaya is full of mosaics depicting aristocratic scenes of Russian life, with great cameo appearances by Lenin, Trotsky, and Stalin.  Each work has a Cyrillic title/explanation etched in the marble beneath it; however, if your Russian is rusty, you can just appreciate seeing familiar revolutionary dates like 1905 ( the Russian Revolution ) and 1917 ( the October Revolution ).

Mayakovskaya Station

Mayakovskaya Station ranks in my top three most notable Metro stations. Mayakovskaya just feels right, done Art Deco but no sense of gaudiness or pretention.  The arches are adorned with rounded chrome piping and create feeling of being in a jukebox, but the roof’s expansive mosaics of the sky are the real showstopper.  Subjects cleverly range from looking up at a high jumper, workers atop a building, spires of Orthodox cathedrals, to nimble aircraft humming by, a fleet of prop planes spelling out CCCP in the bluest of skies.

Novoslobodskaya Station

Novoslobodskaya is the Metro’s unique stained glass station.  Each column has its own distinctive panels of colorful glass, most of them with a floral theme, some of them capturing the odd sailor, musician, artist, gardener, or stenographer in action.  The glass is framed in Art Deco metalwork, and there is the lovely aspect of discovering panels in the less frequented haunches of the hall (on the trackside, between the incoming staircases).  Novosblod is, I’ve been told, the favorite amongst out-of-town visitors.

Komsomolskaya Station

Komsomolskaya Station is one of palatial grandeur.  It seems both magnificent and obligatory, like the presidential palace of a colonial city.  The yellow ceiling has leafy, white concrete garland and a series of golden military mosaics accenting the tile mosaics of glorified Russian life.  Switching lines here, the hallway has an Alice-in-Wonderland feel, impossibly long with decorative tile walls, culminating in a very old station left in a remarkable state of disrepair, offering a really tangible glimpse behind the palace walls.

Dostoevskaya Station

Dostoevskaya is a tribute to the late, great hero of Russian literature .  The station at first glance seems bare and unimpressive, a stark marble platform without a whiff of reassembled chips of tile.  However, two columns have eerie stone inlay collages of scenes from Dostoevsky’s work, including The Idiot , The Brothers Karamazov , and Crime and Punishment.   Then, standing at the center of the platform, the marble creates a kaleidoscope of reflections.  At the entrance, there is a large, inlay portrait of the author.

Chkalovskaya Station

Chkalovskaya does space Art Deco style (yet again).  Chrome borders all.  Passageways with curvy overhangs create the illusion of walking through the belly of a chic, new-age spacecraft.  There are two (kos)mosaics, one at each end, with planetary subjects.  Transferring here brings you above ground, where some rather elaborate metalwork is on display.  By name similarity only, I’d expected Komsolskaya Station to deliver some kosmonaut décor; instead, it was Chkalovskaya that took us up to the space station.

Elektrozavodskaya Station

Elektrozavodskaya is full of marble reliefs of workers, men and women, laboring through the different stages of industry.  The superhuman figures are round with muscles, Hollywood fit, and seemingly undeterred by each Herculean task they respectively perform.  The station is chocked with brass, from hammer and sickle light fixtures to beautiful, angular framework up the innards of the columns.  The station’s art pieces are less clever or extravagant than others, but identifying the different stages of industry is entertaining.

Baumanskaya Statio

Baumanskaya Station is the only stop that wasn’t suggested by the students.  Pulling in, the network of statues was just too enticing: Out of half-circle depressions in the platform’s columns, the USSR’s proud and powerful labor force again flaunts its success.  Pilots, blacksmiths, politicians, and artists have all congregated, posing amongst more Art Deco framing.  At the far end, a massive Soviet flag dons the face of Lenin and banners for ’05, ’17, and ‘45.  Standing in front of the flag, you can play with the echoing roof.

Ploshchad Revolutsii Station

Novokuznetskaya Station

Novokuznetskaya Station finishes off this tour, more or less, where it started: beautiful mosaics.  This station recalls the skyward-facing pieces from Mayakovskaya (Station #2), only with a little larger pictures in a more cramped, very trafficked area.  Due to a line of street lamps in the center of the platform, it has the atmosphere of a bustling market.  The more inventive sky scenes include a man on a ladder, women picking fruit, and a tank-dozer being craned in.  The station’s also has a handsome black-and-white stone mural.

Here is a map and a brief description of our route:

Start at (1)Kievskaya on the “ring line” (look for the squares at the bottom of the platform signs to help you navigate—the ring line is #5, brown line) and go north to Belorusskaya, make a quick switch to the Dark Green/#2 line, and go south one stop to (2)Mayakovskaya.  Backtrack to the ring line—Brown/#5—and continue north, getting off at (3)Novosblodskaya and (4)Komsolskaya.  At Komsolskaya Station, transfer to the Red/#1 line, go south for two stops to Chistye Prudy, and get on the Light Green/#10 line going north.  Take a look at (5)Dostoevskaya Station on the northern segment of Light Green/#10 line then change directions and head south to (6)Chkalovskaya, which offers a transfer to the Dark Blue/#3 line, going west, away from the city center.  Have a look (7)Elektroskaya Station before backtracking into the center of Moscow, stopping off at (8)Baumskaya, getting off the Dark Blue/#3 line at (9)Ploschad Revolyutsii.  Change to the Dark Green/#2 line and go south one stop to see (10)Novokuznetskaya Station.

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Jonathon Engels, formerly a patron saint of misadventure, has been stumbling his way across cultural borders since 2005 and is currently volunteering in the mountains outside of Antigua, Guatemala.  For more of his work, visit his website and blog .

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Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 02 Mar 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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