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Safari Par Excellence

Established as one of southern Africa’s leading adventure and safari outfits since 1990 SPA are lodge owners on the Zambezi River, adventure specialists in Victoria Falls and canoe safari operators on the Lower Zambezi River.

SPA run 2 lodges in the Victoria Fallas Vicinity – Thorntree River Lodge,The Zambezi Waterfront and the David Livingstonstone safari Lodge and Spa

The David Livingtone Safari Lodge and Spa

The award winning 5* David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa ideally mixes luxury and comfort on the banks of the Zambezi River, a stunning setting in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park with fantastic views of the spray from Victoria Falls. The Lodge has all modern comforts that a guest would need as well as many unique features to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Accommodation The Lodge has 77 rooms, all en-suite, of which 5 are executive suites, 4 rooms inter-lead and are ideal for families and 2 rooms accommodate the disabled comfortably. All rooms are equipped with modern facilities such as plasma satellite TV, safe, mini bar, tea & coffee facilities, air conditioning and all bathrooms have separate bath and shower. The rooms look out over the Mighty Zambezi and a leisurely sun downer can be enjoyed from your private balcony.

Spa The spa at the hotel has also won awards in its own right and is one of the best spas in all of Southern Africa. Offering a wide variety of therapeutic and beauty therapies and treatments, ranging from intensive sports therapies to mud wraps, facials and manicures.

Gym There is a gym for the guests use based at The Spa Restaurants The lodge is known for its fantastic cuisine and offers a few different eating options such as The pool deck, Gwembe Terrace and The Kalai Restaurant offering 5* quality dishes and fantastic. Drinks and signature cocktails are enjoyed at the Ujiji Bar.

The Lady Livingstone Based at the hotel is the luxurious river cruises called The Lady Livingstone, the perfect way to enjoy a sunset drink on the river. Cruises depart daily from the hotel and include delicious snacks and drinks as well as the opportunity to see a stunning African sunset from the river and the chance to see some wildlife such as hippos, crocs, elephants and many more. The Victoria Falls Conference Centre Also based at the hotel is the best conference facility available in Livingstone which was opened in August 2014. Perfect for any group function whether it be a conference, teambuilding events, banquets or weddings.

Thorntree River Lodge

Thorntree Lodge is almost always visited by guests on our safari circuits and in itself offers ideal opportunities for excursions into Mosi-O-Tunya National Park where white rhino, giraffe, impala, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and a wide variety of birds are commonly spotted.

Thorntree is also conveniently located for touring Victoria Falls and Livingstone plus participation in any of the adventure options available. The lodge is family friendly and caters for all ages.

Situated on the Zambian bank of the Zambezi River, within the renowned Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and just 15 kilometres upstream from the spectacular Victoria Falls. With 7 standard rooms and 2 suites, Thorntree River Lodge offers its guests a unique and personal African experience all year round. Each accommodation unit has its own en-suite facilities and all are beautifully appointed.

The Victoria falls Waterfront

SafPar’s convenient and affordable complex opposite Siloka Island just 4 km upstream from Victoria Falls. The Waterfront is the ideal base from which to explore Victoria Falls and participate in the many activities on offer. The Zambezi Waterfront offers a full range of accommodation options in cool and shady surroundings on the riverbank and includes:

A well serviced campsite downstream of the central complex.

Accommodation for up to 90 guests – ideal for backpackers, over lander’s and self-drive visitors.

A tented “Adventure Village” with accommodation for up to 30 guests in a large and spacious cluster of individual Bow Tents on raised platforms

Upstream is a group of fully serviced en-suite chalets including 3 Executive rooms, 4 Family rooms and 14 Standard Rooms.

The Waterfront has a central dining complex with open views up and down river – the spray from Victoria Falls is in constant view. A raised wooden deck stretches out over the river with a unique plunge pool. An open bar and restaurant area, reception, travel centre, merchandising shop and internet café completes the complex.

The Zambezi Waterfront is family-friendly and caters for all ages.

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SAFARI PAR EXCELLENCE. It’s more than just a great location.

Unforgettable adventures happen in Africa. This is an unavoidable consequence for a continent with such diversity of wildlife and vegetation, landscape, and culture. Africa foams with vibrance and sound, colour, and texture. It is a sensuous smorgasbord of activities and opportunity and when adventure beckons from every direction the weathered traveller and the newcomer alike, can find themselves paralysed and unable to decide which direction to go.

It explains how, in every great tale involving Africa, whether the hero is Alan Quartermaine or Tarzan, there is always a guide to lead them. To help navigate them to the right path to meet their destiny. Nowhere defines this better than the Zambezi. The Zambezi’s beauty comes from its age and its fierce nature, translated from the language of the Tonga to “Great River”, it has diligently carved Victoria Falls, one of the world’s great natural wonders.  Even in the river’s quieter areas, it humbles those who dare to challenge its waters, reminding us that these currents have no master. Only those brave enough to ride them.

Based in Livingstone, on the waters of the Zambezi about three kilometres (1.86 miles) from the Victoria Falls, Safari Par Excellence are intimately acquainted with the waters and the surrounding land. Considering that the river and the falls have attracted people and wildlife for centuries, it’s unsurprising that a company specialising in adventures would continually expand their horizons. Offering game drives, cultural tours, culinary experiences, river tours and white-water rafting, this team of passionate guides and tour creators have made it their business to know this slice of Africa.

After speaking with Cara Egan, sales, and marketing head for the company, it is apparent that what makes Safari Par Excellence unique is not entirely down to the enviable location, but mostly with the people in the team.

“Apart from the location, the team involved create a sense of uniqueness that has always made us stand out in the ever more populated safari market,” Cara explains, “They are efficient and dedicated which is great for business but furthermore they are a deeply committed, friendly family of people working together with a love for what we do. This translates directly into the customer experience.”

WHAT MAKES A GREAT SAFARI?

A good safari can be made from a good location. And there is no doubt that Livingstone offers a spectacular one filled not only with the life-giving waters of the Zambezi, but the wildlife that fringe its waters along the banks. However, a great safari comes from knowing how to find those unique once-in-a-lifetime chances to see or experience something special. This can only come from a passion and a willingness to be surprised and go with the flow.

“The only time safaris look alike is when they’re on paper,” Cara reveals, “So flexibility is important, and our guides are always on their toes and alert to any opportunities for something exciting. Which often finds them before they find it.”

The team currently includes over 150 people from office, lodge, and restaurant staff to guides and drivers and the attitude people bring to the job is as important as the work they do.  This has been the case since the company was founded in 1988 by Steve McCormick & Graham Nel who are both still involved.  Steve is a graduate from Wits university with a passion for adventure and wildlife and started leading canoeing safaris on the Lower Zambezi in 1988. Graham joined the Waterfront in 1999 and then as MD to oversee the accommodation operation as well as all activities provided by Safari Par Excellence in the mid 2000’s. Over the years they have continued to expand the business into new areas, widening the range of opportunities to open Africa to a wider selection of the international community.

Guests and visitors are in good hands, Cara assures us, pointing out that the staff training is coordinated and regularly updated. Every two years, the raft guides, who handle the white-water rafting, complete their International Rafting Federation Accreditation.  While all guides and Lodge Staff also update their First Aid training on the same timeframe. In the lodge and restaurant, the staff chefs and servers go through periodic refreshers on cooking and wine to make sure they are up to date with culinary trends.

VICTORIA FALLS WATERFRONT

Convenience and flexibility are high value attributes in tourism and Victoria Falls Waterfront, which is owned and operated by Safari Par Excellence, offers guests an ideal base from which to depart and return from the various activities around Livingstone. The lodge boasts two sparkling swimming pools (a ‘must have’ for anyone visiting the region), free Wi-Fi, sunset cruises, a vibrant river-side bar and restaurant, secure parking and is the launching point for many of the river experiences.

THE ELEPHANT CAFÉ

A signature experience at The Victoria Falls that never fails to excite, The Elephant Café Experience has three important-to-mention tiers that would make all travellers to Africa a little giddy. A jetboat, an elephant interaction and an all-inclusive dining experience.

AUTHENTICITY

Authenticity is important to the team and has been part of Safari Par Excellence since ‘88.  Over the years, the business has witnessed and navigated many changes and this commodity of being real has always been one of their guiding lights. Especially in today’s market where there have been noticeable changes in booking behaviours and expectations.

Cara says that these trends fall into two main categories for her. Booking culture and activities. Firstly, there are greater expectations from guests. Lodge guests expect and demand strong, reliable Wi-Fi, generous breakfasts and beds that are, as a base line standard, more comfortable than the ones they have at home. They also want it all sooner.

“A last-minute booking culture has become prevalent,” she reveals, “With many platforms supporting this, where travellers wait until the last possible minute to make bookings. It’s a sign of how fast technology is moving, and we must adapt to keep up. But this is Africa, we know how to adapt.”

As for the activities, there is a greater appreciation for immersion into a location and a dwindling interest in commercial experiences. Clients want to feel involved and engaged and are more interested in the sorts of places that locals visit where they can seek out local culture and flavour.

“Zambia likes to surprise you every year and we’ve been at this for three and a half decades,” Cara says, “Each year there is something else that happens that we weren’t expecting, so there are many opportunities for client engagement and immersion into all that makes this country wild.”

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Together with this ecologically friendly method of game viewing, a strong emphasis is placed on an elephant experience rather than just an elephant ride and guests are encouraged to interact with these majestic and intelligent African mammals, with morning and afternoon elephant-back safaris available.

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City Street Guides by f.d. walker: A Street Photography Guide to Moscow, Russia

*A series of guides on shooting Street Photography in cities around the world. Find the best spots to shoot, things to capture, street walks, street tips, safety concerns, and more for cities around the world. I have personally researched, explored and shot Street Photography in every city that I create a guide for. So you can be ready to capture the streets as soon as you step outside with your camera!

At over 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Russia and second largest in Europe by population ( Istanbul is #1). An urban, cosmopolitan metropolis with more than enough glitz and glam to cater to the elite, but without losing its fair share of Soviet era roughness around the edges. It can be fast paced, brash, busy, and trendy like other big cities, but it has its blend of West meets Russia atmosphere and beauty that provides plenty of unique interest. The Red Square is as famous as it gets, but there’s so much more to this city, including the most beautiful subway system you’ve ever seen. It would take years to capture all of Moscow, but that means you have an endless amount of areas to discover.

So here’s a Street Photography guide so you can be ready to capture all that Moscow has to offer before you even arrive!

• Patriarch’s Pond
• Old Arbat Street
• Maroseyka Street
• Tverskoy Boulevard

Top 5 Street Spots:

1. red square.

The Red Square is the most famous square in not just Russia, but all of Eastern Europe. The name actually doesn’t come from the color of the bricks or communism, but from the name in Russian, Krásnaya, once meaning “beautiful” before its meaning changed to “red.” This large plaza is what you see on the cover of guide books and magazines for Moscow, with St. Basil’s Cathedral being the center piece next to Lenin’s Mausoleum surrounded by the Kremlin Wall. Of course, the Red Square attracts hordes of tourist due to the main attractions, but all that activity around an interesting atmosphere does provide street photo opportunities. It’s also the central square connecting to the city’s major streets, providing a good starting point to explore outward.

You’ll also find the popular pedestrian only Nikolskaya Street connecting the Red Square to Lubyanka Square. This line of expensive shops includes plenty of activity, while also leading you to another popular square. Filled with history rivaling any city, the Red Square and surrounding areas are the heart and soul of Russia.

2. Patriarch’s Ponds

Patriarch’s Ponds is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Moscow. Despite the name being plural, there’s only one large pond, but it’s worth a visit with your camera. It’s a popular spot for locals and expats to come relax or take a stroll around the pond. You get an interesting mix of young and old too, from young love to “babushkas” feeding pigeons. It’s a very peaceful park atmosphere in one of the nicer areas within the city center, while bringing enough activity for street photography. 

The pond is shallow and in the winter becomes a popular spot for ice-skating too. The area is also well-known for the location in the famous Russian novel, The Master and Margarita. 

3. Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

Old Arbat is the most famous pedestrian street in Moscow, and dating back to the 15th century, also one of its oldest. Originally, it was an area of trade, but soon became the most prestigious residential area in Moscow. During the 18th century, Arbat started attracting the city’s scholars and artists, including Alexander Pushkin. Cafes lined the streets and impressive homes filled the neighborhood. Since then, New Arbat street was created as a highway in the area, while Old Arbat was paved for a 1km pedestrian only walkway.

Due to the historic buildings, famous artists that lived here, and the bohemian atmosphere, Old Arbat has become a big attraction for tourists today. Now, there’s a mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers, street merchants and other attractions for visitors, and some locals, to come enjoy. It can get really busy here and there’s usually something interesting going on so it’s a good street to come walk with your camera for guaranteed life.

4. Gorky Park

One of the most famous places in Moscow is Gorky Park. The official name is Maxim Gorky’s Central Park of Culture & Leisure, which gives you an idea of what goes on here. When built, it was the first of its kind in the Soviet Union. Divided into two parts, it stretches along Moscow River. One end contains fair rides, foods stands, tennis courts, a sports club, a lake for boat rides, and more. This end brings more active life due to its number of attractions, while the other end is more relaxed, where you’ll find gardens, trees, older buildings, and an outdoor amphitheater.

Gorky Park attracts mostly locals so it’s a good spot to capture the non-tourist side of Moscow life. Muscovites come here to escape the city and unwind in a picturesque setting. The park remains alive outside of the warmer months too, especially when the lake turns into the city’s largest outdoor skating rink. I’d recommend taking the metro out here to spend at least half a day exploring the massive park’s life with your camera.

5. Maroseyka Street

Maroseyka Street is a popular area not too far from the Red Square. The long, winding street turns into Pokrovka and is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and places to stay. It’s actually where I like to stay when I’m in Moscow due to its location and solid street photography opportunities itself. You have Kitay-gorod station near and if you keep walking southwest, you’ll get to the Red Square. But if you walk northwest, as it changes to Pokrovka, you can find a long street of activity for photography with its own interesting atmosphere.

6. Tverskoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard is the oldest and longest boulevard in Moscow, beginning at the end of Nikitsky Boulevard, and finishing at Pushkin Square, a spot to come for activity itself. The boulevard is made up of two avenues, with pedestrian walkways in-between. You’ll find grass, shrubbery, trees, benches and more walking it’s almost kilometer length. Many people come here to enjoy some relaxation, walk their dog, or just to use it to walk wherever they’re going. Its center location also provides a nice place to walk with your camera near plenty of other spots you’ll want to check out anyway.

Sample Street Walk:

For a full day of Street Photography, covering some of the best spots, you can follow this sample street walk for Moscow:

• Start your morning walking around the Red Square (1), while exploring the surrounding area, including Nikolskaya Street
• Then walk northwest to Patriarch’s Ponds (2) and slowly walk the pond and surrounding area with your camera
• Next, walk east to the Pushkin Monument and stroll down Tverskoy Boulevard (6)
• Once Tverskoy Boulevard (6) ends, it will turn into Nikitsky Boulevard. Follow this down until you get to the start of Old Arbat Street (3), across from Arbatskaya station
• After you’re done walking down Old Arbat Street (3) for more street photography, spend some time checking out Moscow’s beautiful metro stations
• To finish off the day with more street photography, get off the metro near Red Square (1) again, Maroseyka Street (5) or wherever you’re staying for the night.

3 Things I’ll Remember about Shooting in Moscow:

1. museum metro.

The Moscow metro system was the first underground railway system in the Soviet Union and today includes 203 stations across 340km of routes. The elaborate system has some of the deepest stations in the world too, with escalators that seem to go on forever. None of this is what makes it so special, though. Many of its stations feel like stepping inside a museum, making it without a doubt the most interesting and beautiful metro system I’ve been in.

When built, Stalin wanted to make the metro stations “palaces for the people” with marble, chandeliers, and grand architecture. The best part is the variety of architecture and styles used, making many of the stations a completely different experience visually. You could easily spend a whole day traveling the stations and there are even tours available for people who wish to do just that. My advice, though, would be just to buy a ticket and hop on and off at different stations, while exploring different lines. The museum-like surrounding mixed with the crowds of characters can make for a great photography experience.

Since there are so many stations, here are some of my favorites to check out:

• Novoslobodskaya
• Mayakovskaya
• Elektrozavodskaya
• Komsomolskaya
• Ploschad Revolyutsii
• Dostoyevskaya
• Prospekt Mira

2. Moscow is Big

It’s no secret that Moscow is a big city, but it can feel even bigger with how spread out much of it is. This is especially true if you compare it to cities outside of Asia. If I compared it to cities in Europe, I’d probably say only Istanbul would warrant more time to really discover the depths of this city. Most only explore around the Red Square and surrounding area, but that is such a small part of the city. Although, that central area does give you plenty to see on its own.

Fortunately, I had a good friend living in the city to show me around, but it opened up my eyes even more to how much there is to discover in Moscow. It’s a big city with a variety of atmosphere that can take you from “east” to “west” and trendy to rugged depending on where you go. I’d imagine you’d have to live here a while to really know the city.

3. Cosmopolitan Mix of East meets West

Modern skyscrapers mixed with amazing architecture, a world-class metro system with museum-like beauty, trendy fashion and chic clubs, Moscow is a rich mix of Russian culture and history in a more western cosmopolitan package. There is a push to keep the Russian culture, while also pushing forward with a modern metropolis the whole world will envy. This comes with an impressive skyline, that continues to grow, and endless modernities, but with soviet nostalgia and atmosphere mixed in for good measure.

Mixed in with this grand western cosmopolitan atmosphere, is a strong national pride in Russia. This includes their famous leader, Vladimir Putin. Maybe no other place will you see a country’s leader more often. All over, from the pricey tourist shops to the underground walkway stalls, you’ll find goods with Putin’s likeness covering them. From t-shirts to magnets to Matryoshka dolls. There’s a strong national pride that can be seen around the city, which also extends to their leader. Moscow is many things. It’s East meets West, modernizations meets Soviet era, and a whole lot more.

What To Do For a Street Photography Break?:

Eat at a stolovaya.

Stolovayas are Russian cafeterias that became popular in the Soviet days. You grab a tray and walk down the line of freshly prepared local dishes, and select whatever you want from the chefs. They’re usually inexpensive and a much better value than restaurants, while giving you the opportunity to try from a wide selection of everyday Russian food. They’re also very tasty. I always include some borsch on my tray and go from there. The places themselves are all over Moscow and usually come with Soviet-era aesthetics to complete the experience.

Street Safety Score: 7

*As always, no place is completely safe! So when I talk about safety, I’m speaking in general comparison to other places. Always take precaution, be smart, observe your surroundings and trust your instincts anywhere you go!

Being the 2nd largest city in Europe with over 12 million people, you’re going to have your dangerous areas, but for the most part, it feels safe walking around. Russia is statistically higher in crime compared to most of Europe, but this generally doesn’t apply to tourists and visitors. Around the Red Square and surrounding city center, you should feel completely safe walking around. Pick pocketing can happen, but no more than other touristic places. I always explore Moscow freely without coming across too much to worry about. It’s a spread out city, though, so of course it matters where you are. Just use basic street smarts, know where you are and Moscow shouldn’t give you a problem. 

People’s Reaction Score: 7

Moscow is fast paced, big city life, which usually means people aren’t too concerned with you, or your camera. I don’t find people notice or pay much attention to me when I’m out taking photos in Moscow. For the most part, people just go about their day. You shouldn’t get too many looks or concern. But it can depend on the area you are in. The more you stick out, the more you might get noticed with suspicions. I’ve never had any problems in Moscow, or Russia, but just be careful who you’re taking a photo of if you get out of the city center. Other than that, it’s about average for reactions. 

Street Tips:

Learn the alphabet .

Much of Moscow, including the metro system, doesn’t use english. The Russian alphabet uses letters from the Cyrillic script, which if you aren’t familiar with it and don’t know the sounds, can be hard to decipher the words. This is most important for street names and metro stops when trying to get around. It can save confusion and make it easier getting around if you learn the basic alphabet. At the very least then, you can sound out the words to see which are similar in the english conversion, which can help matching them to maps. When out shooting street photography, getting around is as important as anything. So save yourself some time and frustration by learning the Russian Alphabet.

Use the metro

While Saint-Petersburg feels very walkable for a city its size, Moscow can feel very spread out, even for its bigger size. Outside of the Red Square area, you can have plenty of walking before getting anywhere very interesting, so you’ll need to take the metro a lot if you really want to explore the city. Maps are deceiving here too, it will always be further than it looks.

Another reason it’s less walkable than Saint-Petersburg is its completely different set-up. Moscow’s streets are mostly contstructed in rings with narrow, winding streets in-between. This is common with medieval city cities that used to be confined by walls, but you usually don’t have it in a city this massive. Saint-Petersburg has a more grid-like pattern that also uses the canals to help you know your way around. When it comes to navigating on foot in Moscow, it can be more difficult, so bring a map and take the metro when needed. It’s why Moscow’s metro carries more passengers per day than the London and Paris subways combined.

Explore other areas if you have time

Moscow is really big. While most people stay around the Red Square within the Boulevard Ring, there’s so much more to the city. I covered some other spots outside of this circle, but if you really want to see the city, you’ll need time. If you do have time, some other areas I’d check out first are Zamoskvarechye, along some of the south and western Moscow.

Inspiration:

For some more inspiration, you can look through the Street Photography of Moscow photographer Artem Zhitenev  and check out 33 of my photos taken in Moscow .

Conclusion:

Moscow’s name brings a certain mystique, but once you’re there it might bring a different atmosphere than you expect. It’s big and sprawling, but beautiful in many ways. It can feel like a European capital on a grand scale, but you can definitely find its Russian side in there.

The urban sprawl of Moscow can be intimidating, but give it enough time and you’ll be rewarded with plenty to discover. All with the world’s best metro system to take you around.

I hope this guide can help you start to experience some of what Moscow contains. So grab your camera and capture all that Moscow has to offer for Street Photography!

If you still have any questions about shooting in Moscow, feel free to comment below or email me!

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White Russian - 7 days

• Discover Moscow's UNESCO-listed Red Square, home to spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum and the historic GUM Department store
• Explore the grounds of Moscow's mighty Kremlin, with its numerous governmentbuildings, gold-domed cathedrals and the giant tsar bell
• Celebrate New Year's Eve in Moscow!
• Take in the highlights of St Petersburg including a guided tour of the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the remarkable Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace

Vodka Shot - 6 days

• Explore the beautiful city of St Petersburg, including the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Nevsky Prospekt
• Marvel at the dazzling array of art and exhibits in the world-famous Hermitage Museum, at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg
• Discover a lavish residence of the tsars on a day trip to Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo (winter: mid-October to April) or Peterhof Palace and gardens (summer: May to mid-October)
• Take in the highlights of the capital on a walking tour, visiting Moscow's famous Red Square, home to the historic GUM Department Store, Lenin’s Mausoleum and spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin, Russia’s political power house. Stroll around the grounds of this fortified complex, visit the Kremlin's cathedrals and see the mighty Tsar Bell

Route of the Romanovs - 10 days

• Learn about the last days of the Romanovs in Yekaterinburg, visiting the sites where Tsar Nicolas II and his family were assassinated and buried
• Straddle two continents at the famous obelisk Europe/Asia border marker in Yekaterinburg
• Experience the Trans-Siberian railway on an overnight train journey from Moscow to Yekaterinburg

New Year's in Moscow - 9 days

• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo on Christmas Day and marvel at the incredible Amber Room
• Spend a night in Novgorod, an ancient city by the Volkhov River - explore the kremlin, cathedral and other sights and enjoy a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

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• Visit historic Novgorod, an ancient city which straddles the Volkhov River. Explore the attractive riverside kremlin and experience a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

The Snowball - 6 days

• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo and marvel at the incredible Amber Room

Mood for Moscow - 4 days

• Head underground to visit a Stalinist-era Soviet Bunker on an optional excursion
• Stroll to the vibrant Izmailovo Market, which lies behind the walls of an ancient Kremlin, and shop for an array of souvenirs

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Good hotels, some better than others. Interesting itinerary

Too rushed. Optional tour rather too short

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A Guide to the Most Beautiful Green Spaces in Moscow

Home to more parks than any other city in Russia , Moscow offers a cornucopia of choice when it comes to green spaces. From innovative wild urbanism to 18th-century royal estates, here are the best places to escape from the city buzz in Russia’s capital.

Spread over a territory of almost 300 acres, Gorky Park is Moscow’s most popular green space. Opened in 1928, it was designed as ‘a city inside a city’ with its own telegraph, police unit and a doctor’s office. Some 90 years later, Gorky Park offers everything from segway rides to an open-air movie theatre, through to illuminating lectures and fantastic dining spots.

9 Krimsky Val, Moscow, Russia , +7 495 995 00 20

As the name implies, Muzeon is perfect for art lovers. The park plays host to art fairs, exhibitions, music festivals and video performances. But even if you don’t care for art, Muzeon has a lot to offer: from an elegant boardwalk to hip coffee shops to an in-ground fountain, where you can actually cool off in summer.

2 Krimsky Val, Moscow, Russia , +7 985 382 27 32

Hermitage Garden

Opened in 1894, the Hermitage garden is a lovely compact park, nestled between high rise buildings in Moscow center. Home to theaters New Opera, Hermitage and Sphera, the garden is predictably crowded, with theatre-goers along with office workers from the business centres in Tverskaya – all flock here for a green respite.

3 Karetnyy Ryad, Moscow, Russia , +7 495 699 04 32

Sokolniki Park

An open-air cinema, a rope course, amusement park, bike rentals and more – Sokolniki is 1,275 acres of fun. In winter the whole park turns into one of Moscow’s most famous skating rinks. Sokolniki gradually blends into Losiny Ostrov National Park – the world’s third largest forest in a city.

1 Sokol’nicheskiy Val, bld. 1, Moscow, Russia , +7 499 393 92 22

Izmailovsky Park

Moscow’s biggest park, Izmailovsky stretches for almost 3,800 acres. Particularly favored by hikers and cyclists, the forest-like park is a popular family spot, equipped with a ferris wheel, outdoor gyms and all kinds of places to eat.

7 Alleya Bol’shogo Kruga, Moscow, Russia , +7 499 166 61 19

Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

Tsaritsyno estate is a perfectly reconstructed specimen of 18th century architecture set amid a lush green forested area. The only park in Moscow that boasts a light and music fountain, Tsaritsyno draws crowds with spectacular night water shows.

1 Dol’skaya Ulitsa, Moscow, Russia , +7 499 725 72 87

Severnoye Tushino Park

Despite a rather remote location, this park is definitely worth a visit. A half-a-century old apple garden, serene views on Khimkinskoye reservoir and a dry-docked submarine housing a Museum of Submarine Navy will definitely make up for the ride from the city centre.

Ulitsa Svobody, Moscow, Russia , +7 495 640 73 55

Kolomenskoye

Kolomenskoye Park is not merely a tranquil green space, but a celebrated museum reserve, where nature and historically significant architecture blend together. Here you can see one of Moscow’s oldest churches Church of the Ascension and a former residence of the Tsar Aleksey Mikhailovich Romanov, the father of Peter the Great. It’s also perfect for romantic walks along the Moskva river.

39 Andropova Ave, Moscow, Russia , +7 499 782 89 17

In this park you’re guaranteed to encounter some ducks, woodpeckers, squirrels, hares and urban wildlife. The park is also famous for its beautiful boardwalk, open-air cinema, ropes course Panda Park, gallery of retro cars and a variety of places to eat.

22/1 Ulitsa Bol’shaya Filevskaya, Moscow, Russia , +7 499 145 45 05

The former estate of the Sheremetev family, Kuskovo is a fascinating piece of 18th-century Russia. Home to 20 unique architectural monuments, it is Moscow’s only historical park with a French formal garden, decorated with green walkways, marble statue and state-of-the art pavilions.

44/2 3-Ya Muzeynaya Ulitsa, Moscow, Russia

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