Travel Russia Today

The Moscow Metro is the second most used metro system in the world. It is also famous for its incomparable beauty. A couple of weeks ago a friend of mine asked me: “I was impressed by the metro in Paris and Madrid – so grand! But I hear that Moscow’s is the prettiest. Is it true?”

Well, if you are asking my opinion: Yes, it is. The Moscow Metro is absolutely magnificent. Each station is incredibly unique- many of them with outstanding ornate design. And there is a little bit for every taste: From sculptures, mosaics or frescoes to super modern stations. It’s absolutely fascinating!

Another interesting aspect about taking the Moscow Metro is seeing how the Russians are so nonchalant about all that beauty surrounding them! Maybe the biggest metropolitan city in Europe is too busy to take a second look.

And exactly for that reason you should be careful while in the Metro. The Russians show no mercy when they are in a hurry! When I was there in November, I felt like the people in our group could have easily got lost from one another if we were not paying attention. It is very important to be determined and move quickly through the crowd. And once you are inside the actual station, wait until the interval between trains and you will have a little bit of time to admire the beauty, take a look around, and get good pictures… Until then the next train comes.