A Day and Night Look at Moscow's Iconic Buildings, in Photos Moscow’s iconic buildings transform from detailed architectural wonders by day to illuminated spectacles by night. Here’s a look at a few of our favorites. Nov 26, 2018 - 03:08 pm The golden domes of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior stand out during the day as barges and other boats go by. Dustin Taylor / MT At night, the cathedral and bridge both light up with various hues of purple as boats donning their own sets of lights whisk by below. Dustin Taylor / MT During the day, the Kremlin looms large as the Grand Kremlin Palace extends along the river. Dustin Taylor / MT In the evening, the lights of boats and buildings reflect off the river. Dustin Taylor / MT The Soviet style of the White House blends in with much of the city during the day. Dustin Taylor / MT Later in the day, the lit-up White House dominates the darkness of the night sky. Dustin Taylor / MT The walkway to Red Square is often filled with both locals and tourists. Dustin Taylor / MT The area comes alive at night as shoppers, tourists and locals explore the square and its surroundings. Dustin Taylor / MT Nikolskaya Street presents high-end shops and fashion boutiques during the day. Dustin Taylor / MT At night, it introduces a dramatic walkway up to the Kremlin as it turns into a popular nightlife zone. Dustin Taylor / MT During the day, the Moscow State University is easy to spot from most points in central Moscow. Dustin Taylor / MT Even as fog covers its peak at night, bright lights keep the building prominent on the skyline as cars race by. Dustin Taylor / MT More image galleries In Photos: 250 Years of the Bolshoi Theatre One of the world’s most celebrated opera and ballet stages has surviving fire, revolution, world wars, the Soviet collapse and the rise of Vladimir Putin... 1 Min read In Photos: Russia's Muslim Community Marks Eid al-Fitr Muslims nationwide began celebrating Eid al-Fitr — the end of the holy month of Ramadan — on Thursday. 1 Min read In Photos: Russia Takes Home 8 Gold Medals at 2026 Winter Paralympics Russia finished third in the medal standings at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy after its athletes won eight gold medals, along with one silver and... 1 Min read In Photos: 4 Years In, Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Drags On From Ukrainians living through blackouts to cities on the front line, scenes from the full-scale war as it enters its fifth year. 1 Min read
A Day and Night Look at Moscow's Iconic Buildings, in Photos Moscow’s iconic buildings transform from detailed architectural wonders by day to illuminated spectacles by night. Here’s a look at a few of our favorites. Nov 26, 2018 - 03:08 pm The golden domes of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior stand out during the day as barges and other boats go by. Dustin Taylor / MT At night, the cathedral and bridge both light up with various hues of purple as boats donning their own sets of lights whisk by below. Dustin Taylor / MT During the day, the Kremlin looms large as the Grand Kremlin Palace extends along the river. Dustin Taylor / MT In the evening, the lights of boats and buildings reflect off the river. Dustin Taylor / MT The Soviet style of the White House blends in with much of the city during the day. Dustin Taylor / MT Later in the day, the lit-up White House dominates the darkness of the night sky. Dustin Taylor / MT The walkway to Red Square is often filled with both locals and tourists. Dustin Taylor / MT The area comes alive at night as shoppers, tourists and locals explore the square and its surroundings. Dustin Taylor / MT Nikolskaya Street presents high-end shops and fashion boutiques during the day. Dustin Taylor / MT At night, it introduces a dramatic walkway up to the Kremlin as it turns into a popular nightlife zone. Dustin Taylor / MT During the day, the Moscow State University is easy to spot from most points in central Moscow. Dustin Taylor / MT Even as fog covers its peak at night, bright lights keep the building prominent on the skyline as cars race by. Dustin Taylor / MT
