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In Photos: Moscow's Splendid Summer of 2018

It won't be long before it's time to skate. Dustin Taylor / MT
Buskers on the streets will soon have to take it back to the garage. Dustin Taylor / MT
Zaryadye Park quickly made a name for itself, but its days of summertime viewing are numbered. Dustin Taylor / MT
T-shirt weather will soon be a thing of the past. Dustin Taylor / MT
Muscovites staying outside for as long as they can. Dustin Taylor / MT
Ice cream in the sun. Dustin Taylor / MT
Long walks in the park get shorter with the days. Dustin Taylor / MT
Sunshine in Moscow comes with plenty of smiles. Dustin Taylor / MT
Have you done all your sightseeing before it's time to head indoors? Dustin Taylor / MT
Fortunately, Moscow River boats run through the season. Dustin Taylor / MT

After a particularly long and sunny summer, the season is finally slipping away and giving way to autumn. As the temperature creeps down and the layers come on, here's a look back at some of the best moments of summer 2018. 

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