Moscow Is Ready to Celebrate the New Year
There's just one more day before the New Year — the main Russian holiday. The city is decorated with Christmas trees, lights, seasonal markets and even snow brought from other cities for the festivities.
Despite the lack of snow and unusually warm weather, Muscovites are ready to wish each other a Happy New Year, light sparklers and exchange presents, because Moscow's holiday look is unlikely to leave anyone without a festive mood.
Here are some photos of Russia's capital waiting for the New Year:
Despite the lack of snow and unusually warm weather, Muscovites are ready to wish each other a Happy New Year, light sparklers and exchange presents, because Moscow's holiday look is unlikely to leave anyone without a festive mood.
Here are some photos of Russia's capital waiting for the New Year:
Over 300 Christmas trees and 4,000 light and decorations are installed across Moscow.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
The city makes everyone feel like they are in a fairytale with its luminous tunnels and arches.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
It’s hard to find an undecorated corner in the city center.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
Red Square is probably the most festive place in Moscow with its carousels, fairs and plenty of lights.
Sofia Sandurskaya / Moskva News Agency
New Year decorations — the best scenery for a photo shoot.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
For fans of figure skating, there are many options in Moscow.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
At Christmas markets, you can buy many pretty little things from the symbols of the year to delicious gingerbread and hot drinks.
Sofia Sandurskaya / Moskva News Agency
Nevertheless, there is still one missing part of winter — the city covered in snow.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
There are also more unusual activities like the Winter Sculpture Festival.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
You can also look at Ded Moroz with scuba gear in an aquarium with sharks.
Sergei Vedyaskin / Moskva News Agency
Famous sights like the Cathedral of Christ the Savior are even more beautiful when they are decorated.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
Public transport is transformed for the New Year too.
Sergei Vedyaskin / Moskva News Agency
Traditional symbols of Christmas and New Year can be found throughout the city.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
