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🏰Krutitsy Metochion — A Moscow That No Longer Exists In the very heart of the metropolis, in the Tagansky District, lies a hidden gem — the Krutitsy Patriarchal Metochion. It feels frozen in time, preserving the appearance of Moscow from the 13th–18th centuries. Cobblestone paths, red-brick churches, silence, and a special, almost monastic atmosphere. This is one of the finest monuments of ecclesiastical architecture in Russia. The harmony and beauty of the old forms are so unique that the site is often used as a set for historical films. If you want not just to stroll around but to truly understand the history of this place — take a walking tour. You’ll learn how Krutitsy survived the Tatar-Mongol yoke, the Time of Troubles, and the War of 1812, who saved the compound from destruction in the 20th century, and why there are casemates here. Be sure to visit the Teremok with its vibrant tiles, the museum exhibition, and the Prikaz Chambers. And don’t miss the Romanov burial vault. This is a side of Moscow rarely shown — and it’s absolutely worth it. 📷By Evgenia Sapegina 📍Location on the map #Moscow 🏙️Beyond Moscow🏔️