• The magnificent buildings and museums of Moscow display the history of Russia in perfect context. This school trip will provide the perfect opportunity for students to respond to historical events and ideologies by delving ever deeper into the history that has created contemporary Russian society.

    Subject Focus:
    • KS 4-5: Experience the Russian city at the centre of some of Europe's and the world's history.
    • KS 4-5: Understand the dynamics of Moscow and how this city's influence extends across the whole of the world.
    • KS 4-5: Reflect on the influence of the past on the present, as the streets, sites, and art of Moscow tell the story of this city and its people's struggles.

    Student Outcomes:
    • View the history of the people of Moscow first-hand.
    • Explore the importance of events in Moscow for Russia and the rest of the world.
    • Bring the sites students have read about to life.
    • Understand the role and function of propaganda, to aid students in their study of sources.
     

  • The Golden Ring

    School groups visiting Russia should consider day trips to the cities that surround the northeast of Moscow. These ancient towns are known as the Golden Ring and feature typical Russian architecture, picturesque scenes and plenty of religious symbolism. 

  • Red Square

    Separating the Kremlin from the medieval walls of Moscow's historic business district, Red Square is the city's busy centre and almost impossible to miss. Investigate the surrounding buildings which include Lenin's tomb.

  • The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

    Located on the bank of the Moskva River is the tallest Orthodox Church in the world. The flamboyant neoclassical architecture is full of symbolism.

  • St Basil's Cathedral

    This onion domed architectural delight dominates Red Square and people flock from all over the world to enjoy the iconic symbol of Moscow and Russia.

  • Gorky Park

    Gorky Park was opened in 1928 and is located at Krymsky Val. The park was created by the amalgamation of the extensive gardens of the old Golitsyn Hospital and the Neskuchny Palace and covers an area of 300 acres along the river.

  • The Kremlin

    Home of Tsars and Commissars alike, the Kremlin has been at the centre of Russian history since the 15th Century. Students can see where figures such as Lenin lived and appreciate the importance of decisions taken here for world history.

  • Lenin’s Tomb

    A remarkable opportunity to bring students face-to-face with one of the central characters in Russian history. This can be a stimulus for students to learn about the life of this figure from Russian history.

  • State Historical Museum

    Students can appreciate the range of historical experiences in Russia at this museum, with its collection beginning with the first settlers, running through Tsarism and Communism up to the present day.

  • Mosfilm

    Many of the films produced at this studio, most notably those by Sergei Eisenstein, were significant works in the history of film. A tour of the premises can give students an insight into what Eisenstein wanted to achieve with his films, and how he went about it.

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