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Moscow Kremlin
Moscow Kremlin

Moscow Kremlin

CC BY-NC-SA Josh Simerman
The Moscow Kremlin is the complex of buildings travelers most often associate with the word "kremlin." But "kremlin" isn't the name of this iconic building alone. The word kremlin refers to an enclosed fortress and can contain palaces and religious structures.

The walls of the Moscow Kremlin still surround the important historical, administrative, and religious structures inside, and its towers serve as the walls' anchors. One of Moscow's must-see sights, the Kremlin offers an important look into Russia's past.

Red Square is located just outside the Kremlin's walls - not within. However, Red Square and the Kremlin have long been linked in the minds of locals and travelers, so be sure to visit both on your visit to Moscow.

Take the photo tour of the Moscow Kremlin.

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