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Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin
Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin

Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin

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The Spasskaya Tower of the Kremlin has several interesting details. Built in 1491 by an Italian architect, it's gate serves as the Kremlin's "main entrance" from Red Square - this was once used for ceremonial processions.

Sources differ on when the Kremlin clock first appeared on the Spasskaya Tower, and it has been replaced many times over the course of the centuries. The clock you see today on the tower was installed in the middle of the 19th century.

The star on top of the Spasskaya Tower is its newest addition - the Soviets added it during the 20th century.

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