A historic monastic ensemble southwest of central Moscow, enclosed by walls and towers and set beside the quiet Novodevichy Ponds. The site is valued not only for its church architecture but also for the rare feeling of stepping into a distinct historical environment within a huge modern city.
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Give the area an unhurried visit: after the convent, walk around Novodevichy Ponds and view the ensemble from the opposite bank. It is better enjoyed as a calm destination rather than squeezed between distant stops.
1 Novodevichy Proezd. Sportivnaya is the most convenient metro station; Luzhniki on the MCC is another option.
A few more Moscow attractions with a similar kind of visit.
A monumental Orthodox cathedral on the Moskva River, visible from many parts of the historic centre. Its scale, bright façade and position beside Patriarch Bridge make it simultaneously a religious landmark, a major architectural feature and an important part of the riverfront cityscape.
District: Khamovniki
Luzhniki is not only Moscow’s largest stadium but also a major landscaped riverside area with walking routes, sports facilities and views towards Sparrow Hills. Even without a match or concert, the district is worth visiting as a large-scale example of Moscow’s sporting infrastructure.
District: Khamovniki
A landscaped walking area along the western Kremlin wall, connecting Manezhnaya Square, the Kremlin entrances and Borovitskaya Square. Memorials and close views of the Kremlin sit beside tree-lined paths, flowerbeds and places for a short rest.
District: Tverskoy