Victory park

Victory park is a memorial complex dedicated to the victory of Russians over Nazi Germany. It is located in the historic area of Moscow known as Poklonnaya Hill.Poklonnaya Hill means "Bow hill". It's one of the highest spots in Moscow. In old times travelers approaching the capital from the west used to climb onto the hill. That spot gave a beautiful panoramic view and the people bowed to Moscow.

The hill attracted not only peaceful travellers. In 1812, it was the spot where Napoleon expected in vain the keys to the Kremlin to be brought to him by Russians. Many battles took place in this area in different times. This part of Moscow is connected to the country's military history. This is why after the end of the Second World War the Victory Park was laid out here.

The memorial complex on Poklonnaya Hill was completed in the mid-1990s. The inauguration ceremony took place on the 50th anniversary of Victory in the Second World War. The heroism of Soviet people in the war is reflected in the exposition of the Central Museum of the Great Patriotic War. The Museum, opened in 1995, is the central part of the Victory Complex. It comprises several expositions, including the War History Exposition, and a set of dioramas on the major battles of the war – from the defense of Moscow in winter 1941 to the fall of Berlin in spring 1945.

Victory park features an open-air Weaponry and Fortification Exposition. The Park boasts a complete collection of armored vehicles – from light tanks of the early war years to heavy models, which fought in Berlin in 1945.

The War is the tragedy of many peoples. That's why you can find here the Orthodox Church, the memorial Mosque and the Memorial Synagogue to memorize people of different religious beliefs who perished in the war against the Nazis.

Victory park is a solemn architectural ensemble with monuments, obelisks and fountains. Most impressive it looks at night when the water in the fountains is illuminated.

The visit to Victory Park is included in the city tour of Moscow. You can also ask your Moscow tour guide to show you the park at night time.