The architectural appearance of the capital is changing with breakneck speed. The Moscow City complex appeared on the panorama of the city not so long ago, but has already become one of the most popular places. This business and entertainment quarter is a real gem, the personification of the fast-moving life of the metropolis. According to reviews of Moscow-City, it combines business and leisure, comfort and luxury, comfort and modern infrastructure.
Capital complex
The complex has been under construction for about twenty years. At the design stage, such an architectural solution caused a lot of controversy. Many Muscovites believed that such high-tech buildings would look inappropriate in the historical part of the city. But the decision to build was nevertheless made, and today, according to reviews of Moscow City employees, it is not only the largest business center, but also a popular attraction of the capital.
The construction of 23 buildings is planned, which should be completed by 2022. Now 16 objects have been built. Geographically, the complex is located on Presnenskaya embankment (the nearest metro stations are Vystavochnaya, Business Center, Mezhdunarodnaya) and covers an area of ​​more than 60 hectares.
"Moscow City" is a zone of high business activity, combining business structures, housing complexes, retail halls, restaurants and cafes, exhibition halls, leisure centers and much more.
Moscow City Towers
The complex includes various buildings and structures, but due to their architectural features, most are called "Towers".
"Evolution". This is a 54-storey multifunctional center, the appearance of which causes involuntary associations with the DNA molecule. Tony Kettle (architect) claims that when designing, he was inspired by Auguste Rodin's "Kiss" sculpture. The facades are made by special technology and in sunny weather become like a plasma screen, reflecting the clouds and the sky. Here are located office and retail premises, restaurants.
Tower 2000. This is the earliest construction of the complex, which, unlike the others, is located on the right bank of the Moscow River and has a futuristic design. The facade of the building is finished with structured granite, which gives the tower a heavenly hue. It connects to the rest of the center via the Bagration pedestrian bridge.
“OKO” (“United by the crystal of the base”). Includes the South (352 meters) and North (245 meters) towers. Here is one of the viewing "Moscow City". Visitor reviews often relate to other attractions: the highest ice rink and restaurant in Europe.
"City of capitals." It unites two buildings symbolizing the former and current Russian capitals. The 70-story Moscow Tower several years ago received the title of one of the most aesthetic skyscrapers in the world. Tower "St. Petersburg" in height by only 7 floors inferior to its neighbor.
Mercury City It features a special golden-orange color of the facades and an unusual shape. The silhouette of the tower resembles a spaceship. One of the highest European skyscrapers, characterized by increased reliability.
North tower. The outlines of this building are extremely similar to a huge cruise ship. It has the highest atrium in Europe, crowned with a glass dome. On the outside, the building is finished with natural granite and stained glass.
"Central core"
According to reviews of Moscow-City, this is one of the most complex buildings in the complex. Includes aboveground and underground parts.
In the underground are: three metro stations; parking lot for almost three thousand places; Technical buildings; large shopping complex and lobby with pedestrian areas.
The ground part includes three main areas (shopping and entertainment complex, hotel, cinema and concert hall). Shopping and entertainment complex is located in the central part. These are 5 floors, the modular zones of which are decorated in the style of the main seasons. Here are: an exhibition hall, shopping pavilions, an amusement park, ice rink, food courts, galleries and much more. The building is crowned with a glass dome.
The hotel is at the final stage of construction. It is planned to place apartments, terraces, conservatories and restaurants on its territory.
The Concert Hall is designed for large-scale events, mass celebrations, forums, gala concerts. The capacity of the hall is about 6 thousand people.
Business center
The complex on Presnenskaya embankment was originally planned as the center of business life and the location of large business structures. If you believe the reviews of the employees of Moscow City, skyscraper towers are an ideal place for business activity of the business elite. Sophisticated engineering solutions and communications, convenient infrastructure, reliable security and safety systems create all the necessary conditions for successful work.
A significant part of the premises of the complex is given over to the offices of various companies. Reviews about working in Moscow City are the most positive. This place is chosen by successful large and medium-sized companies. The complex includes the following business centers: OKO (office and business complex), Tower on the Embankment, Imperiya (business complex), IQ quarter, Eurasia Tower, North Tower, City of Capitals complex, Evolution ".
Significant areas in the skyscrapers of the complex are occupied by 5 giant corporations:
- IBM (Tower on the Embankment);
- Norilsk Nickel (tower Mercury);
- Uralchem ​​(Empire Tower);
- VTB Banking Group (Federation and Eurasia towers);
- Moscow Government (OKO Center).
Apartments
An incredible view from the panoramic window, when a night megalopolis spreads underfoot. This is not a shot from the film. A lot of reviews about Moscow City concern residential apartments of the complex.
Here you can rent or purchase housing for every taste: from cozy studios with an improved layout to luxurious duplex apartments and penthouses. The premises are presented both with initial decoration and open floor plan, as well as with full designer renovation and furniture.
Residential real estate in Moscow-City is in stable demand, despite a rather high level of value. Among the advantages of local apartments:
- the most modern communications (autonomous power plants, water treatment, air conditioning);
- high-quality finishing and building materials;
- security;
- transport accessibility and parking;
- necessary infrastructure (dry cleaning services, laundries, cafes, salons, gyms);
- beautiful views and prestige of the area of ​​residence.
Penthouses on the upper floors of the buildings meet the highest requirements. In rooms with a design interior, soundproofing, alarm systems and video surveillance are provided.
Observation deck "Moscow City": reviews
Perhaps one of the most famous and, at the same time, the tallest building in the complex is the Federation Tower. It consists of two structures of different heights: the Vostok tower (97 floors) and the Zapad tower (63 floors). For three years, until 2017, the first of them was considered the tallest building in Europe. The structure used steel structures of high strength, giving it special stability. At the base of the building is a huge concrete slab (listed in the Book of Records by the amount of material consumed). The glass of the building allows you to reflect the sun's rays, while maintaining a comfortable temperature inside.
The tower has an anti-cinema (hall for 10 people with a view of Moscow). And on the 60th floor of the West tower, the Sky fitness club and the highest swimming pool in Europe (with waterfalls, a hydromassage and a relaxation zone) are located. The pool has an “artificial sun" that creates the atmosphere of a real beach.
Speaking about the complex, it is impossible to leave aside reviews on the observation deck of the Federation Tower in Moscow City. Its creation was completed in the spring of 2018. The City Panorama 360 platform is located on the 89th floor (about 360 meters) and includes 9 interactive zones. The construction meets the highest quality and safety parameters. Open to visitors from 10am to 12am.
A number of reviews about the Moscow-City lookout concern the Chistaya Liniya ice cream factory that operates here.
Curious facts
Do you know that the Moscow City Center has already acquired its own urban legends? True, most of them are absolutely reliable facts.
If you believe the reviews about the 360 ​​Panorama Moscow-City, the Federation Tower will be able to withstand a direct collision with an airplane. The builders of the building confirm this fact, since the facade is made of heavy-duty armored glass. Inside the double-glazed windows is not a vacuum, but an inert gas. The glass has a greenish tint and is slightly rounded so that the tower retains its shape. On the 62nd floor is the Sixty Restaurant, which has several cracked glasses. Rumor has it that this happened during a press conference when chairs and fixtures were thrown through the windows. But this is not so. Glass was originally mounted in this way.
Moscow City has long attracted the attention of film producers. Images from various locations of the center can be seen in the films "Duhless", "Love-Carrot", the show "Our Russia".
As for the records, among other things, here are located: the highest internal fountain in Europe (36 meters), the highest pool (at an altitude of 250 meters), the highest mounted electronic clock (on the Federation Tower).
Tours "Moscow City": reviews
Acquaintance with the quarter of skyscrapers today has become almost an obligatory part of the program of visiting the Russian capital. This can be done both independently and by participating in special excursion programs.
You can begin acquaintance with the complex during a walking tour with a mandatory climb to the observation deck of the Federation. The route includes visits to the Vystavochnaya metro station, the Bagration trade and pedestrian bridge, Afimall City, and the Federation complex. Guides will demonstrate the initial layout of Moscow City, tell about the features of buildings and the most interesting events held on the territory of the complex. The tour is designed for groups of 20 people, duration - 2 hours.
A significant part of the reviews about “Moscow City” refers to excursions directly to the observation deck. Those who wish can get to the site of the OKO complex, located on the 87th floor, or Panorama360, opened last year in the Federation Tower. In the second case, during the tour it will be possible not only to admire the views of the capital, take a photo and find out the history of the complex, but also watch a projection show, as well as try several types of ice cream. On weekdays, excursions are held every hour, from 11:00 to 22:00.
Cafes and restaurants
In any conversation about the complex sooner or later there are reviews about Moscow City restaurants. And they really deserve special attention. An incredible variety of establishments, starting with an assortment of dishes and ending with original interior designs. It can be either a network cafe on the food court of the shopping center, or a restaurant with Michelin stars.
If we are talking about a restaurant courtyard in a shopping and entertainment center, then in addition to the traditional meeting fast-food cafes, there are also quite original establishments. For example, a kosher restaurant or a cafe with Turkish cuisine.
On the 62nd floor of the West Tower is one of the most famous restaurants - Sixtie. In addition to good cuisine, its main feature is an incredible panoramic view of the capital. Every hour during the warmer months, windowpanes rise in the restaurant and opera music sounds. Political meetings are often held here and major deals are made. After the adoption of the Declaration on Economic Integration, A. Medvedev, N. Nazarbayev and G. Lukashenko dined here.
Make the most romantic date at Moscow City? Reviews on the Panorama360 restaurant will help to make it impeccable. A varied menu and an unusual atmosphere at an altitude of more than 300 meters. Tables for such events are decorated with candles and rose petals, live music is played for lovers and a professional photo session is organized.
Comfortable rest: hotels, hostels
Moscow City creates all conditions for business and leisure. At the disposal of guests and visitors are comfortable and hospitable hotel complexes of various levels.
The five-star Crowe Plaza Hotel is able to satisfy even the most demanding guests. Stylish modern interiors, perfect cleanliness, polite and friendly staff speaking three foreign languages, and a long list of additional services. The hotel has more than 700 rooms of different levels. The institution was awarded the title of "Leading Conference Hotel", it has everything you need for large-scale events (conferences or exhibitions) of a high level. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s many bars and restaurants, get acquainted with the author’s cuisine, taste the best wines, visit the fitness room, Finnish sauna, and spa.
A lot of positive reviews about Novotel in Moscow City. It is located a 5-minute walk from the Expocenter. The hotel has comfortable soundproofed rooms, including facilities for people with disabilities. A distinctive feature of the institution is the service of guests with pets. Here you can dine in the restaurant, visit the bar or order room service. It offers guests a conference room, a fitness center, a beauty salon, laundry, dry cleaning, and a playroom for children.
Also on the territory of Moscow-City there are several hostels of increased comfort. The Empire Tower is the tallest hostel (on the 43rd floor).
A visit to Moscow City will certainly become a memorable event during your stay in the capital.