Manege Square

Manege Square

Manege Square is a square located in the center of Moscow, the capital of Russia, situated between Red Square and Tverskaya Street. To its south lies Alexander Garden, to the north is the classical-style, beige-colored building that was once the site of Moscow State University, to the east is the Hotel Moskva, and to the west is the Moscow Manege. The name of the square is derived from the Manege located to its west.

It is said that Manege Square was built in 1798 on the site of a monastery. It was expanded and renamed Manege Square in 1932. In 1967, it was briefly renamed the Square of the 50th Anniversary of the October Revolution, but after 1990, the name Manege Square was restored. At the center of the square stands a circular glass-domed building topped with a sculpture depicting a man taming a horse — a vivid and eye-catching piece. In addition, shops and stalls selling tourist handicrafts have been set up around the square, where vendors enthusiastically introduce these small crafts to visitors.

Manege Square is not only a famous tourist attraction in Moscow but also a venue for many major events in Russia. On March 4, 2012, when Russia held its sixth presidential election, supporters of Putin began arriving at the square by 8 p.m. to hold a grand celebration ceremony, marking his anticipated victory in the election. On the evening of March 5, Putin also delivered a speech here.

Manezhnaya Square, Moscow

Must-visit reason: One of Moscow’s most renowned squares

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Russia[Russia]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Moscow Autonomous City [Moscow]

City where the attraction is located: Moscow [Moscow]