Parents of school children who live in the capital of Russia, probably more than once confronted with the request of the child to tell some interesting facts about Moscow.Most often, these questions make adults think that they are aware of such a large city with a rich history.The capital of Russia is impressive variety of the most beautiful architectural monuments and other attractions.Any historic site in Moscow, you can tell almost the whole day.In addition, in the capital of Russia throughout its existence there were many significant events.This article presents some interesting facts about Moscow.For students and young children, this information will be very useful and fascinating.
When was founded the modern capital of Russia?
Until now, scientists have not developed a consensus on the age of Moscow.For the first time her name appears in the Ipatiev Chronicle (1147).According to legend, Moscow was founded by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky.A few years later, he fortified the city by erecting a wooden wall.
As for the origin of the name "Moscow", it should be noted that in the Middle Ages here lived tribes not only Slavs, but also the Finno-Ugric peoples.Most likely, because of the lexicon was taken last word "Mosquito", means something raw and tough.Scientists explain the origin of the name of the town is the fact that in ancient times on the territory of the modern metropolis was just a small swamp.
Medieval History of Moscow: interesting facts
As mentioned earlier, the capital of Russia was founded in the beginning of the XII century.Since then there have been many events that will be interested to know both adults and children.However, parents, telling stories to your child, you should be sure that the interesting facts about Moscow, accurate and scientifically proven.
So now it is known that the Red Square appeared in the XV century.Its appearance is due to the order of Ivan III, who did not permit to erect any buildings near the Kremlin in order to prevent fires.So there was an empty space on the east side of the wall.It should be noted that initially it is called "fire."Until XVII.built up area on all four sides.Then she got a modern look.
Talking about the Kremlin, it is important to note that it was originally built of white stone.Construction Dmitry Donskoy began to rebuild under Ivan III.It was then erected a wall of red bricks.
pre-revolutionary Moscow
telling interesting facts about Moscow for pupils, it is important to mention the pre-revolutionary period, when the city was very different from the modern metropolis.
- to the XVIII century.Pure ponds were completely different name - the trash.It was connected with the fact that here threw garbage and waste.After the pond has become a part of the estate Menshikov, he cleaned and given a new name that has survived until now.
- During the Napoleonic Wars in 1812, Moscow was burned.Affected most of the city buildings.Their rehabilitation and reconstruction took more than 30 years.
- Water in Moscow was built only in the first years of the XIX century.
- In 1872 started metropolitan Telegraph.
- In 1898 there was a sewerage system.
- In 1901 in Moscow, earned the first lift.
- MSU is founder Mikhail Lomonosov, who has never visited him.
Interesting facts about Moscow during the Second World War
- In 1941, the Kremlin, as well as many other attractions of the capital, was masked.Already on the day war was declared over the city appeared the plane of the Wehrmacht.The Germans managed to make a lot of shots and an accurate map of the capital of the USSR.This has led to the urgent need to change the Kremlin beyond recognition.This whole battalions were sent to artists and architects led by Boris Iofanom.As a result, in late June the Kremlin like a normal residential area.Golden domes were hidden, tower repainted and the square and the slopes were models of houses.
- important event during World War II was the battle for Moscow.Interesting facts about the course of military operations need to know not only the adults but also the students.In this battle involved more than 7 million people.It exceeds the number of people involved in the Berlin operation.It is also important to know what Blitzkrieg (German plan for a rapid offensive and take the entire territory of the USSR) was broken it was during the Battle of Moscow.
Interesting about the Soviet Moscow
considering the Soviet period, you can learn some very interesting facts about Moscow:
- During the existence of the USSR territory of the city increased by more than 5 times.
- Moscow was proclaimed the capital of the Soviet Union in 1922.
- famous soda from a vending machine in the capital cost of only 1 penny, and if with the addition of syrup - 3. Despite the fact that there was an acute shortage, cups never steal, and rinsed in the fountain, and returned to the place.
- Moscow Metro began to build in the 30-ies., Although the first projects emerged even before the October Revolution.It should be noted that today, almost every station was renamed several times.At the initial stage of the subway stops were interesting titles: "kolkhoz" (now "Sukharevskaya"), "The World" (now the "Alekseevskaya").
- new issues of newspapers out twice a day, and immediately ran down to the mailboxes.Also, information on all the events can be gleaned from special street stands.
wonder about the present
What are some interesting facts about Moscow today, you can tell the children?
- modern business district 'Moscow City "appeared only in the early 2000s.
- Kremlin - the biggest European fortress, survived to our times.
- Victory Monument - the highest metropolitan monument.
- In 1994, the law was introduced, is still in effect, banning dogs barking from 11 pm to 7 am.If the owners do not keep up with their pet, imposed a fine on them.
- In Moscow, the largest number of billionaires in the world.In second place on these indicators is New York.
- The highest television tower Ostankino in Europe is located in the Russian capital.
Interesting facts about nature and art in Moscow
parents, telling interesting facts about Moscow for kids, do not miss the information on natural resources and the development of culture in the city:
- biggest zoo is situated in the capital of Russia.It was founded in the XIX century.
- In Moscow you can find a lot of parks.The oldest is considered the Alexander Garden.
- Russian State Library, located in Moscow, according to his book collection is second only to the Washington National Library of Congress.
- The oldest clock in the city - the Kremlin chimes.
- In Moscow, about five hundred museums.But, unfortunately, they are often open their doors to visitors to the capital, but not for locals.
- The oldest townhouse extant - Cathedral of the Assumption.
little about interesting people
Children will be interested to learn about famous people who were born or lived in Moscow:
- Alexandrov AV - famous composer.Born in Moscow.It is known as the author of the Soviet national anthem.
- Akhmatova AA - the famous Russian poet.He is living in Moscow since 1918.With this city, it was closely associated, as in one of the capital's prison was her son.
- Bruce Y. - the most educated people in the country during the reign of Peter I. He was the first accurate map of the territory of the Russian Empire.
- Repin IE - the famous Russian painter.He moved to the capital in 23 years of age.
These and many others (among them - Paustovsky CG, FG Ranevskaya, NA Nekrasov, BL Pasternak, Mayakovsky VV, DI Mendeleev, Bulgakov M. A.) made history of modern Russia's capital.
