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Day Two
A beautiful 17th-century bell tower is the beacon that will guide you to the historic
fortress of
Novodevichy Convent
, which contains nearly five centuries of history.
After admiring the art and architecture, head next door to the eponymous cemetery,
where many famous political and cultural figures are laid to rest.
Make your way into the Arbat district for an afternoon of art appreciation. Peruse the
collections of the world-famous
Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
, or investigate one
of the smaller niche galleries, such as whimsical
Burganov House
or the provocat-
ive
Multimedia Art Museum
.
After dinner you can stroll along Moscow's most famous street -
the Arbat
- enjoy-
ing the talents of buskers and the atmosphere of old Moscow. If you prefer a more
formal setting for your entertainment, catch a concert at
Rhythm Blues Cafe
.
