main building of Moscow State University
Главное здание МГУ · Ramenki District
university building in Moscow
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Main Building of Moscow State University
Welcome to the Main Building of Moscow State University, or M-G-U, a colossal testament to Soviet ambition and the most prestigious institute of higher learning in Russia. As you stand on Sparrow Hills, you are gazing upon the…
Listen in the app2The Spire, the Star, and the Golden Glass
The crowning glory of the M-G-U main building is its towering spire, reaching sixty meters from the roof to the tip of the star. For decades, there was a debate about what should top this architectural titan. …
Listen in the app3The Largest Clock in Moscow and the Giant Barometer
As you stand before the central tower, look at the massive mechanical faces that adorn its sides. These are not just ordinary clocks; they are part of a colossal set of scientific instruments built into the architecture. …
Listen in the app4The Alley of Scientists and Lomonosov's Legacy
The path leading to the main entrance is known as the 'Alley of Scientists,' a grand promenade lined with granite busts of twelve great Russian thinkers. Here, you will find Lobachevsky, Mendenev, Timiriazev, and, of course, the…
Listen in the app5The City Within: Dorms, Elevators, and Dining
To truly understand M-G-U, you must look beyond the classrooms. The side wings of the main building are dedicated to living quarters, containing thousands of student dormitories and apartments for professors. …
Listen in the app6The Botanical Gardens and the Apple Orchards
Beyond the stone walls of the main building lies the living laboratory of the M-G-U Botanical Gardens. This is the oldest botanical garden in Russia, and its Sparrow Hills site is a sprawling oasis of biodiversity. …
Listen in the app7The Baseball Stadium: Matsume's American Dream
In a remote corner of the sprawling Athletics Complex, you will find one of the campus's most unusual sights: a baseball stadium. In a country where baseball is a rare curiosity, this stadium stands as a monument to Cold War…
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As we conclude our tour of the Moscow State University Main Building, take a final look at the massive star-topped spire reaching into the sky. We have walked through an 'architectural city' that has served as the intellectual…
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What is main building of Moscow State University?
main building of Moscow State University is a place in Ramenki District with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ramenki District |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 55.7031, 37.5306 |
| Last updated |
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