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Tverskaya Street in Moscow photo by Mos.ru

Top 10 Interesting Facts about Tverskaya Street

Tverskaya Street was known as Gorky Street between 1935 and 1990. It is the main radial street in Moscow. The street runs Northwest from the central Manege Square in the direction of Saint Petersburg. Terminates at the Garden Ring, giving the name to Tverskaya District.

 The route continues further as First Tverskaya-Yamskaya Street, Leningradsky Avenue and Leningradskoye Highway.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, Tverskaya Street was renowned as the center of Moscow’s social life. The nobility considered it fashionable to settle in this district. Among the Palladian mansions dating from the reign of Catherine the Great are the residence of the mayor of Moscow (1778–82, rebuilt in ), and the English Club (1780s).

 In 1792, the Tverskaya Square was laid out before the residence of the governor of Moscow. As a staging ground for mass processions and parades. In 1947, the square was decorated with an equestrian statue of Prince Yury Dolgoruky, founder of Moscow.

In the end of the 19th century, the street was reconstructed. With stately neoclassical mansions giving way to grandiose commercial buildings in an eclectic mixture of historical styles. A characteristic edifice of the time is the eclectic Hotel National, Moscow (1901-1903). Its interior is a landmark of Russian Art Nouveau. 

 Here are Top 10 Interesting Facts about Tverskaya Street

1. It is considered as the most expensive shopping street 

Tverskaya Street in Moscow photo by Mos.ru

Tverskaya Street is the most expensive shopping street in Moscow and Russia. According to an index published by global real estate company Colliers International in 2008,it is now the third most expensive street in the world, based on commercial rental fees. It is the center of the city’s nightlife and entertainment.

2. One get to see State Duma

 A symbol of the immense Soviet power, this concrete mass was built on the remains of an old church and several 17th century buildings that were demolished to make room for the government offices.

3.Tverskaya Street was renamed after Maxim Gorky

 Maxim Gorky was a favorite writer of the Soviet people and the Soviet government. It seems that the street was renamed while Maxim Gorky was still alive . It was a gesture of appreciation for his support for Stalin’s totalitarian regime. 

 The street was also widened and turned into an avenue, however this reconstruction also buried the reminders of the époque of ‘tsarism’ together with some valuable old houses.

The most precious buildings – from the Soviet viewpoint – were preserved, including Moscow Town Hall, which was moved further back from the road and put on a new foundation. Nowadays it is the Mayor’s office. 

4.  Get to Visit the Red Square

Red Square. Moscow, Russia photo by Vyacheslav  Argenberg

It is an iconic landmark in the city. Red Square is best appreciated at Christmas time. When it is transformed by humongous fir trees, kaleidoscopic lights, artisan markets, dazzling decorations, even an out-door ice rink.

The Square is also home to Lenin’s Mausoleum which offers a unique opportunity to see the preserved body of Russia’s first Socialist leader, Vladimir Lenin.

5. Experience the Yeliseev’s Food Hall 

A stone’s throw from Tverskaya metro station towers the impressive structure of Yeliseev’s Food Hall. It is one of Moscow’s most famous shops.

The awe-inspiring Neoclassical architecture, soaring columns, and sumptuous decoration make a visit to Yeliseev’s one of the most surreal grocery shopping experiences.

The almost museum-like building houses a mind-boggling array of fruit, vegetables, cakes, pastries, and hand-made chocolates. Many Russian delicacies such as borscht, sturgeon, and caviar are available to buy here at Yeliseev’s.

6.Tverskaya has the best dining scene

With a range of restaurants to match any in the world, Tverskaya has become synonymous in Moscow with ‘foodie heaven’. Its incredibly diverse range of options, from budget to haute-cuisine.

This means that Tverskaya caters to the needs, and stomachs, of all. The district’s most notable restaurants include the iconic Café Pushkin, Moscow’s most famous.

 Visitors travel miles to make this pilgrimage to the temple of haute-Russian cuisine that is Café Pushkin. Housed in a breathtaking 19th century building and styled like a traditional Russian aristocrat’s home, dining doesn’t get much finer than this.

The lavish interiors of Turandot also merit a mention, as do the fantastic vegetarian options at Café Fresh and the authentic flavors at restaurant Scandinavia.

7. Tverskaya street  is the place for Window Shopping

 Tverskaya is Moscow’s chicest shopping street. It’s one of the most expensive streets in the world to live on. With everything from high-street favorites to some of the most exclusive jewelry shops in the world, the range on Tverskaya is show-stopping.

 The street is also home to the infamous Moskva bookshop. The shop’s colossal size, superb range of books, scheduled readings, and other literary events, make it a tourist attraction in its own right.

Whether you’re looking to invest in fine quality products, or simply ogle at the designer delights – Tverskaya is the place to go.

8. It’s first name of the street was Tsarskaya (“Tsar’s”), 

Tverskaya Street in Moscow photo by Mos.ru

In the the 17th century it became the main street of the Russian capital. Also the central and extremely prestigious location. The street attracted the highest class of nobility.

Tverskaya of the 18th century was the street of sumptuous palaces and estates built by Catherine the Great’s grandees. The 19th century added the firm spirit of commerce to the charming atmosphere of aristocracy: various luxury shops, confectioneries, boutiques, fashionable hotels and restaurants spread along Tverskaya.

9. The Eliseevsky Grocery Store is located in Tverskaya Street

This old shop which is located in the historic center of Moscow on Tverskaya street. It attracts visitors not only with its delicacies but also with its exquisite interiors and unique decoration. Entering this grocery store you feel like a guest at a reception in a rich, late 19th-century palace.

In 1770, Tverskaya Street opened its doors to the famous Eliseevsky deli. Even in the years of Soviet power, it did not lose its fame and popularity. “Eliseevsky” was opened solemnly with a church service and with priests who were invited specially for that ceremony. 

Nothing has changed since those days. It is still a grocery store owned by a trading network “Alye Parusa”. It still impresses its customers and visitors with its astonishing interiors and abundant decoration. It still offers a lot of Russian and foreign delicacies including black caviar, luxury vodka brands, and many more.

10.Tverskaya street has been popular among Moscow elite from 17-18 century

Tverskaya street in 1891 photo by GAlexandrova

The street is known to be the leading iconic place. It is also the most emblematic avenue . Tverskaya street is one of the city’s most popular shopping areas.

 Since 17 & 18 century the street has been popular in Moscow. Therefore leading Boyar occupy the street and started an active construction on the street. Including the luxury mansions of Matvey Gagarin who then was the governor of Siberia.