Explore the neighbourhood in 3D

The Cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed on Red Square stands as one of Moscow’s most beautiful and iconic landmarks — a structure that might justly compete for the title of the eighth wonder of the world. Commissioned by Ivan the Terrible to commemorate the capture of Kazan, legend holds that the Tsar commanded the architects to be blinded, so that they might never recreate this masterpiece. Its brilliantly ornamented cupolas possess a singular enchantment — likened to a gingerbread house from an ancient fairytale — and encapsulate some of the most iconic qualities of Russian culture. The architecture and interiors of the cathedral continue to move visitors from every corner of the earth.

The incomparable ensemble of the Moscow Kremlin has taken form over more than five centuries, embodying the evolution of Russian architecture in dialogue with the European tradition. The Kremlin is the beating heart of the nation, and the most consequential decisions in Russian public life are made within its walls. So distinguished a neighbour lends immeasurable prestige to Nicole and its residents. One may take breakfast, luncheon, or dinner on the spacious terraces, drinking in the breathtaking views. The majestic panoramas of the solemn Kremlin leave no one unmoved.

Zaryadye is an exotic island of wild nature directly adjoining Nicole, at the very centre of the metropolis. It is considered the most modern park in the country, inviting visitors to traverse the flora of every climatic zone of Russia — from the tundra to the steppe — and offering such remarkable experiences as «Flight over Moscow» and «Flight over Russia.» A magnificent setting for a walk with children, or for a quietly romantic evening.

The principal museum of Russian national history and one of the largest museums in the world, just a short walk from Nicole. Situated on Red Square, the museum holds Russia’s most sacred relics, monuments, and state documents, as well as portraits of great spiritual leaders and historic figures. Through the passage of eras, ideologies, and rulers, this museum has served as the eternal guardian of Russian historical memory. In a like manner, the residents of Nicole will naturally become witnesses to a new chapter in Russia’s history — one rich in momentous events.

Another of Moscow’s most cherished emblems. In the nineteenth century, Pyotr Tchaikovsky presented the premieres of his operas Eugene Onegin and Mazeppa here, as well as his ballet Swan Lake, which became a true classic only two decades later. Fyodor Chaliapin sang on this stage; Maya Plisetskaya danced upon it. Following an extensive restoration of its historic stage, the Bolshoi has opened its doors to international theatre festivals and productions. The residents of Nicole enjoy an exceptional proximity not only to one of Moscow’s defining landmarks, but to the living heritage of world culture.

The great department store of Moscow invites you to step into the past, or to do the opposite and acquaint yourself with the most compelling currents in art and fashion. A listed monument and an unrivalled commercial venue — one visits GUM for its international houses and its nostalgic Soviet atmosphere alike. GUM houses a reconstructed provisions shop, a historic dining room, and a recently opened cinema on its uppermost floor. Nicole’s residents will enjoy GUM’s boutique approach to commerce and its unparalleled selection of establishments.

The old merchant court has always been, and remains to this day, not merely a commercial centre but a place of gathering and exchange. This singular neo-classical building hosts important exhibitions and trade fairs throughout the year, ranging from fine jewellery to property. Gostiny Dvor shares something of Nicole’s own spirit: a prestige beauty and devotion to art, housed within a place of deep history where cultural life and the public sphere meet and mingle.

The Moscow Manège was built in 1817 to mark the fifth anniversary of the defeat of Napoleon, at the command of Emperor Alexander I. For a hundred and fifty years it was the largest building in all of Russia, hosting military parades, art exhibitions, public festivities, and concerts. The distinguished French composer and conductor Hector Berlioz performed here in 1876. This prestigious venue, at the very centre of the city, remains the principal exhibition space for headline exhibitions, business events, and much else besides. The residents of Nicole will find the most important events of the day just a few steps from their front door.

This five-star establishment, part of one of the most prestigious hotel groups in the world, sets the standard for those accustomed to the finest. An exceptional position and unrivalled service in a setting of the utmost sophistication draw discerning guests from across the globe. The windows of this legendary hotel offer commanding views of the capital’s defining landmarks — amongst them, Nicole.

TsUM is the most fashionable address in Moscow. Surrounded by the city’s most celebrated landmarks, it occupies an equally distinguished place in the city’s life. Reconstructed on several occasions, the neo-Gothic building designed by Roman Klein has remained its structural heart. It was the first building in Moscow to be constructed using the technology of the New York skyscrapers, with reinforced concrete frames. As it has been for a hundred years, this is where the finest houses in fashion, fragrance, beauty, and interiors are to be found. The shop windows are works of art in their own right, dressed with bespoke installations and sculpture, and the store’s guests — celebrities among them — are regularly greeted with engaging performances.

For more than a hundred and fifty years, the Polytechnic Museum has served as a centre of scientific and cultural life in the capital. Its lecture halls have welcomed some of the foremost scientists of their age — Niels Bohr, Ilya Mechnikov, Nikolai Vavilov. Sergei Yesenin and Vladimir Mayakovsky faced one another here in celebrated literary debates; in the 1960s, the museum rang with the poetry of Bella Akhmadulina and Bulat Okudzhava. Its building is a fine example of the eclectic style of the Belle Époque. Today it is entering the final stage of a substantial renovation that will fill the building with air and light, transforming it into a modern centre of learning.

More than a century old, this hotel is a true monument to the art and architecture of the early twentieth century, adorned by the most celebrated painters of the Russian Silver Age: Konstantin Korovin, Viktor Vasnetsov, and Mikhail Vrubel. Nicole residents may take a leisurely morning walk with a cup of coffee to the hotel, or dine at one of the nearby restaurants, and find in doing so the full wonder of Russian Modernism. To step inside is to be received by the atmosphere of legendary luxury, ease, serenity, and the style of Imperial Moscow — the world of Gilyarovsky, Chaliapin, and Savva Mamontov.