GUM. The Main Universal Store in Moscow City

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If you are in Moscow, don’t miss to visit the best –know shopping center in Russia –GUM, which has been an integral part of the architectural ensemble of Red Square for over a century. The GUM’s front facade marks its boundary opposite the Kremlin. The store itself is also a monument of Russian Art Nouveau architecture, which makes a walk along its arcades a pleasure to luxury shopping lovers and art connoisseurs alike. With brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino, Saint Laurent, Jimmy Choo, Emilio Pucci, and more, you’d surely end up having the most classic shopping experience in Russia.

GUM is not only a great place for shoppers but there you can also find a historical grocery store with famous Soviet products, many small restaurants and bars, Russian fast food court, retro Soviet cafeteria and a movie theater. GUM also hosts many art and history exhibitions, seasonal food and crafts markets. For New Year and Christmas holidays GUM puts one of the main Christmas trees and an ice skating stage in front of it. Even if you are not a keen shopper, GUM is just a wonderful place to have a cup of tea/ coffee and take magnificent photos with its 19th century interior.