For trips around Moscow on December 26, it is better to use the metro, according to the city’s transport department. According to weather forecasts, snow and strong winds are expected in the city today, with possible icy conditions.
Drivers were urged to be more attentive on the roads: “Avoid sudden maneuvers, reduce speed near pedestrian crossings, and do not get distracted by your phone.”
The transport department noted that roads will be especially congested in the pre-New Year days. Motorists were advised to postpone trips if possible to a later time — after 8:00 PM Moscow time.
Moscow
Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia, with a history dating back over 800 years to its first recorded mention in 1147. It grew from a medieval fortress (the Kremlin) into the political and cultural heart of the Russian state, serving as the capital of the Tsardom of Russia, the Soviet Union, and now the modern Russian Federation. Today, it is a major global city famed for landmarks like Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, and the Kremlin complex.
metro
The **metro**, or underground railway system, was first introduced in London in 1863 as the world’s first subterranean passenger railway, revolutionizing urban transport. Today, metros are found in major cities globally, serving as vital public transit networks that reduce traffic congestion and shape modern city life. They are often celebrated not just for their utility but also for their architectural and cultural significance, with stations like those in Moscow or Stockholm being renowned as public art galleries.
