Doing the sights of Moscow

A.: Well, it seems we’ve got a chance of doing the sights of Moscow.

B.: I suggest we start with Red Square.

A.: Who will be our guide?

B.: If you like I can show you round the Square.

A.: Splendid! Red Square, the Kremlin… these words symbolize Russia for millions of people both in this country and abroad.

B.: That’s right. For centuries, the Kremlin has remained the center of the country’s life.

A.: It has a long history. As far as I know it used to be a fortress, a residence of the tsars. Who was the founder of Moscow?

B.: As far as I remember the chroniclers first mention Prince Yuri Dolgoruky as the founder in 1147. Take a look at the Spassky Tower!

A.: The melodious chimes of the clock-tower are well-known all over the world.

B.: The Kremlin and St. Basil’s Cathedral are really unique creations. Masterpieces of Russian architecture!

A.: Majestic sights! If only their stones could speak.

B.: Let’s go to “The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.”

(They look at the eternal flame of the memorial.)

B.: Peace and quiet, a lot of flowers!

A.: I should write an article about today’s excursion. It has moved me deeply and made me see a lot of things differently. Noble aims, life and death for the sake of people, memory, gratitude, eternal values – that’s what I’m thinking of now. People should keep up the traditions of their nation.

B.: Next time we’ll see other historic places of Moscow. There are a lot of palaces, old mansions, monuments associated with the history of this country. However, it requires a special tour.

A.: Oh, yes, we do understand. Moscow like Rome wasn’t built in a day and it can’t be seen in a day, can it?

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