Izmailovo Park in Moscow

A favorite resting place of Muscovites, Izmailovsky Park, is located in the east of Moscow. This is a vast natural and historical park with places for festivities, entertainment, sports and celebrations.

The history of Izmailovsky Park goes back several centuries. In the 16th century it was a boyar manor, since the 17th century - the royal patrimony, later the park fell into decline, but since the 19th century, forestry began to develop here. In the 30s of the last century, the park was renamed in honor of Stalin. At the same time, the period of its heyday began - a theater, a parachute tower were built here, the place became popular among the residents of Moscow.

Now Izmailovsky Park is one of the largest parks in Moscow, its area is 1534 hectares. There are numerous attractions for children of any age, volleyball courts, an rink and a ski base. On some ponds you can rent a boat. There are many cafes in Izmailovsky Park, there are concert venues, an environmental center located on the site of the former Izmailovsky apiary.

Traditionally, Izmailovsky Park hosts folk festivals during all public holidays.