Cathedral Square of the Moscow Kremlin

Cathedral Square is the historical and architectural center of the Moscow Kremlin. It is located on the highest part of the Kremlin hill. The square is surrounded by the Patriarchal and Faceted Chambers, the Assumption, Archangel and Annunciation Cathedrals, the Painting Church, and the Bell Tower of Ivan the Great.

The history of the square dates back to the 14th century. It acquired its modern appearance in the 15-16 centuries. Most of the buildings of Cathedral Square were built by Italian architects. The faceted chamber was erected in the style of the Florentine palazzo, and the facades of the Archangel Cathedral were decorated with Renaissance decoration. The Annunciation Cathedral and the Painting Church were built by Pskov masters.

The most important historical events took place on Cathedral Square.