VVTs

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VVTs, or Vserossijsky Vystavochny Tsentr (All-Russian Exhibition centre) opened already in 1939; at that time it was called the Exhibition of Achievements of Soviet Economy. The idea was to demonstrate steady progress of Soviet science, industry and agriculture. The symbol of Soviets – famous statue of the Worker and the Farmer lady – was placed in front of the entrance to emphasize the power and greatness of common Soviet people. 15 exposition pavilions were built here; each represented a particular Soviet republic. Architects tried to use national traditions of every republic, creating this unique architectural ensemble. The golden fountain in the middle of the Exhibition centre was the embodiment of the Communistic idyll.

Today All-Russian Exhibition centre is a huge shopping place and an amusement park with the largest Big Wheel in Europe. There is also a Museum of Astronautics; that is definitely what Soviet Union had reasons to be proud of. There are many legendary objects on display including first ever astronauts – stuffed dogs Belka and Strelka. The museum is located in the monument to the Explorers of Space.

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