Arbat - Moscow Montmartre and not-destroyed by Hrushev relict
The Arbat is a true symbol of old Moscow, and has recently celebrated its 500th anniversary. Today Arbat is a cobbled pedestrian thoroughfare about one kilometer (two-thirds of mile) long, and one of the most popular meeting and shopping spots in Moscow. Along with its shops, cafes, art galleries, concert and theatre halls and a museum tracing the history of the area, are portrait painters, performance artists and even demonstrators. It is also a frequent site for festivals and carnivals.
WALKING ALONG ARBAT STREET. Walking along the most famous pedestrian area in Moscow which deservs the title of Moscow Monmartre. A lot of diffrent cafes, antique shops and stands with traditional Russian gifts and souvenirs are situated here. Numerous artisans and painters display their works just in the street.
