Moscow is a city that is constantly alive and changing. This book captures a moment in the history of the capital—between its glorious past and an uncertain future. It is an illustrated guide that presents the city through the architecture of its central streets, reminding us of constant change. Time moves on, and Moscow continues to transform. Wars, changes of power, and population growth are reflected in architectural and sculptural objects that were either created or disappeared. It’s possible that within a few years, the modern buildings described in this book will also vanish. The goal of this book is to show what Moscow was like before and compare it with what it looks like now. Even by simply looking at the illustrations, you can notice significant changes. The book is like a photograph taken by a random passerby who wanted to preserve for memory a place that might soon change. This is an illustrated guide to Moscow’s central streets. Each chapter contains a detailed description and historical background of the street, as well as the architectural monuments created on it over many years. The book will be useful not only to tourists, but also to the city’s residents who may be interested in learning more about the places where they spent their childhood. Design. LLC “AST Publishing House,” 2024.