The Kremlin (Moscow)

Red Square and the Kremlin are the spiritual and historical centre of Moscow and Russia. They never ever disappoint the visitor. The poet Vladimir Mayakovsky, once described Red Square as the centre of the earth, and the vast cobble stoned area does have a curvature that seemed to follow the earth's surface itself. Along one side loom the myriad ramparts and towers of the Kremlin, one of the most extraordinary places you will ever visit. Its fortifications, palaces and cathedrals are an intriguing mix of European and Asiatic styles that seem to remind you simultaneously of the Medicis and Genghis Khan. The treasures of the Armoury Palace and the other museums are breathtaking, but there's so much to see and admire in here that one whole day would never do it justice. Be warned though: the Kremlin is only open to the public at set times, and the visitor entrance is at the rear in Alexander Gardens, rather than on Red Square as you might expect.

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