Moscow landmarks documented during restoration work on Cathedral

The image depicts the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in Moscow, Russia. The cathedral is predominantly white and gold with scaffolding around its dome and sections covered in white sheeting, indicating ongoing restoration or construction work. In the foreground is a flowerbed with yellow tulips. Behind the flowerbed, there's a manicured green hedge, followed by a stone wall. Atop the wall are small, decorative structures resembling ticket booths. The sky is overcast.

The image depicts the monument to Alexander II, located in Moscow, Russia. It features a bronze statue of the emperor standing on a black pedestal, surrounded by an architectural structure consisting of white columns and a semi-circular arch. The pedestal has a plaque with text in Russian, detailing Alexander II's achievements, including the abolition of serfdom and his death by a terrorist act. The monument is situated on a series of stone steps. At the bottom of the statue, there are three small votive candles placed on the steps in front of the plaque. In the background, there's a modern building. The sky is overcast.

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Moscow, Russia · May 9, 2026, 11:55 AM

The image depicts the monument to Alexander II, located in Moscow, Russia. It features a bronze statue of the emperor standing on a black pedestal, surrounded by an architectural structure consisting of white columns and a semi-circular arch. The pedestal has a plaque with text in Russian, detailing Alexander II's achievements, including the abolition of serfdom and his death by a terrorist act. The monument is situated on a series of stone steps. At the bottom of the statue, there are three small votive candles placed on the steps in front of the plaque. In the background, there's a modern building. The sky is overcast.