Moscow Triumphal Gate

Why go

Moscow Triumphal Gate rewards attention to scale, orientation, and setting. The Moscow Triumphal Gate (Моско́вские Триумфа́льные воро́та) is a Neoclassical triumphal arch in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Before leaving, compare one close detail of Moscow Triumphal Gate with its broadest public view. At Moscow Triumphal Gate, a slower circuit makes Moscow Triumphal Gate's neighborhood relationship easier to read.

What to look for

• Moscow Triumphal Gate: Read the exterior as a sequence rather than one postcard view.
• Moscow Triumphal Gate: Focus on color, stonework, metalwork, and carved detail.
• Moscow Triumphal Gate: Finish from an angle that includes neighboring landmarks.

The full story

The Moscow Triumphal Gate (Моско́вские Триумфа́льные воро́та) is a Neoclassical triumphal arch in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The monument — built mainly in cast iron — was erected in 1834 -1838 in the memory of the Russian victory in the Russo-Turkish War, 1828-1829. 19th century Two guard posts were erected on both sides of the Moscow highway. In this way, the monument not only became a triumphal structure, but also a gateway into the imperial capital. The Moscow Triumphal Gate were designed by the Russian architect Vasily Stasov. The project was confirmed on September 14, 1834. In the following year, the Neoclassical sculptor Boris Orlovsky developed models of the sculpture details of the gate, including war trophies and figures of geniuses. The chief material to be used in building the gate was cast iron. Each column is composed of nine separate blocks together with the trunks and the upper units of the columns.

Useful to know

• Walk Moscow Triumphal Gate in daylight, then compare its outline with Moskovsky Prospekt.

Your next visit

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