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Vagankovo Cemetery
CultureVisit: ~75 min
Historic cemetery in the Presnya district, opened in the 18th century. The singer-songwriter Vladimir Vysotsky and the poet Sergei Yesenin, among other figures of Russian culture, are buried there. Its tree-lined paths and funerary sculptures make it one of the most visited cemeteries in Moscow.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Vagankovo Cemetery: 3 missions
- Stroll among the funerary sculpturesWalk around the cemetery looking at the sculptural monuments on the graves, without disturbing those visiting their families.
- Find the grave of Vladimir VysotskyFollow the paths to the funerary monument of the singer-songwriter, one of the most visited in the cemetery.
- Find the grave of the poet Sergei YeseninFind the poet's tomb and stop to read some of his verses in Russian or in translation.
Near Vagankovo Cemetery
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception1.4 km awayMoscow Zoo1.9 km awayFederation Tower2.2 km awayGorky Museum (Ryabushinsky Mansion)3.2 km awayArbat Street3.4 km awayCafé Pushkin3.6 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Vagankovo Cemetery?
Allow about 1 h 15 min for the visit.
Source: Wikipedia