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🇷🇺 Russia · 15th century

Kremlin in Russia
Photo: A.Savin · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Moscow Kremlin, commonly known as the Kremlin, is a fortified complex (kremlin) in Moscow, Russia. Located in the historic centre of the country's capital city, the Kremlin comprises five palaces, four cathedrals, and an enclosing wall along with numerous towers. Within the complex is the Grand Kremlin Palace, which was one of the royal residences of the Tsar of Russia, and is now the residence of the president of the Russian Federation. The Kremlin overlooks the Moskva River to the south, Red Square to the east, and Alexander Garden to the west.

Text adapted from “Kremlin” on Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Kremlin ranks #12 of 7,738 worldwide in the atlas's castle fame ranking, and #1 of the 141 mapped in Russia. Founded 1420, it is older than 52% of the atlas's dated landmarks — one of 434 atlas entries founded in the 15th century. Its Wikipedia articles were opened 68,810 times in the last 60 days, more than 100% of the atlas. 13 more atlas landmarks stand within 25 km. The nearest day-trip guide is Moscow, 1 km away. See how Russia compares in the castle statistics.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kremlin?

Kremlin stands in Russia, at 55.75167°, 37.61778°.

When was Kremlin built?

The atlas dates its founding to 1420. Earlier structures may have stood on the site; this is the earliest documented founding year.

Is Kremlin a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Yes — it is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, per its Wikidata entry.

How famous is Kremlin?

In this atlas's fame ranking: #12 of 7,738 worldwide, and #1 in Russia. Fame here combines how many Wikipedia language editions cover a landmark with how many people read them.

What is the nearest castle to Kremlin?

State Kremlin Palace, about 1 km away.

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