or put more simply, Park Kultury more commonly known as Gorky Park.
This 300-acre, open air park was created in 1928 and has seen many changes over the past near century. The latest iteration is a modern, open-air space that boasts endless activities for young and old alike during Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Whether it be arts, entertainment, sports, health and fitness or simply a place of refuge from the urban sprawl, Gorky Park is a space designed to please.
It was a beautiful late Spring day when I visited and I am sure to return time and again. After all, there is so much to see, do and photograph! One of the major items on my bucket list is a skate in Gorky Park. I am going to cross that one off in 2012 for sure.
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| Entry Gates |
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| welcoming committee |
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| If you look really closely, you can just make out what these guys were doing. I think that every park should have a bubble machine! Bubbles sure beat the heck out of pookh. |
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| Looking back towards the entrance gate |
Carrousel
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| Soviet Space Shuttle |
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Some of the fun
along the boardwalk
The park is a great place to bring children. There were many young ones there but not too many youths. I wonder where they hang out?
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| Chalk drawing and grass "lily pads". Simon? |
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| learning to touch |
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| Look what she can do! |
Learning to rollerblade.
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| It was windy but they were having fun. |
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| hmmm...hold on to my balloons or splash in the fountain? Choices, choices! |
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| Children's Show -I don't envy the people in the costumes (it must have been crazy hot!). |
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| Bouncy castles and slides |
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| Learning how to "scoot". This little one couldn't have been more than about 14 months old. |
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| Looks like FUN!!! |
Gorky Park isn't just for kids, though. There are many activities for adults too!
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| Men's V-Ball |
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| Women's V-Ball |
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| The requisite portrait artist |
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| Dart boards by the river |
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| Why not? The fun isn't all about the kids... |
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| Why are these boys walking around without their shirts? Check out the videos below... |
Finally...here are everyday people enjoying a Saturday in Gorky Park.
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| I bet he is... |
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| Going for a stroll |
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| "Yes, mom. I'll stop by on Sunday." |
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| She reminded me of a yard waste bag. |
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| Men on a mission |
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| Family outing...сын, мать, отец и бабушка |
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| See? A lovely photo of you! |
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| Pretty girls are everywhere. This one's for you, EF. |
| The following choice of "park attire" is presented for your viewing pleasure. |
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| AWESOME! |
Along with the interesting fashion choices came some very outstanding women. This one in particular stood out for a number of reasons that I'll let you figure out.
On that happy note, it was time to head home. My companions and I were ready to sit somewhere and relax after the day's excitement. Thanks for a great day, Gorky Park. I'll be back.
Learning to rollerblade.
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