Moscow is the capital of Russia and is one of the biggest cities in the country. It is famous for its monuments, churches, freezing winters and vodka. Free from the regulations of the communist regime, this city is booming with new age billionaires. It is one of the most expensive cities to live in. Although the residents may have an unfriendly look, the city has its own charm to attract the ever-growing number of visitors. Gone are the days of censorship, and the citizens are discovering their creative spirit. This is evident in the booming entertainment scene, with pubs, nightclubs, art galleries and theaters coming up all over the city.

The original USSR may have split into many smaller nations, but the greatness of the past superpower is evident in the many monuments around the city. Tourists have plenty of flights to Moscow to choose from. The change in ideology of the nation has opened up the tourism industry, with many airlines offering cheap plane tickets.

Russian is the main language, but with the increase in number of visitors, English is becoming popular. Ruble is the monetary unit of the nation. British Airways, Air Canada and even US Airways offer package tours of the city with good deals that include an airline ticket, airport transfer, hotel accommodation and local sightseeing. It can be tailored to individual requirements.

Lenin Mausoleum is one of the most visited sites of the city. It is in the center of the Red Square. It has the remains of Lenin, with a lot of memorabilia relating to his era on display. Another stunning architecture to the south of the Red Square is St. Basil's Cathedral. The Kremlin supersedes all these structures in its opulence and grandeur. There are several churches and cathedrals to explore in this part of the city.

The city is known for its extremely cold winters, when practically everything is covered with snow. However, this also forms an enjoyable season to visit, if planned properly. It is the best time to find cheap tickets to Moscow.

The capital is dotted with a number of gardens and museums. There are many theaters and opera houses to stop by at and enjoy a performance. Different ballet groups have performances lined up. They are worth a visit. The museums have a lot to exhibit; Imperial art and Soviet-era memorabilia are widely on display.

The best season to visit this place is during late spring (May and June) when the gardens around the city are in full bloom. The other option is to visit during early autumn (September and October). However, cheap flights to Moscow are difficult to get during this time, but there is no harm in trying to find one.

One unique experience that this city has to offer the adventurous is a flight on the different MiG fighter planes. After the breakup of erstwhile USSR, this attraction was opened up by the cash strapped armed forces to generate some income. Another relaxing option of having an aerial view of the city is to take the hot air balloon ride.