Red Gate
Red Gates (Russian: Красные ворота, Krasnye vorota) in Moscow was a triumphal arch built in an exuberantly baroque design. Gates or arches of this type were common in 18th century Moscow. However, the Red Gates were the only one that survived into 20th century. They were demolished in 1928; their name survives in an eponymous Moscow Metro station.
Read more about Red Gate: National Roots, Petrine Tradition, History of Red Gates, Demolition
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