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Moscow Lights Up for Christmas 2018, in Photos

As Russia gets ready for Christmas and New Year's, the capital lights up with stunning displays of lights, color, fun and food. Here's a look around Moscow! 

Pushkin at his brightest surrounded by gold lights and gates on Tverskaya street. Andrei Nikerichev / Moskva News Agency
A beautiful walk on the way to Red Square. Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
The Kremlin and its surrounding buildings have become a popular spot for selfies. Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
One of two carousels that provide a fun escape near Red Square. Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
A girl has fun on her chosen horse. Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
If you can't get to the polar bears, Moscow will bring them to you. Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
What's a better way to decorate your tree in Russia than with the country's renowned writers and poets? Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
Families take to the ice for some central Moscow fun. Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
Spinning around with your eyes on the Kremlin. Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
A walkway of light welcomes all of Moscow's explorers. Andrei Nikerichev / Moskva News Agency

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