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Summer Vibes in Russia's Capital

Moscow's ready to play as the sun comes up!

After a long winter that refused to be gone for good, the weather has finally turned and the sun is here to stay (for now).

Here's a look at Moscow enjoying the spring-summer season as best as it can:
Sweet kisses on a summer's day.
Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
A great time to head out with the family.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
Feed the pigeons (and sometimes the sparrows, too).
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
The fountains are in full bloom, as well.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
Have you checked out the view from up above?
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
Stop and smell the Russian flowers.
Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
The city is looking its best these days.
Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
A great way to explore the capital when the sun's out.
Get in as many barbecues as you can.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
Time for some quiet time with nature.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency

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