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Summer Falls Away, in Photos

After a long, warm summer of shashlik in the park and skateboards on the streets, Moscow is settling into colder nights and shorter days. But before winter gets here, we're enjoying the colors and shades of autumn!

Here's a look at the capital this season:
Enjoying the outside while it's still warm enough!
Sophia Sandurskaya / Moskva News Agency
Fun times in the city for grown-ups and kids alike.
Igor Ivanko / Moskva News Agency
We notice a bit of a color theme.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
Autumn leaves make for great selfies.
Sophia Sandurskaya / Moskva News Agency
We think we remember this little guy from last year.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
Feed the ducks before the rivers freeze over.
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
If you want to go shirtless, now is the time.
Kirill Zykov / Moskva News Agency
Here's to enjoying the rest of the season!
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency

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