The Armoury Chamber bears the name of the oldest Kremlin’s treasury. Located in the palace constructed in 1851, it keeps the most precious items of weaponry, state regalia, royal carriages, horse ceremonial harness, coronation dresses, and a number of priceless ambassadorial gifts. Take a chance to visit the Armoury Chamber in Moscow and see all there treasures with a native guide from Tari Tour. We’ll do our best to make this excursion really unforgettable and bright.
The State Armoury exhibits over 400 items related to the history of Russia, as well as the European and Eastern countries from the 4th to the early 20th centuries. Due to its undeniably high artistic level and particular cultural value, the museum is included into the list of the world’s most important cultural heritage sites.
When you travel to the Armoury Chamber, you’ll enjoy viewing the following items of the oldest Kremlin’s treasury:
The Monomakh’s Cap. It was used for the coronation ceremonies for over 200 years. It’s decorated with priceless diamonds, massive emeralds, elegant rubies, exquisite sapphires, and magnificent sable fur. Being the most recognizable evidence of the former wealth of the Russian Royal court, the Monomakh’s Cap attracts every day hundreds of tourists from all over the world.
Golden Gospel. Many people take tours to the Armoury Chamber in Kremlin, Moscow in order to see the Gospel dating back to 1571. This piece of art is lavishly decorated with enamel, gold and precious stones amazing by their exquisite form and size. The blue sapphires — the favorite gemstone of Tsar Ivan the Terrible — are by all means the most beautiful part of this priceless work of art.
Faberge Eggs. Here, you can witness the biggest collection of these famous Imperial Eggs, covered with thousands of precious jewels and impressing with their superfine artwork. The most popular showpieces in this room are the «Moscow Kremlin», the «Clock», and the «Trans-Siberian Express».
Take an individual or a group tour to the Armoury Chamber via +7 (495) 777 90 15 or leave your request on the website of Tari Tour.
