A guide to local favorites in Khamovniki
- By Andrei Muchnik
- Photos by Nanna Heitmann
With a name derived from a type of cloth, it’s little surprise Khamovniki used to be the textile district. Even though the two main streets, Ostozhenka and Prechistenka, run parallel, they couldn’t be more different-looking. Ostozhenka is home to some of the city’s most expensive new buildings and has been dubbed “the Golden Mile” of Moscow, while Prechistenka retains 19th-century charm and impressive mansions. The neighborhood has contemporary art galleries, literary museums, great restaurants and architectural landmarks.
Meet Andrei Muchnik
Born and raised in Voronezh, Russia, Andrei moved to Moscow after graduating from university. He writes on culture for Lonely Planet, the Moscow Times and several Russian-language publications. An avid theatergoer, Andrei tries not to miss all the major premieres in between biking around central Moscow and exploring the local craft beer scene.
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