Tsaritsyno Park and Estate in Moscow  Tsaritsyno Park and Estate
is located in Moscow district with the same name. While I can't
say much about that neighborhood, the park itself is a real
beauty with a rich historic legacy.  View Larger Map  Apart from
the stunning views of beautiful landscapes and ponds, Tsaritsyno
Park is also known for its palaces. Get ready to listen, because
this story well illustrates something you guys call "the
mysterious Russian soul". :) If that's too boring for you -
scroll below to read about how and when you can visit the park.
The place begins its history right from the 16th century. It
wasn't built up, basically empty. In 17th century, it changed
its name to beautiful "Chernaya Griaz" - "Black Mud". Poetic,
isn't it?  The place then changed several owners until in the
18th century, Peter the Great grants this territory to Moldavian
Prince Dimitrie Cantemir who was back then a Russian ally. It
was he who built the first palace there and set up a beautiful
park with orchards an