Лекция: The Tsar-Cannon

The Tsar-Cannon is a rare monument to the skill of Russian mas­ters. Cast by the iron-master Andrey Chokhov in 1586 it has: a calibre of 890 mm, a barrel 5 m 34 cm long, weight 40 tons.

Sobornaya Square

The main square of the Kremlin is Sobornaya Square or Cathedral Square (1776-1788), designed by Christopher Konrad. The former Senate, now the residence of the Russian Government. After the fire of 1737 it was rebuilt by Ukhtomsky in 1754. Its frontage is lined with cannon captured from Napoleon's Army during its streat from Moscow in 1812.