: Major historic hubs in this region are reachable from Moscow via electric train (departing every 30 minutes) or by bus, usually taking between 1.5 to 2 hours.
: If visiting the Golden Ring , don't miss out on traditional local goods like honey cakes. Top 10 places for a day trip from Moscow - Visit Russia 156232 zip
: If your travels bring you to this part of Central Russia, cities like Kostroma offer a "suburban Versailles" feel with historic estates and manicured gardens similar to the Kuskovo Estate on the outskirts of Moscow. : Major historic hubs in this region are