Spasskaya Tower

The Spasskaya Tower (Tower of the Savior) is located on the eastern wall of the Kremlin, next to the famous Red Square and St. Basil's Cathedral. It is one of the most famous symbols of the Russian capital. It was built in 1491 during the reign of Ivan the Great, and it is characterized by its huge clock. It was adopted to determine the official time of the city, and the New Year is celebrated in this majestic square, as thousands of citizens gather in front of it every year.