The Russian Metro: History and modernity

The collection is dedicated to the main stages of the formation and development of subways in Russia. Today the metro is not only a convenient transport system, but also an important element of urban infrastructure, reflecting the historical and cultural development of cities.

The Moscow Metro is one of the oldest and largest in Russia. Its history began in 1935, when the first line was opened. Over the years of its existence, the Moscow Metro has undergone significant changes. New lines have been built, stations have become more modern and convenient for passengers. Today, the Moscow Metro is a complex branched system that includes many stations and lines.

The St. Petersburg Metro began its operation in November 1955, when the first train travelled from Avtovo station to Ploschad Vosstaniya. The metro became an important element of the city's transport system, providing convenient travel for residents and guests of St. Petersburg.

The Novosibirsk Metro was opened in 1985. It was an important step in the development of the city's transport infrastructure. The Novosibirsk Metro provides convenient and fast transport for Novosibirsk residents and visitors.

Subways play an important role in the life of cities. They provide convenient and fast movement of millions of people, contributing to the development of economy and culture. The history of subways in Russia is the history of the development of cities and the country as a whole.

The collection contains digital copies of studies, archival documents, and visual materials held in the collections of the Library of the Presidential Administration of the Russian Federation, the Museum of Urban Electric Transport, the St. Petersburg State University of Railway Transport of Emperor Alexander I, the Russian State Archive of Social and Political History, and the Central Archive of the Federal Security Service of Russia.