Internet and History: Discover Moscow portal to tell about Ostankino Tower

Ostankino TV Tower is one of the most famous sights of the capital. On November 5, 2021, it celebrated its 54th anniversary. It is still one of the tallest structures in Europe - the total height of the tower is 540 meters. The Discover Moscow portal provides an exciting story of the design and construction of the main symbol of Russian television and recalls the key events in its history.

The general information of the Ostankino Tower is a kind of an interactive journey available in a thematic project. It also promotes an audio guide and video tour. An online quest will help to check the gained knowledge.

The TV Tower was designed by the famous Soviet engineer Nikolai Nikitin. Its construction lasted from 1960 to 1967. The builders used the unique technology of that time. Its solution became revolutionary in the creation of high buildings. Besides the specialized equipment, the building has high-speed elevators that move at a speed of seven meters per second. Moscow Residents and guests of the capital like to attend the observation deck of the Ostankino TV Tower (a height of 337 meters), from where a panoramic view of Moscow opens.