Essential Moscow and st Petersburg

This compact guide tells where to find the homes of the czars and the leaders of the Revolution, plus the theaters where Russian music, dance, and opera can be savored. A short historical essay orients visitors to the country's complex past while clear maps and an alphabetical listing of such sites as the Kremlin, the Hermitage, and St. Basil's Cathedral make it easy to plan a rewarding itinerary. Color photos & maps.