GUM is the legendary department store on Red Square, one of Europe's largest shopping centers. Built in the late 19th century, it combines historic architecture with modern shopping and is a Moscow symbol alongside the Kremlin.

Building History

The Upper Trading Rows were built in 1890-1893 to Alexander Pomerantsev's design. The Russian-style building replaced old trading rows. In Soviet times, the store was called GUM—State Universal Store. After 1990s restoration, it regained its former splendor.

Architecture

The building consists of three longitudinal passages connected by cross-bridges. ...