Every city on the planet believes that it is special to some extent, because it has its own sights and reasons for pride. Often the main reason for pride is the central city square, the size of which can surprise and amaze. Since ancient times, it has been assumed that the main events and all the central events of the city are held in the central square. Of course, everyone knows about the most picturesque and colorful places, but many people are interested in which city square is the largest in the world? We were interested in this question no less, so after analyzing the statistical data and sorting them, we received the following answer.
8. Moscow Square
- City: St. Petersburg (Russia)
- Area: 13.12 hectares
- Length: 205 meters
- Width: 640 meters
Moscow Square is a favorite part of St. Petersburg, both for its locals and tourists. Couples in love here are dating, and couples love to walk with their children. The complex includes 11 fountains, working on weekdays from 8 to 23 hours, but on holidays and weekends the flight of water is accompanied by light and music.By the way, here is the largest monument in the city to Lenin, whose height is 8 meters, and if you count with a pedestal, then 16. The center of the square is the House of Soviets (the largest building in the cultural capital of Russia). You can get here from any corner of the city, both by private and public transport.
7. Kuibyshev Square
- City: Samara (Russia)
- Area: 17.4 hectares
The square, located in the center of Samara, has a rectangular shape, which was made possible by the destruction of the Cathedral in 1930. At that time the square was called Cathedral, after the demolition of the sights - the Communal, and since 1935 - the Kuybyshev Square. After 3 years, a monument was erected in honor of the revolutionary. It should be noted that 7 hectares of the total area is a recreation area, another 8 hectares - asphalted areas and another 2.4 hectares - Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theater. The central square of Samara is not only a place where people like to relax, but also a square where all grandiose celebrations are held - parades, New Years, concerts, rallies and flash mobs.
6. Front Square
- City: Warsaw (Poland)
- Area: 24 hectares
- Length: 400 meters
- Width: 600 meters
The central square in Warsaw is the largest in Europe and occupies an honorable 6th place in the world. The main architectural merit is a monument to Marshal Yusuf Pilsudski, who inspires a sense of calm and order. Basically this area is asphalted or tiled, but there are areas with flower beds. Getting here is easy, because there are public transport stops and car parking nearby. In addition to the monument to the marshal, you can see the tomb of the unknown soldier, the ruins of the palace of the Saxon kings and other amenities that tourists from all over the world want to see. Now the size of the square is being actively contested, since several markets and shopping centers were built here.
5. Gateway of India
- City: New Daily (India)
- Area: 30.66 hectares
- Diameter: 625 meters
The Gateway of India is a monument in memory of Indian soldiers who died during the First World War and the Anglo-Afghan Wars. This project was opened in 1931, with 90 thousand names carved on the arch, and an eternal flame burns at its foot. After the Third Indo-Pakistani war, the tomb of the unknown soldier appeared here. Every year, thousands of tourists come here who want to see the huge Gate, symbolizing the history of India. By the way, the friendly visits of the rulers of other countries begin from this place, because you need to honor the memory of the dead and lay flowers.
4. Makroplaza (La Gran Plaza)
- City: Monterrey (Mexico)
- Area: 40 ha
The makroplaza is the central square of Monterrey, which is often called the reference point when visiting this city. From here it is customary to begin a walk through the city and get to know it. Developed infrastructure will allow you to actively spend your holidays, sit for a cup of coffee and go shopping. Ancient monuments and historical colonial mansions - all this will leave a pleasant impression. The main attraction of the square is the lighthouse of Commerce, whose height is almost 70 meters. At night, a spotlight on its top lights up and illuminates the night sky.
3. Tiananmen Square
- City: Beijing (PRC)
- Area: 44 hectares
- Length: 880 meters
- Width: 500 meters
The Tiananmen Square received its name from the gate that stands in its northern part. If you translate, the area located in the capital of China, is called - the gate of heavenly tranquility. On the one hand, the square is bounded by a uniquely shaped Bolshoi National Opera House, on the opposite - by the House of People’s Congregations. Also here you can mark the mausoleum of Moa Zedong and a monumental monument to folk heroes.
2. Sunflower Area
- City: Palmas (Brazil)
- Area: 57 hectares
- Length: 802 meters
- Width: 643 to 718 meters
Sunflower Square is the main public square in the Brazilian city of Palmas, the state capital of Tocantins. Opening date - 1991. The main attraction is the Araguaia Palace, where the local government is located.Also on the square there are several monuments, and its original form from a bird's eye view is amazing. You can get here from anywhere in the city.
1. Freedom Square
- City: Jakarta (Indonesia)
- Area: 100 hectares
Medan Merdeka Square (Freedom Square) is the main attraction of Jakarta and the largest square in the world. It is located in the city center, and along its perimeter there are buildings of government departments, the National Museum and the Presidential Palace. At its very center, a National Monument is installed - glass, whose height is 132 meters, they are a symbol of the country's independence. The historical name is Gambir Square, which existed until 1945, when Indonesia gained independence from the Netherlands.
