There are strict rules about walking on sidewalks and crossing only in crosswalks, since often official vehicles ride through at high speed. Jay walking results in whistle blowing and reprimands by the soldiers stationed at key points. We stopped briefly on our city tour of Moscow to get a close look at the beautiful Saint Nicholas Church . Inside GUM department store, products from around the world are sold. This could be a shopping mall almost anywhere.
Shoppers can find Reeboks for sale amongst many other items.
The Russian made goods are less costly, however we do not see much that we want to buy. . Under the dome in the center of this photo is an underground mall that was recently completed. It rivals any new American mall, with an open, clean, modern appearance. The goods look like they are primarily Western. Many of the stores are familiar to us.