• Lobnoye Mesto (foreground, right) in the 18th century. Its name is derived from the Russian words for 'forehead' (lob) and 'place' (Mesto).
  • After repeated reconstructions, Lobnoye Mesto became an elevated structure surrounded by low stone railings with a pedestal in the center of the structure.
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  • Located at the south eastern end of the Red Square, the Lobnoye Mesto is large stone platform also known as the Place of Skulls.
  • The expression “Lobnoye Mesto” is often used in the meaning of “scaffold.” Lobnoye mesto is located opposite the Spasskaya Tower near the Pokrovsky...
  • Today, it's a popular tourist attraction offering insights into Russia's history. Contrary to popular belief, no executions took place at Lobnoye Mesto.
  • Photo taken at Lobnoye Mesto by Chillivendi on 4/28/2013. Photo taken at Lobnoye Mesto by Sergey 〽©〰 on 11/21/2021.
  • Over the next two centuries, the Lobnoye Mesto was restored at least three times. In 1753, the repair work was led by the architect Dmitry Ukhtomsky.
  • On the other hand, the Lobnoye Mesto became something of a Speaker's Corner - here the voices of protest sounded louder and more resonant.