Tretakov Gallery

A reoccurring theme in Russia is that no photographs are allowed. The Tretakov Gallery is no exception. However, I did manage to capture some of the beauty around the gallery, as well at the exterior.

Buildings near by

Across the path to the gallery there is a bridge where there are many metallic trees. The trees are constructed for people place locks on the "branches, often the locks have a couple's names written or engraved on them. The locks signify their love for one another, and they throw away the key so that their love will never be interrupted. This is a very new tradition in Russia, and while I was there I saw at least a dozen brides and grooms, all making this symbolic pit stop to lock in their love for one another. It was raining, and in Russian culture it is actually good luck to have rain on your wedding day. Cheers.

This photo is for Scott. In Russia men tag "Я тебя люблю" in places all over the city so show that they love a girl. It means "I love you".