As the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting approaches in Gyeongju, South Korea, let’s take a cultural detour to Russia, one of the 21 APEC members. Our APEC Stories series dives into the Kremlin’s Spasskaya Tower, an emblem of history, architecture, and global connection 🌏.
Rising 71 meters above Red Square, the Spasskaya Tower is crowned by a glowing ruby star. For centuries, its grand clock has kept Moscow on time. When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, millions across the country pause to hear its chimes, marking fresh starts and shared celebrations 🎉🔔.
The tower’s image even made its way onto Russia’s 100-ruble banknote in 2022 and onto a special coin issued for the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the Chinese mainland and Russia in 2019. It’s a nod to how architecture becomes a symbol not just of a nation, but of international friendship and cooperation 💵🤝.
From New Year’s bells to currency art, the Spasskaya Tower rings in moments that connect millions. Stay tuned as we continue our APEC journey, exploring the stories that bridge cultures and inspire young minds across the region.
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APEC Stories: Kremlin's Spasskaya Tower – Where time rings in Russia
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