How safe is Moscow for Americans?

[Renee Stillings]

> I visited Moscow in 1995 and 1999 each time for a week or so. Both times
it
> was safe enough (at least for me).
> Avoiding Gipsies will be a good suggestion. Do not make eye contacts with
> them, ignore them comletely. Do not ride commuter trains ("electrichka"):
> they can be somewhat dangerous.
> Do not visit night clubs and other suspicious places. Get back home before
> sunset. Observe traffic regulations: traffic is crazy in Moscow with many
> drunk drivers.

Maybe enter monkhood? Really, you've taken most of the fun out of Moscow for
some people :) Home before sunset in the biggest party town on the planet?
In the winter you might as well not leave your apartment, as you will need
to be back by about 2 or 3 in the afternoon...

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