In Moscow, a new arts centre to brush up Russia's image


By AGENCY

The GES-2 arts centre on the banks of the Moskva River winding through the centre of the Russian capital was designed by star Italian architect Renzo Piano and promises to house the biggest international names and Russian stars. Photo: AFP

Across from the Kremlin, the century-old plant that used to supply the seat of Russian power with electricity has been transformed by a billionaire gas tycoon into a temple of contemporary art.

Set to open Saturday, the GES-2 venue on the banks of the Moskva River winding through the Russian capital was designed by leading Italian architect Renzo Piano and promises to house the biggest international names and Russian stars.

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