GUM (State Department Store), Vladivostok
GUM, Glavnyi Universalnyi Magazin; literally "main universal store", is one of the oldest soviet style shopping centers in Vladivostok. This prominent elegant structure, formerly known as the Kunst and Albers Trading House was built in 1907 and is a fine example of Art Nouveau architectural style with Baroque elements. The store features a wide selection of different products and traditional Russian souvenirs. GUM store is open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 8pm, Sundays 10am to 7pm.
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Sight Name: GUM (State Department Store)
Sight Location: Vladivostok, Russia (See walking tours in Vladivostok)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Vladivostok, Russia (See walking tours in Vladivostok)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Vladivostok, Russia
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Vladivostok Shopping Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Vladivostok Museums Tour
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.9 Km or 3.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.9 Km or 3.7 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.3 Km or 2.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.3 Km or 2.7 Miles