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Subscribe in a reader If you cannot see the audio controls, your browser does not support the audio element or Right click to download the audio fileOr listen on Soundcloud! Yes, yes, just like the Scorpions song (who make a living out of visiting Moscow often to sing that one track that I never heard of until I moved here.)  - - - Listen to it hereThe thing is Gorky Park is something to write home about; in the summer it's the epicentre of all that's fun and happening in Moscow; over-priced drinks (in Russian terms anyway), lots of little eateries... But that's not the main pull.Volleyball, ping pong, skating ramps, biking ramps, dancing, cycling, outdoor cinema in English (gasp), paddle boats, roller blading (all of which can be rented if you bring your Passport along?). If you want to chill and relax there's beanbags and sun loungers. Benches overlooking a dancing fountain. Interesting displays and statues. Some of the Russian girls will simply sunbathe in their Victoria’s secret if the day is hot enough (yes, boys, this does happen on occasion.) On the other side of the bridge paintings and decor are for sale. It has to be seen and experienced to be enjoyed.Winter time it becomes a wonderland that I dare say Hyde Park pales in comparison. Gorky is converted into a giant ice rink with wooden platforms crisscrossing above. You can skate your way to an Italian restaurant and have some glue wine, then somehow skate your way back out. It's so well done you can't fault it. It is the Russians ace up the sleeve. To visit Moscow and not go here is to go to London and not see Buckingham Palace.Yes, it's that important. Check out my books at www.jamesbrough.com