Dynamics of the territorial borders of Moscow in the 14th–20th centuries: historical patterns and development trends

The relevance of this study lies in the fact that a holistic urban organism is crucial for meeting the needs of city residents. The article examines Moscow’s boundaries at different periods in its history. It reveals the specific principles underlying the formation of Moscow’s constituent parts, linked to the spatial and functional properties of the individual settlements it encompasses. The evolution of vital needs has led to a shift in the purpose of boundaries from dividing to connecting.

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