WORLD CUP: Moscow a vast and varied destination

MOSCOW (AP) — Moscow is one of the world's largest cities with a population of at least 12 million people — more than many of the countries playing at the World Cup.

Its sheer size gives visitors a vast range of things to do, whether that means bars, museums, ballet or golf. The cavernous Luzhniki arena will host the World Cup's opening game on June 14 and the final on July 15, while the smaller Spartak Stadium will also hold games.

Here's what you need to know:

THE STADIUMS

Luzhniki holds 80,000 people and has played host to key moments in Russian sports history, including the 1980 Olympics and the 2008 Champions League final between Manchester United and Chelsea — best remembered for John Terry's slip-up in the penalty shootout.