Lenin’s Mausoleum was created after Russians flocked to see Vladimir Lenin’s body on display after his death in 1924 and it became clear that it would be a site of pilgrimage for his followers. Today the tomb is still a popular site for visitors to Moscow, with many city tours making it a stop on their itinerary. It’s a somber memorial, and guests are asked to leave phones and cameras outside during their visit as a mark of respect.