St. Petersburg a historic city
St. Petersburg is the perfect destination for those who wish to immerse themselves in the past of Tsarist Russia.
It all started in 1703, Pierre Legrand ordered the construction of the new capital of Russia on the banks of the Neva. A city out of the ground, it will be a copy of the most beautiful European cities.
In Russia they say that Moscow's intelligence, but St. Petersburg beauty. Unless St. Petersburg is the most beautiful and smartest city in Russia ...
Historians have often said that it is with Pierre Legrand Russia entered the history of Europe. St. Petersburg is the symbol.
In Russia they say that Moscow's intelligence, but St. Petersburg beauty. Unless St. Petersburg is the most beautiful and smartest city in Russia ...
Historians have often said that it is with Pierre Legrand Russia entered the history of Europe. St. Petersburg is the symbol.
St. Petersburg is also the city of the Russian Revolution, the uprising of sailors in October 1917.
The city became the cradle of the revolution.
The city became the cradle of the revolution.
This city suffered during the twentieth century. Repression of cultural and artistic circles, bruised and beleaguered city during the Second World War, St. Petersburg is a magical city with eternal perfumes.
HERE ARE 10 THINGS MUST DO A PETERSBURG
1. The State Hermitage Museum
It is the most influential Russian Museum is the most emblematic building of the city, in short, this is where to go, to feel the emotions arising from the past. This palace has now become museum will charm you.
The vast esplanade - Palais instead of around the Hermitage and the river Neva gives an impressive dimension to this architectural ensemble. You almost want to dance the night on the water too.
St. Petersburg is a dream with open eyes.
The vast esplanade - Palais instead of around the Hermitage and the river Neva gives an impressive dimension to this architectural ensemble. You almost want to dance the night on the water too.
St. Petersburg is a dream with open eyes.
2. Our Lady of Kazan Cathedral
An impressive row of columns, much like that of the Vatican square in Rome. The Kazant Cathedral is a building with oversized volumes.
You have to see this place by day in the snow, but also at night, but also during the fall of the balmy summer evenings. Unable to depart, impossible to forget the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan.
Inside the smell of incense and burnt wax finish to convince the most skeptical.
3. Neva
Neva? This is the river that runs through St. Petersburg, it is she who gives a charm to the city, it is she who disperses into multiple smaller channels to finally end with a massive and unstoppable mass.
Along the Neva you will in turn marveled at the tall ships as Seedov, bridges that open into two at night to let the boats between 1 and 5 am.
Admire the rostral columns, columns are red-rimmed with black.
The mansions of Russian shipowners of the time, discreet and captivating mansions.
The mansions of Russian shipowners of the time, discreet and captivating mansions.
4. The Mariinsky theater
The greatest star dancers, musicians and actors from Russia are given an appointment at the Mariinsky.
This is the theater of the Russian intelligentsia, the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow has better watch out.
This is the theater of the Russian intelligentsia, the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow has better watch out.
This theater was built in 1860, instead of the old circus. The result is an imposing scene forcing choreographers to rethink the use of space.The scenic rendering is then recognized by all as being exceptional.
5. Perspektiv Nevski
This is the most beautiful avenue of St. Petersburg, the central artery. Palaces, cathedrals, arches, Moscow station, shops etc.
The Perspektiv Nevsky is the place to be. You have to let wander aimlessly on your right and at one time or another you will attract a small bridge and the background the Cathedral Saint-Sauveur.
6. The Resurrection Cathedral - Saint-Sauveur Cathedral on the Spilled Blood
The Cathedral's construction dates back to 1881 and Alexander II. While it is Russian Tsar was assassinated.
Alexander III, his successor then decided to erect a religious place at the scene of the attack.
Alexander III, his successor then decided to erect a religious place at the scene of the attack.
Work began in 1884 and ended in 1907 or 24 years after. The Cathedral is located beside the Griboyedov Canal.
When looking at this cathedral is not unlike that of the Red Square Blessed Basil's Cathedral in Moscow.
Twisted multicolored domes, its facade covered with multiple openings, its golden bulbs of this cathedral are a masterpiece of neo-Russian art.
7. Metro St Petersburg
This is one of the deepest subway in the world. Indeed Saint Petersburg was built on marshland, it was necessary to dig very deeply.
Historically the Russian metros have a second utility, in case of war they could serve as shelter against the bombing. or even atomic shelters.
Historically the Russian metros have a second utility, in case of war they could serve as shelter against the bombing. or even atomic shelters.
8. The Smolny Cathedral
Ideally situated on the banks of the Neva, this is probably one of the most beautiful cathedrals of St. Petersburg. Blue and white is extremely simple and dated XIX century.
However it should be noted that if construction lasted almost a century ... It began in 1748 to be completed in 1835.
However it should be noted that if construction lasted almost a century ... It began in 1748 to be completed in 1835.
Note its confiscation by the Soviet regime who made a concert hall and exhibition. She was returned to the Orthodox Church in 2010.
9. The Peterhof Palace
Summer residence of the tsars, located a few dozen kilometers from the center of Saint-Palais Petersbourgn what is beautiful and worth a detour.
Also visit the park and its many fountains that operate only in summer. You will also have the pleasure of observing the Gulf of Finland.
If you have time to make a detour by the Alexandria park, you can admire a small fine church planted in the park.
Also visit the park and its many fountains that operate only in summer. You will also have the pleasure of observing the Gulf of Finland.
If you have time to make a detour by the Alexandria park, you can admire a small fine church planted in the park.
10. Vasilevsky Island
this island you can barefoot market in the Neva. It's also a favorite spot for Petersburgers to take sunbathing between April and October ...
If you have time, you can also see:
The large market Kuznechny the Alexandrinsky Theatre, the Alexander Column, the island of Kronstadt, street Malaia Konuchennaia, the State Major General, the Peter and Paul fortress.
The street of the architect Rossi tribute to the canons of ancient
architecture, but you can go strolling in the heart of the famous architect Rossi Street, a street with perfect proportions (length, width, height)
This is an architectural wonder, in a minimalist style and perfect symmetry.
architecture, but you can go strolling in the heart of the famous architect Rossi Street, a street with perfect proportions (length, width, height)
This is an architectural wonder, in a minimalist style and perfect symmetry.
Its length is 220 meters to 22 meters wide, the facades of the two sides are symmetrical and the end of the street an imposing building gives the impression that this street is only a dead end.
This street is located between the Fontanka and Alexandrinsky theater
Get lost in the maze of courtyards in the center of St. Petersburg.
Photo credits: Overnight stopover - Yann
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