Historical Wonders & Cultural Marvels: A Tour Through Sankt-Peterburg

A grand ducal palace in Saint Petersburg, Russia, featuring Empire style neoclassicism, now housing the main building of the Russian Museum and displaying collections of early, folk, eighteenth, and nineteenth century art.

Russian Museum: A renowned art museum showcasing Russian fine art from the 10th century to the 21st century, covering various genres, including old Russian icon painting and contemporary art.

A historic bank founded in 1866, the Moscow Merchant Bank was a major financial institution in the Russian Empire, financing textile enterprises and holding significant assets until its absorption into the State Bank in 1917.

A vast department store and one of the first shopping arcades in the world, featuring over 100 shops across 53,000 square meters.Constructed over 28 years, the complex underwent significant changes in design and expansions throughout the centuries.

A Neoclassical and Neo-Renaissance town hall, the Saint Petersburg City Duma was established in 1785 and features a distinctive Italianate tower, hosting high-profile events and serving as the city's governing body until 1918.

A stunning cathedral of the Russian Orthodox Church, the Kazan Cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of Kazan, one of Russia's most venerated icons, featuring ornate columns, sculptures, and icons created by renowned Russian artists.

A Late Baroque palace built in 1753-1754, designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli for Baron Sergei Grigoriyevich Stroganov, featuring ornate facades and interior remodelings by Andrei Voronikhin.

A monumental Neoclassical building with a 580m long bow-shaped facade, designed by Carlo Rossi in the Empire style, and built in 1819-1829. It features a tripartite triumphal arch commemorating Russia's victory over Napoleonic France in the Patriotic War of 1812.

A collection of 126 landmarks, including the historic centre of St. Petersburg, Kronstadt, and various forts, palaces, parks, and canals, recognized for its unique architecture blending Baroque, Neoclassical, and traditional Russian-Byzantine styles.

A historic architectural ensemble, Palace Square is St Petersburg's central city square, connecting Nevsky Prospekt with Palace Bridge, hosting many significant events, and featuring iconic buildings, including the Winter Palace and the Alexander Column.

A digital clock installed in 1905 on the General Staff building with a two-meter round double-sided dial, featuring the inscription "The Main Chamber of the World and Towers. Exact time".

A victory column named in honor of Emperor Alexander I of Russia, commemorating the Russian victory over Napoleon's France in the Patriotic War of 1812.

A Eastern Orthodox church building constructed between 1883 and 1907 as a memorial to Alexander II, who was assassinated nearby.