St. Petersburg is a relatively young city by European and American standards and was founded in 1703 by Peter the Great as his “window on the West”. From the early days of Tsar Peter the Great’s “Venice of the North” to the modern events the city has always bustled with life and intrigue, revolution and mystery, full of dramatic events and major historical facts. For those interested in culture and history, St. Petersburg is the perfect travel destination.
One of the world’s most beautiful cities, St. Petersburg has all what you need for an unforgettable travel experience: high art, abundant architecture, wild nightlife, an amazing history and rich cultural traditions that have encouraged and nurtured some of the modern world’s greatest In literature – Pushkin, Dostoevsky, Griboedov. Music – Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky and Prokofiev. Visual arts – Rastrelly, Montferrand, Rossi, Malevich, From the mysterious twilight of the White Nights to world-beating opera and ballet productions on magical winter evenings, St. Petersburg charms and entices in every season.
St. Petersburg is one of the main cultural, historical and architectural centers of Russia and is world known for its channels and bridges and is often called “Northern Venice”. Many wonderful monuments are situated in St. Petersburg, most known are: St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Kazan’s Cathedral, Peter and Paul’s Fortress, Admiralty, Hermitage, Smolniy Cathedral.
