St. Petersburg is a wonderful city on the Neva, in honor of which the central street and the "heart" of Peter - Nevsky Prospect named. He is amazing and beautiful. You can walk for hours, enjoy his museum beauty and share impressions with random familiar.
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Savior Savior Cathedral - Pearl of the main street of St. Petersburg. This is one of the most impressive Orthodox churches, erected by the grateful Russian people in memory of the deceased Emperor of the state Alexander II, which has canceled the serfdom. The inner decoration of the cathedral amazes indescribable beauty. The first thing that opens with a breath when entering this temple is a magnificent mosaic from the base to the domes. Icons, crucifixes, ornaments and coat of arms of Russian cities - everything is made of the motion of multicolored pieces. By the way, the total area of \u200b\u200bthe facade mosaic carpet is approximately 400 square meters.
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The Stroganovsky Palace is the most beautiful structure of the Nevsky Prospect, which has been preserved from the middle of the XVIII century to the present day in almost the original form. At one time, the generous owners of the house, Stroganov, arranged the so-called "open lunches" for a poor citizens (by the way, "Beefstoganov" - the recipe for this family). Now the luxurious building with a magnificent stucco on the facade and huge windows is considered the best example of Russian Baroque and is a branch of the State Russian Museum. The palace is open to visitors who want to enjoy the indescribable beauty of the interiors of the XVIII century. A modern chocolate shop-museum is located in the arch of the structure, which is called the most "delicious" boutique of Peter.
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In Russia, the living room of the courtyards called the scene and commerce sites of merchants (their named "guests"). The largest in St. Petersburg was the living courtyard, located on the corner of Nevsky and Sadovaya Street. Today, this seating yard is the largest shopping city with a vintage atmosphere, a real paradise for shopaholics, because at an acceptable value you can buy everything here - from elegant jewelry to everyday necessary things. Get out without buying from here is unreal!
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Singer's house (now a book book) on Nevsky Prospect Peter is a magnificent model of modern. The building was built in 1904 by order of the leading manufacturer of sewing machines - the legendary German "Singer". The high-rise structure with an elegant tower, decorated with a glass globe, creates the impression of the "skyscraper", but at the same time completely does not overshadow the domes located next to the Kazan Cathedral. The interior of the Singer House is decorated with a rich ornament from wrought bronze, and on the facade of the building lined with natural stone, sculptures are established - symbols of the sewing industry. In the time of the USSR, it was opened a huge bookstore, therefore and renamed the book of the book.
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Cafe-Jelateria "Venice" is also considered one of the attractions of Nevsky Prospect. This establishment was loved by Petersburgers, and tourists for a pleasant atmosphere, delicious delicacies and unobtrusive service. Separate praise deserve homemade Italian ice cream (from classic strawberry to mint and tomato), refreshing sorbes and airbags. A cup of fragrant coffee will help to warm up and cheered after a fascinating excursion along the Nevsky Prospect.
Native Petersburgers say that the walk through Nevsky soothes the heart and soul. Do not even doubt - you will have five minutes to fall in love with this delightful street forever.
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