St. Petersburg is beautiful and interesting at any time of the year. But it's better to come here in the summer. Then you can admire the fountains, see how bridges are bred, ride in the amazing channels of the city.
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Palace Square - one of the most beautiful areas of the world. The architectural ensemble of the square includes the building of the Winter Palace, the main headquarters building built by a semicircle with an arch, decorated with sculptural compositions, and headquarters of the Guards Corps. In the middle of the square there is a monument to the war 1812, Alexander Colonn.
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In the building of the Winter Palace, which in itself is unusually beautiful, is one of the largest museums of the Hermitage world. Here you can get acquainted not only with artistic collections, but also come to admiration from the interior of the palace. From the main entrance - the Jordanian stairs you will move to the Anfilado of the Parade halls of the Imperial Palace.
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After visiting the Hermitage, stroll around the Neva embankment and in no case do not refuse water excursion. St. Petersburg is often called "Northern Venice". This is not by chance - the city will be drawn at 44 islands, which enhance numerous rivers and channels. Blowing on a boat or a river tram under low bridges, you will see palaces and noble mansions located along the rivers.
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It is difficult to submit St. Petersburg without temples and cathedrals that admire their greatness and inner decoration. Many cathedrals are located in the city center. It saved on the blood (the temple of the Resurrection of the Lord), Kazan and Petropavlovsky Cathedrals, a Smolny Monastery. The symbol of St. Petersburg is St. Isaac's Cathedral. The height of the cathedral is 111.3 m. Among the largest dome cathedrals of the world, Isaacevskaya ranks fourth. From the observation deck of the dome offers a magnificent view of the city.
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Hold the time to visit the palace and park ensemble on the shore of the Gulf of Finland. This is Peterhof and Peterhof Fountains. It is impossible to convey words of impressions from the type of cascade of fountains, decorated with gilded sculptures - it just needs to be seen.
You can return to St. Petersburg again and again, and you can always see something new. After all, in order to visit all museums, temples, city palaces and get acquainted with all the attractions, you need very much and very much time. In June, you can enjoy the romantic of white nights and get unforgettable impressions of breeding bridges. In winter, dedicate the time to visit museums and palaces.
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