Nevsky Prospekt. The Main Street of the City

Our next walk will take place along the main street of St. Petersburg — the majestic and unique Nevsky Prospekt. We will leisurely walk through its oldest part, located between the Admiralty and the Fontanka River. Towards the Anichkov Bridge, our route will follow the even, southwest side of the avenue, while on the way back, towards Palace Square, we will walk along the odd, northeast side. However, before starting the walk, the author will tell in detail about the history of the street's origin and development. This history is remarkably rich and endlessly interesting, as it is already over three hundred years old…