Saint Petersburg

Before you is a beautifully illustrated guide to the cultural capital of Russia. Its author, Yuri Nezhinsky, a native St. Petersburg resident, Ph.D. in history, and experienced tour guide, invites you to take an exciting stroll through the most interesting... places in St. Petersburg and its surroundings. The city on the Neva, the Northern capital, the Northern Venice, the City of three revolutions, the Northern Palmyra... The majestic St. Petersburg impresses travelers with its architectural and artistic monuments, an abundance of water spaces, and its unique atmosphere, luxurious palaces, and imperial residences. Take a look at the quiet streets, climb the observation decks, learn about the city's inhabitants, and St. Petersburg will reveal its secrets and share its hidden thoughts with you. This edition will be a wonderful gift both for residents and guests of St. Petersburg, as well as for those who love to travel virtually, immersing themselves in an informative narrative and expressive photographs. On the pages of this book: • Informative routes through the city and its surroundings • Significant events and mystical facts • Personalities and eras • Masterpieces of architecture • Historical monuments • Colorful photographs