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Welcome to Saint-Petersburg!
St. Petersburg has changed its name three times during its history: Petersburg to Petrograd in World War I, then to Leningrad after the Revolution and, finally, back to Petersburg in 1992. St. Petersburg has often been called the Northern Venice or Palmyra of the North, a testament to its architectural perfection and harmony of the city views.
Saint-Petersburg City Information:
Founded: May 27th, 1703 by Peter The Great.
Population: Approximately 4.5 million people.
Climate: transitional from sea to continental, mild and humid.
Area: 1400 km2 divided into 19 districts and 5 suburban areas.
Location: Along the banks of the Neva River and the shores of the Finnish Gulf in northwest Russia
Links: 1 International Airport, 2 Domestic Airports, 5 Railway Stations with both domestic and international destinations, 1 Sea Port on the Finnish Gulf, 4 Metro Lines with 58 stations, 1 River Port on the Neva River
Why Visit St. Petersburg?
Built along the Neva River and adjoining tributaries, St. Petersburg is truly a city of waterways and bridges. With over 580 bridges spanning more than 90 canals and rivers, the tree lined embankments are an ever present highlight of St. Petersburg's center, while during the summer months, the nightly raising of the bridges over the Neva River emphasizes the Old World charm of St. Petersburg.
Marvelous and beautiful buildings, from Imperial palaces to the latest trends of modern architecture, create a magical atmosphere of ageless permanence and contemporary diversity. At the center of it all, Nevskiy Prospekt is St. Petersburg's main street and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful streets in the world.
Due to St. Petersburg's location in the northern latitudes of Europe, each year around Mid Summer's Eve, the days are both long and bright and have come to be known as the White Nights. During this period, May 25th to July 17th, the majesty of St. Petersburg especially shines forth for visitors and residents alike.
The cultural life of St. Petersburg is an around the clock adventure with a never ending choice of events, exhibitions, concerts, festivals, competitions, premieres, and performances which shouldn't be missed!
Major attractions include the world famous State Hermitage - home to one of the world's finest art collections; Peterhof Palace - Peter the Great's country estate; and the Mariinsky Theatre - renowned for the excellence of its ballet and opera. Masterpieces of genius creation are but a step away!
St. Petersburg is home to more than 200 museums, 45 galleries and exhibition halls, and 150 theatres. Each year more than 100 festivals and competitions are held in the city, including more than 50 international events.
At the center of Russia's history and culture for three centuries, St. Petersburg has been an Imperial City, a City of Revolutions, a City of Heroes, a City of Art, a City Science, and more!
St. Petersburg is also a dynamic city of the present with a rapidly growing economy, modern conveniences, and an eye to the future. Here you will find the latest trends of modern fashion, cozy cafes and superb restaurants, quaint shops and boutiques, nightclubs and bars, and casinos. Regardless of the time of day, there is always someplace to go, something to do in St. Petersburg!
St. Petersburg is well known as a city of Romance - a city of lovers, of writers and poets, of gourmets and aesthetic. We invite you to feel its magic and experience something special!
St. Petersburg is the place to be!
Whether you are planning your first trip to St. Petersburg or have been here many times we are pleased to offer to you our services:
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