Visit Russia and specifically the city of St. Petersburg, here are 10 reasons why we advise you not to miss it during a trip to this beautiful country, here's what to see.
One of the most beautiful and fascinating cities in Europe, rich in history and culture. To be discovered in all its nuances, here are ten things to see.
1. History
The Russia must be seen at least once in a lifetime and St. Petersburg fully reflects one of the most fascinating cities in Europe. It has an eventful history, an extraordinary architectural heritage and one of the largest and most important museums in the world.
2. Longest road in Europe
Walking on one of the longest roads in Europe (4.5km): Nevsky Prospect. This boulevard is filled with historic shops, businesses, cafes and patisseries. It is to be done from start to finish on foot to enjoy fantastic landscapes. It is a lively place both day and night. Walking on this street you can admire various masterpieces: the Russian National Library, Ostrovskji Square and the Anickov Bridge.
3. Hermitage
Visit the museum Hermitage, one of the most important in the world that includes 3 million works of art including: Caravaggio, Raphael, Leonardo da Vicni, Picazzo, Cezanne, Renoir, Van Gogh.
4. St. Isaac's Cathedral
Admire the St. Isaac's Cathedral: imposing and opulent with gold, marble and lapis lazuli. The church is one of the most visited attractions in the city, you can admire a splendid panorama at 43 m high.
Saint-Petersburg. Winter Palace
5. Winter Palace
Visit the Winter Palace: is the most famous building in St. Petersburg, overlooking the monumental People's Square. The palace was the winter residence of the tsars.
6. Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
Marvel at the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood: here is finally a church with the so-called 'onion domes' typical of Russia. It is certainly one of the symbols of the city, where you can admire the famous and unique collection of mosaics that cover all the internal walls of the church.
7. Fortress of Saints Peter and Paul
Run across the fortress of Saints Peter and Paul: the city fortress built on the islet of the Neva delta (a military complex), where the foundations of the city of St. Petersburg were laid.
8. Cruise on the Neva
See the completely frozen river take a small cruise on the Neva and its icebreaker.
9. White Nights
If you are lucky enough to visit St. Petersburg in June you will enjoy the famous ones Sleepless nights, a fascinating atmospheric phenomenon that on summer nights tinges the sky of St. Petersburg with a particular light and a magical atmosphere.
10. Russian cuisine
Sample all Russian cuisine, full of flavors. Appetizers of smoked salmon, cold meat herring and the prestigious caviar. Vegetable and meat soups are a must. It is worth going to St. Petersburg just to eat at the restaurant "Idiot", inspired by the famous Russian writer Dostoevskji. A dark and fascinating place where the cuisine is typical Russian and very good and at every course you can taste the famous Russian vodka: getting up from the table will be a unique experience.
