Visiting the Fountains of Peterhof

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Posted June 25, 2009  /   By admin  /  0 Comments

From the entrance of the Peterhof estate we have been surprised of the big number of fountains. They are turned on early in the morning and shut down at 18:00 (6:00 PM). The fountains are one of Russia’s most famous tourist attractions, drawing millions of visitors every year. Fountains were intrinsic to Peter the Great’s …

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Visiting Monplaisir

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Peter the Great’s pet project at Peterhof was this small but charming summer palace, which the Tsar designed by and for himself, although he sought the help of several architects to do so. If you arrive in Peterhof by boat, Monplaisir is one of the first sights to greet you. Sitting in the eastern corner …

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Visiting Peterhof Park and Gardens

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As we pass the castle in front we can see the fountains and the big park. The spectacular parkland at Peterhof is remarkable for the mix of styles embedded in its design. Peterhof is like an encyclopedia of park design through the age of empire. Particularly impressive is the fact that the master landscapers and …

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Visiting Peterhof (Petrodvorets)

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Posted June 24, 2009  /   By admin  /  0 Comments

Second day of our visit at St. Petersburg is dedicated visiting Peterhof. We left early in the morning. Near the Baltic train station is a bus station from where each 10 minutes a bus leaves for Peterhof. For 60 rubles you can jump in one of them and spend 45 min watching the St. Petersburg …

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Visiting Sankt Petersburg

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Posted June 23, 2009  /   By admin  /  0 Comments

This summer we had the chance to visit St. Petersburg (Peter). We went for the mysterious twilight of the White Nights and to visit the famous Hermitage Museum. Sankt Petersburg is the northernmost major city of the world and one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Peter has all the ingredients for an unforgettable travel …

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