Russia Saint Petersburg city, Saint Isaac’s Cathedral guided tour

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Sightseeing city tour of St.Petersburg

St. Petersburg is one of the most beautiful and majestic cities in the world. The best architects from France and Italy were invited by Peter I to create it. Today, centuries later, tourists will be able to admire their work. A sightseeing tour gives an idea of ​​the main attractions of the city.

Peter and Paul Fortress

The day the construction of the fortress begins is considered the day the city was founded on the Neva. This is the historical center of St. Petersburg, which is located on Hare Island. On the territory of the Peter and Paul Fortress you can learn about the history of the city, as well as visit the Peter and Paul Cathedral, the Mint, where money is still being printed, the tomb where all the Russian emperors rest.

Palace Square

The architectural ensemble of the main square of the city arose in the second half of the 18th century. Today, concerts, parades dedicated to the city’s anniversary, athletics runs and festivities during the celebration of festive dates are held on the square. On the square there is the Winter Palace, the former residence of Russian emperors. The Winter Palace was built in the Baroque style by the architect Rastrelli.

Nevsky Avenue

The main street of St. Petersburg stretches for 4 kilometers from the Admiralty to the Alexander Nevsky Lavra. Nevsky Avenue was one of the first streets of the new capital, and today it is the hallmark of the city. It has a large number of architectural masterpieces, luxurious mansions, museums, theaters, canals and bridges.

Church of the Savior on Blood

The Orthodox church was built on the site of the assassination of Emperor Alexander II and is a kind of monument to the martyr king. The temple was created on the model of traditional Russian architecture and externally resembles St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow. For decor, Italian marble, jasper, and gilded copper were used. Inside the temple you can admire the mosaic compositions created by prominent Russian artists.

Saint Isaac’s Cathedral

The largest Orthodox church in Russia and the fourth largest church in the world is located on St. Isaac’s Square. It is famous for its size and rich interior. Valuable breeds of stone were used for interior decoration: malachite, marble, lapis lazuli. The paintings and sculptures of the cathedral were created by famous Russian artists.
During the tour there is an opportunity to see the city from a bird’s flight, climbing to the Colonnade.
The Colonnade of St. Isaac’s Cathedral consists of 24 columns. Each of them weighs about 67 tons. The height of the columns is 14 meters. The colonnade also has 12 windows. The height of the colonnade is 43 meters, which corresponds to the height of a 14-story building.
To go up, you need to overcome several hundred steps on a spiral staircase. Upstairs there is an observation deck from where breathtaking views of the central part of Saint Petersburg are opened.