Palace Square
Center of St. Petersburg, Russia
Description:
The Palace Square is the main attraction of the city on the Neva River, a beautiful architectural ensemble where tourists and citizens like to walk.
It is named after the Winter Palace, which is located in this place.
Architect K.I. Rossi in 1819 created a whole project of development of the area. The existing buildings were added to the new structures: Main Staff, Arc de Triomphe. In 1834, in honor of the victory of the Russian Empire over Napoleon's army, the Alexander Column appeared. At the top of the column is a sculpture of an angel, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. Project author Auguste Montferrand.
The Winter Palace is located on nine hectares of land, has more than 1500 halls. This is the winter residence of the Emperor’s family. Its windows overlook the famous square. It was on this square that one of the tragedies of Russia, Bloody Sunday, took place. This ensemble is considered a UNESCO heritage.
Nowadays, festivals, concerts and other cultural events are held on the central square.
You can get by metro to the Admiralty station. Nevsky Prospekt will lead you to this amazing place.
Included in tour routes (4)
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