Petrovsky Gate
Description:
Petrovsky Gate is rightly called a unique monument of Russian Baroque. Built in 1708.
The author of the project was the Italian architect and engineer Domenico Trezzini. Initially, they were made of wood and decorated with carved decoration, but in 1718 they were rebuilt in stone. It was the main (triumphal) entrance to the fortress. The height of the structure is 16 meters, the thickness is about 20 meters.
It was built in honor of the victory over the Swedish troops. For a long time it was the only entrance. You can see beautiful sculptures, unique bas-reliefs. Not all of these elements have reached us. Named after the Russian Tsar Peter the Great. Moreover, in the middle part there is a sculpture of the Apostle Peter, who holds the keys to the fortress in his hand. Near him are two figures of Athena – a peaceful woman and a warrior. The gate is crowned by the coat of arms of Russia.
You can get there by metro 2.5, by city bus 191, 46, 49, by tram 40, 6.
