Fontanka River
Description:
The Fontanka River is a place of meetings, confessions of love, romantic walks and many other secrets. Flowing along the city center, it beckons with its history and magnificent sights located along its banks.
Deepening into the history, you can understand where the name of this place originates. Near the river there is a cozy Summer Garden, with many fountains. This is what inspired the idea of the current name. Over time, the depth of the water bottom and the design of the embankment changed. The transformation began in the 18th century. They continue now.
Along the coastline there are wonderful and amazing architectural structures that are of cultural and historical value. These are the Chizhik-Pyzhik monument, the Mikhailovsky Castle, the Great St. Petersburg State Circus, and the Faberge Museum. Many bridges crossing the Fontanka beckon with its splendor and architecture.
There is not enough time to go around and explore all the attractions that can be reached, both by bus, subway, or taxi. It is better to plan the route in advance, and it is better to use the services of a guide.