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St Petersburg

St Petersburg is relatively young if judged by Russian or European standards, founded in 1703 it has celebrated its 300 th anniversary in 2003. It is the most abstract and intentional city on earth, great architects were summoned to the city by the 18 th centurty empressess to build palaces of marble, malachite, and gold. Unlike some cities it was not created by a process of gradual, graceful development but was forcibly constructed stone by stone under the force and direction of Peter the Great for whose patron saint the city is named.

The city’s beauty is the buildings, the canals and the rivers which cross Nevsky prospekt. Like Venice to which is often compared is certainly Russia’s first city in terms of beauty. Some of the main attractions in the city are the Theaters which are a celebration of beauty, refinement, good taste and accomplished professionalism. Outstanding stage design and costumes, powerfully acted performances varied repertoire is what one can expect and there are around 39 theatres of various types including the concert halls, opera and ballet, musical and comedy. The city houses some fantastic museums, it has about 100 museums many of which are located in the historical center of the city in the magnificent building. The modern art galleries where innovative artists present their pictures is a place of colour magnificence and artists imagination is also a place whichis worth visiting.

Accommodation is in plenty ranging from apartments, hotels, hostels and real estate agencies which are quite cheaper and it is filled to capacity during the peak seasons and it is advisable for the visitors to book their accommodation several weeks in advance. Restaurants and bars are all available in and around the city serving some delicious foods especially the local dishes.