Peter the Great, tsar of all Russia, wanted to give new impetus to the Empire. He fashioned a jewel that could compete with large European cities: Saint Petersburg. It became capital in 1712, and during the reign of the Romanov dynasty, it continued to become more and more beautiful. Dethroned in favor of Moscow by the Soviet Government, St. Petersburg is far from losing its luster. Crossed by the Neva and multiple channels, it consists of 42 islands. That's why it's romantically called "Venice of the North." St. Petersburg is more than just a city, it is a museum city. The baroque and neoclassicism give it unparalleled beauty. It seems to be made of palaces, imperial residences, museums, theaters, cathedrals, parks ... A walk along Nevsky Prospekt, the banks of the Neva, the channels or visit to the imperial residences will let you appreciate all their splendours. Also known for its white nights, St. Petersburg welcomes travelers throughout the year. Discover it and succumb to its charm.
Country: Russia,
Location: Western Russia,
Status: Russia's second largest city,
Population: 4 600 310 inhabitants (2010 Census),
Area: 1 439 sq km,
Rivers: Neva,
Year of adding to Unesco's World Heritage List: 1990,
Climate: humid continental. Hot summers, cold winters. Springs and falls are short
12 days / May - October / Discovery tour
6 days / December - January / Discovery tour
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