Russian Admiralty

The architecture in St Petersburg is truly astonishing but I think this is part of my favourite building. This is the stunning gold spire of the Admiralty Building, HQ of the Russian Navy.
The architecture in St Petersburg is truly astonishing but I think this is part of my favourite building. This is the stunning gold spire of the Admiralty Building, HQ of the Russian Navy.
May 2011 Admiralty building, St. Petersburg, Russia The dome spires are a trademark of Russian clasicisism architecture. The most famous in St. Petersburg is the tower spire of the Admiralty building from first half of 18th century. It is plated in gold and called the Admiralty needle. The Admiralty was founded in 1704 under the rule of the Tsar Peter the Great and it was the headquarters of the Emperor's Navy as well as the docks. Across the Neva river you can see another mighty spire of the Peter and Paul Cathedral on the island with a fortress bearing the same name. You can enjoy this view from the rooftop arcade of near St. Isaac's Cathedral.

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Alexander Garden

5/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Alexander Garden during your travels to St. Petersburg. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Admiralty Building showing a statue or sculpture

Admiralty Building

4/5(12 reviews)

A historic naval landmark, this stately building is a formidable reminder of Russia’s naval might.

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Bronze Horseman which includes a statue or sculpture

Bronze Horseman

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Russia’s most famous czar, Peter the Great, still watches over St. Petersburg from this majestic statue on Admiralty Embankment.

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Admiralty Embankment showing a statue or sculpture

Admiralty Embankment

Running alongside the Neva River in St. Petersburg city center, this picturesque boulevard is packed with imposing buildings and important monuments.

Admiralty Embankment
St. Isaac\'s Cathedral showing a city and a statue or sculpture

St. Isaac's Cathedral

4.5/5(90 reviews)

This cathedral has a commanding position in the St. Petersburg cityscape and the views from it are just as stunning as its decadent interior.

St. Isaac's Cathedral
Palace Bridge featuring a river or creek and a bridge

Palace Bridge

Watch the raising of one of St. Petersburg’s most well-known bridges, an event that brings out the party spirit in locals and visitors alike.

Palace Bridge

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