Small Boutique hotels in ST PETERSBURG

Upon saying St. Petersburg the echoes of imperial Russia and its hectic end come to mind. Capital of the kingdom for two centuries, from its foundation in 1703 by Peter the Great until its fall with the Bolshevik revolution in 1917, the city regained its name after more than half a century as Leningrad.

Today it is a cultural and cosmopolitan city connected to the Baltic Sea, with undeniable historical weight. The city center is located in the Palace Square, the scene of historical events such as the October Revolution. There is the magnificent Winter Palace of the Russian czars, in Baroque style. Another highlight is the Portico of the Atalantes of the New Hermitage.

The Hermitage stands as one of the most famous and huge museums in the world, with an exceptional art gallery and antique collection. The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, built in the place where Tsar Alexander II suffered the attack that ended his life, is captivating with its multicolored decorations and composition.

A boat trip on the canals of St. Petersburg offers another fascinating point of view. Don't miss the Mariinsky Theater devoted to opera and ballet. Explore the Russian State Museum to learn about its art collections: from orthodox iconography to twentieth century avant-garde, with Kandinsky's painting as an emblem.