About St. Petersburg :

Sunday, February 25, 2007

St. Petersburg is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is often referred to as the Venice of the North or the Paris of the East, but its beauty is really a brand all its own. From the White Nights festival during the mysterious summer twilight to top theater and ballet productions and concerts on magical winter evenings, the city offers a vibrant cultural life that is second to none. And Saint-Petersburg.Com is your St. Petersburg information source. Here you will find everything to plan your trip to this dynamic city.

A Living Museum
Attractions in St. Petersburg overwhelm even the most seasoned travelers. From the State Hermitage Museum and the Mariinsky Theater to splendid suburban palaces and dozens of smaller museums, today's St. Petersburg is here to explore and enjoy.

St. Petersburg's most renowned novelist Fyodor Dostoyevsky in perhaps his greatest novel "The Brothers Karamazov" wrote about three brothers who represent three worlds: the intellectual, the spiritual, and the sensual. And no matter which world you more closely identify with, we believe that modern St. Petersburg offers a fascinating juxtaposition of all these worlds, which will make your stay here a unique and memorable one.

Whether you are walking along one of the Venice of the North's many picturesque canals or the wide Neva River during a dreamy white night, taking in the world-renowned ballet at the Mariinsky Theater on a magical winter evening, enjoying an early autumn afternoon in one the city's outstanding suburban parks, or delighting in the world-class art collection at the Hermitage Museum, you are sure to appreciate the unique beauty and rich culture of the city on the Neva.


Northern Capital Heritage

At 300, St. Petersburg is young by European standards, yet the city has an impressive history. From the times of Peter I through the Siege of Leningrad, the city has lived a dramatic and rich life.

More than Caviar
You'll find a rich selection of hearty Russian and tasty European and sumptuous international cuisine served in colorful, festive and unique restaurants throughout the Northern Capital.


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