Friday, March 29, 2013

St. Petersburg: Best sights in the city

The massive dome of St. Isaac's Cathedral is made of 100 kilos of pure gold. Designed and built by French architect Auguste de Montferrand and completed in 1858, it can be seen far out into the Gulf of Finland. The green and white building in the foreground is the Winter Palace. Home to Russian czars from 1732 to 1917, it now houses the Hermitage Museum.

(CNN) -- Sometimes referred to as the Paris of the East, St. Petersburg showcases a spectacular history from czarist Russia to the present day.

Established in 1703 by Czar Peter the Great, St. Petersburg lives up to its reputation as Russia's cultural capital, with spectacular palaces, churches and museums.

Scroll through the gallery for highlights.

Tourist information: www.saint-petersburg.com


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