Articles related to "St Petersburg"

Find all the information you need on traveling in and around St Petersburg, Russia, here, from the Hermitage to the Dostoyevsky Museum and along the Neva River.

The founding of St. Petersburg was part of a process to Westernize Russia.

The cultural capital of Russia, the Northern port-city of Saint Petersburg, is well-known for its historical and aesthetic treasures.

In St Petersburg, the history minded traveler discovers much to see and do.

The unique collection of well over 230 thousand mineral samples is displayed in the twenty halls of one of the richest and most amazing museums on Earth.

Exploring western Russia between Moscow and St Petersburg by cruise boat you'll visit Golden Ring towns like Yaroslavl on the Volga River or Kizhi Island near St Petes.

If you're visiting two of the world's most interesting cities, different despite both lying in Russia,then the Fodor's guide to Moscow and St Petersburg could be useful.

Tips to make an historical trip to St. Petersburg easy and worthwhile.

A plethora of matches on the ATP tour this week. The first round get fully underway today. Whether it is Lyon, St Petersburg or Basel there is a good betting angle.

Ever read Dostoyevsky's "Crime and Punishment"? If not, grab this literary classic now, then visit the Dostoyevsky Memorial Flat and Museum in St Petersburg, Russia.

As advertising revenue shrinks, newspapers may have to start thinking about becoming not-for-profits in order to survive.

On the subject of Romanovs one must also include the mystery of the man often referred to as the Mad Monk, Gregori Rasputin.

Besides the splendor of the art and architecture of Saint Petersburg, the history specific to this city draws visitors from all over the world.

Enjoy the midnight sun in St. Petersburg, in the summertime.

The architecturally minded can revel in the magnificence of the St. Petersburg Winter Palace, built between 1754 and 1762.

A city of bridges and water, St. Petersburg on the Neva River is an archipelago dotted with palaces, museums, and cathedrals reflecting Russian and European influences.

"Tastings" offers a wide selection of wines from around the world available as a tasting or by the glass. A bistro menu adds to the total wine experience.

The Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg is like a city in itself. With 1057 rooms to stroll through admiring art and architecture alike, it's a gallery of adventure.

You can't go wrong planning your visit around the fabulous Palace of Felix Youssoupov. Don't miss the Italian staircase when you go!

Built as the fourth Winter Palace during the reign of Elizabeth and enlarged by Catherine the Great, the Winter Palace on the Neva River was the symbol of Imperial power.

Two summer stories about fish: The Grouper - the one that got away (or was not there to begin with; and The Striper - the one that didn't. It became the life of the party

Conductor Valery Gergiev and the Kirov Orchestra of St. Petersburg bring us fantastical encounters between gods, ogres, and men.

Repin brought the experience of the ordinary Russian into the picture. His work reflects the changing focus of culture in the years leading up to the 1917 revolution.

A profile of scientist Dmitri Mendeleev, Russian chemist and chemical educator credited for discovery of the periodic table of chamical elements.

The Northern port-city of Saint-Petersburg in Russia offers a wide variety of scientific collections gathered in several museums across the city.

Brief biography of Russian composer Mily Balakirev, leader and teacher of 'The Five.' He composed oriental fantasy Islamey.

Clearwater is famed for sand beaches and tropical breezes. Pet friendly hotels welcome canine and feline companions to this vacation paradise.

Russia's offerings are vast, complex and varied. Whether you're interested in a historical tour of her imperial past or something more modern or even kitchy, read on!

St. Petersburg has many attractions, but no visit to this sparkling city would be complete without truly enjoying it's many beaches.

The current European Cup holders and English Champions took on Russian UEFA Cup holders Zenit St. Petersburg in the glamourous setting of Monaco's Stade Louis II stadium.

Alexander Radishchev wrote a book exposing the divide between rich and poor in eighteenth century Russian society. It was a courageous and pioneering publication.

Biography of Russian composer Alexander Borodin, member of 'The Mighty Handful' and a chemical scientist by profession.

Brief biography of Mikhail Glinka - his life and works. Famous for Russian folk-themed opera, Ruslan and Lyudmila. Master of Russian symphonic music.

Euler produced more work and of high quality than any other mathematician in history. His contemporaries dubbed him "Analysis Incarnate."

It's that time of the year again. Cuddle up with those you love at the Four Seasons Centre in Toronto, Ontario to see the spectacle of of dancers, music and imagination.

Life and works of Russian writer Aleksandr Pushkin, considered Russia's greatest poet. Famous for fairy tale "Ruslan and Lyudmila" and masterpiece "Eugene Onegin."

There were many (famous in their time) women pianists who have been forgotten in the twenty- first century. Here are three who were celebrated in their lifetimes.

A string quartet offers warmth and intimacy and the St. Petersburg String Quartet achieves just that atmosphere in their latest album.

Shore excursions in Moscow and Saint Petersburg allow tourists of experiencing the world-famous charm of Russia's top cities in an alternative and entertaining way.

With increasing numbers of travelers are booking tours around Eastern Europe, take a look at the key destinations: places like the Czech Republic, Poland or Hungary.

Born on Christmas Day in 1874, Lina Cavalieri became a legendary opera-singer. She was called the most beautiful woman in the world.

The Baltic state of Estonia still has the Russian influence of its days in the USSR - and if you visit a border town like Narva, the presence of Russia is even clearer.

No other artist has such diversity. From the erotic and strange, to religious and political, Salvador Dali covered it all. He painted, made films and designed clothing.

Taking the Trans-Siberian train across Russia is a travel dream of many. Read on to learn how to make the most of your experience.

Tsarina Elizabeth Petrovna (also known as Yelizaveta and Yelisavet) was the Empress of Russia from 1741 until her death in 1761.

There were many performing classical musicians in the nineteenth century who are virtually unknown today. Their accomplishments are worthy of being retold.

Life and works of Alexander Glazunov. He is famous for ballets The Seasons and Raymonda.

Anton Rubinstein, Russian composer and virtuoso pianist, founder of St Petersburg Conservatory and Russian Musical Society.

Rasputin warned that his death by members of the imperial family would lead to the end of Romanov rule, yet the plot went forward with intriguing results.

The life and works of Russian writer, novelist and playwright Ivan Turgenev, known for his sympathy towards peasants.