1-Day Vsevolozhsky Marvel: Palaces & Cathedrals

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by Wyatt

May 8, 2024 · 1 min read

Vsevolozhsky District 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day journey through the Vsevolozhsky District, where history and artistry collide. Start your day at the majestic Winter Palace, a symbol of imperial opulence that will captivate you for the entire day with its grand halls and extensive art collections. As the former residence of Russian monarchs, this palace is a treasure trove of cultural heritage. After immersing yourself in royal splendor, step into the spiritual serenity of the Savior on the Spilled Blood. Spend two hours admiring the intricate mosaics and the historical significance of this church built on the site where Emperor Alexander II was fatally wounded. This itinerary offers a glimpse into Russia's past, filled with architectural brilliance and poignant stories, all within the span of a single day.

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1 Day in Vsevolozhsky District Itinerary: Day 1

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Winter Palace

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Begin your Vsevolozhsky adventure at the majestic Winter Palace, a regal testament to Russia's imperial past. As the first stop of the day, this grandiose palace sets the tone for a journey through history and opulence. Spend your day exploring the former official residence of the Russian monarchs, now housing part of the Hermitage Museum's extensive art collection. Marvel at the palace's baroque architecture, lavish interiors, and the wealth of art and culture that resides within its walls. The Winter Palace is not just a feast for the eyes; it's a deep dive into the luxurious lifestyle of the tsars and a cornerstone of St. Petersburg's cultural heritage.

Attraction Info

  • Dvortsovaya Naberezhnaya, 32, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 190000
  • Suggested tour duration: 0.5-1 day
  • Open on Wed-Thu, Sun,11:00am-6:00pm;Open on Tue, Fri-Sat,11:00am-8:00pm,Closed on January 1st and May 9th, the specific business status is subject to the opening situation on that day

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Savior on the Spilled Blood

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After immersing yourself in the royal grandeur of the Winter Palace, continue your cultural exploration to the Savior on the Spilled Blood. This historic building is a mere stone's throw away and offers a contrasting architectural experience with its traditional Russian style. Spend a couple of hours admiring the church's intricate mosaics, onion domes, and the poignant history behind its construction, which commemorates the assassination spot of Emperor Alexander II. The church's vibrant colors and elaborate details make it a photographer's dream and a must-visit landmark that encapsulates the spirit of St. Petersburg.

Attraction Info

  • Griboyedov channel embankment, 2Б, St Petersburg, Russia191186
  • Suggested tour duration: 2 hour
  • Open on Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun,10:00am-6:00pm;Closed on Wed;Open from 01/01-09/30,Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun,6:00pm-10:30pm

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Top Things to Do in Vsevolozhsky District-2024

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Winter Palace
Winter Palace
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Highlights:
The gorgeous Winter Palace was once the private museum of Empress Catherine II, and now it is one of the four largest museums in the world along with the British Museum in London, the Louvre in Paris and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. There are more than 3 million collections in the museum, all of which are works of art from home and abroad, such as oil paintings, statues, carpets, furniture and handicrafts. There are 400 exhibition halls and showrooms, including ancient Greek bottle painting art, ancient Roman art The three-part collection of sculpture art and Western European art is well-known in the world collection circle. The Winter Palace was built in 1754, covering an area of 90,000 square meters and a total of 1,057 rooms. It is a very distinctive Russian Baroque building in St. Petersburg. Here, the gorgeous grand palace with green walls and white columns decorated with golden reliefs unfolds in a row, magnificent yet calm. The exhibition is divided into 7 parts: primitive cultural history, ancient Greek and Roman culture and art, oriental national culture and art, Russian culture, Western European art history, coins, and crafts. It is 30 kilometers long, so it is known as the longest art gallery in the world. Not to be missed: The Mummy of Egypt (Room 100), The Peacock Clock (Room 204), Leonardo da Vinci's "Portrait of the Virgin" (Room 214), Rembrandt's "The Return of the Prodigal Son" (Room 254), Rubens' Perseus and Andromeda (Hall 246), Raphael Promenade (Hall 227). Halls 333-350 on the second floor contain many art treasures from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including masterpieces by Matisse and Picasso, which are worth a visit.
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Savior on the Spilled Blood
Savior on the Spilled Blood
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The Cathedral of Spilled Blood is located by the Griboyedov Canal, adjacent to the Mikhailovsky Garden and the Russian Museum. It is a rare authentic Russian architecture in St. Petersburg. In 1811, Tsar Alexander II was killed by members of the "will of the people" due to the failure of the revolution. Between 1883 and 1907, the Cathedral on Spilled Blood was built on the site of the Tsar's death, hence the name. The design of the Cathedral on Spilled Blood draws on the style of the Cathedral of St. Basil's Ascension. The colorful "onion head" roof is very eye-catching. The height of the chapel is about 81 meters high, which is quite majestic. The chapel is also elegant in outline and richly decorated, inlaid with intricate and vividly coloured image patterns, accompanied by richly coloured patterned tiles and enamel bronze panels. Among them, the gilded onion heads are famous all over the world. The whole church can be photographed from the other side of the Riboyetov Canal. The interior of the Cathedral of Spilled Blood is decorated with more than 7,000 square meters of exquisite mosaics, mainly depicting scenes and characters from the stories of the Bible. These mosaics are exquisitely processed from Italian-made marbles of different colors and Russian-made gems. Nearly 30 artists participated in the production, which can be regarded as artistic masterpieces. A marble bust of Shatrov stands where the Tsar was killed, as a memorial to Alexander II. There is a small market next to the Cathedral of Spilled Blood, where there are many souvenirs about the Cathedral and Russian characteristics. Near the church is the entrance to the Mikhailovsky Garden, which also leads to the Russian State Museum. If you have enough time, you can visit.
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Neva River
Neva River
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The Neva Rver, in northwestern Russia, flows from Lake Ladoga all the way through the western region of Leningrad Oblast, to the Neva Bay of the Gulf of Finland.
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St. Isaac's Cathedral
St. Isaac's Cathedral
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St. Isaac's Cathedral, also known as Isaac's Cathedral, is the largest church in northern Russia. The entire church has a magnificent architectural shape and is regarded as an outstanding work of late Russian classical architecture. It is one of the four cathedrals in the world. The church's altitude of about 100 meters is equivalent to the height of a 30-story building, and its golden "onion head" dome can be seen even in the distance. The entire church space can accommodate nearly 12,000 people at the same time. The majestic and grand architectural style is vividly interpreted. There are more than 10 huge stone pillars on each of the four sides of the church, each stone pillar weighing 120 tons, supporting the carved gables in double rows. The exterior wall of the church is veneered with gray marble, and the interior is decorated with precious minerals such as colored marble, malachite, and lapis lazuli. The gold used for decoration alone amounts to 410 kilograms, including about 100 kilograms used for gilding the outside of the dome. Since its completion in 1858, the church has not been re-gilded, but the dazzling posture of the dome is still enough to amaze visitors. The church was severely damaged in World War II, and it took more than 20 years to restore it to its present appearance after the war. On the polished granite pillars, bullet-riddled imprints can still be seen, which were not repaired during the restoration project, in order to warn future generations not to forget the past.
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Vsevolozhsky District 1 Day Itinerary