St. Petersburg was founded by the first Russian Emperor - Peter the Great on May 27, 1703. It was planned and built as the capital of the newly emerged Russian Empire. Today it is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the middle of summer, there is a unique phenomenon - white nights. For a few weeks, nights are as bright as days. And so cold Venice of the North sparkles like good champagne.

At the thought of Venice of the North, there are images of royal palaces with elegant decoration, luxurious sculptures, fountains, and romantic magic of drawbridges in the light of the White Nights. However, if you veer off of the tourist path you discover the variety of well-yards, churches, and cozy cafes. You can understand the depth of the Saint-Petersburger's soul only learning about the difficult years of the blockade during the Second World War, seeing what they see every day, and doing what they do in their spare time.

It is impossible to imagine Petersburg without the main street - Nevsky Prospect. It never stops. Nevsky Prospect will help you understand how the old coexists with the new, and how modern realities fit into these 18th-century buildings. St. Petersburg - a city of rivers and canals that is why it is often called the Venice of the North. Walking around the city center, you constantly find places from where you can go on an exciting water journey. You can choose a journey to your taste to explore the embankments, facades, and architecture - along the rivers and canals, along the Neva River, or a night journey.

There are three things to do before you say goodbye to Russia! First, make sure to take a piece of Russia with you. There are souvenirs for any taste: Matryoshka dolls, samovars, national hats or scarves, felt boots and mittens, caviar, and honey. Then, admire the gorgeous bird's eye views of St. Petersburg. Last but not least, try to understand if you feel like a local St. Petersburg citizen on not.