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Visit the capital of Russia, a large modern city that combines dazzling architecture with cultural riches and a fascinating history.

Be amazed by the grandeur and opulence of this palace complex, a shining example of the lavish taste of the Russian czars.

Be amazed by the grandeur and opulence of this palace complex, a shining example of the lavish taste of the Russian czars.

Be amazed by the grandeur and opulence of this palace complex, a shining example of the lavish taste of the Russian czars.

Discover the history behind this iconic Red Square statue, which was erected to celebrate a 1612 victory over Polish forces.

Walk one of Russia’s most famous streets and take in the sights and sounds of central St. Petersburg.

A symbol of historical change, this cathedral was dynamited by the Soviets, only to be reconstructed following the collapse of the USSR.

Discover the history behind this iconic Red Square statue, which was erected to celebrate a 1612 victory over Polish forces.

Discover the history behind this iconic Red Square statue, which was erected to celebrate a 1612 victory over Polish forces.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.

Russia’s most famous czar, Peter the Great, still watches over St. Petersburg from this majestic statue on Admiralty Embankment.

Cruise along canals, tour architectural masterpieces and enjoy festivals under a midnight sun in Russia’s second-largest city.

This church has been used as everything from a warehouse to a refuse heap, but it is now back at its best as one of St. Petersburg’s premier religious buildings.

This church has been used as everything from a warehouse to a refuse heap, but it is now back at its best as one of St. Petersburg’s premier religious buildings.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.

Marvel at the artistic achievement of these two gargantuan objects, which dominate Ivanovskaya Square in Moscow’s Kremlin.

An emblem of imperial Russia, this magnificent theater is best known for staging celebrated ballet productions, as well as for its elegant architecture.

This church has been used as everything from a warehouse to a refuse heap, but it is now back at its best as one of St. Petersburg’s premier religious buildings.

Russia’s most famous czar, Peter the Great, still watches over St. Petersburg from this majestic statue on Admiralty Embankment.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.

Russia’s most famous czar, Peter the Great, still watches over St. Petersburg from this majestic statue on Admiralty Embankment.