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• This Week in St. Petersburg: October 30 - November 5, 2025

  The next week is all about exploring the new at St. Pete’s art scene, staying warm outdoors, and celebrating the spookiest night of the year. Enjoy!

  29.10.2025

• St. Petersburg’s Architectural Gems: Russian Revival

  Hardly a day goes by without the Northern Capital being praised for its European charm or compared to grand cities like Paris, Rome, or Prague. But among this resemblance, there is something that reveals a distinctly Russian identity. In this story, we’ll explore the gems of an architectural style rooted in authenticity.

  18.07.2025

• Gothic Revival Architecture in St. Petersburg

  Gray November skies provide the perfect backdrop for immersing yourself in the dark academia aesthetic of the Northern Capital. In this article, we’ll discover iconic and lesser-known architectural gems to include in your walking routes.

  01.11.2024

• In a New Light: Designing Lighting for Architectural Monuments

  Light doesn't just help us see in the darkness – it also adds a unique feel to any environment. This makes it invaluable to architects and lighting designers. Whereas with modern spaces, their task is straightforward, it’s less clear when it comes to working with historic architecture. How can lighting make it more relevant? And what can lighting designers learn from film directors? These were the topics of discussions at the international forum Light for Humans. Read on for the event’s keynotes.

  25.10.2024

• 5 More Observation Decks of St. Petersburg

  We love the Northern Capital from every angle, but to capture the most stunning sceneries of the city, you inevitably need to climb a bit higher. We've told you about some of the iconic observation points, but here are a few lesser-known spots (with a great view of St. Petersburg).

  20.09.2024

• Discover Wooden Architecture in St. Petersburg

  Although the wooden architecture of St. Petersburg is primarily concentrated in its suburbs, there’s still an opportunity to get acquainted with some of the finest examples without venturing outside the city. Where to find them? Read our article to find out.

  10.05.2024

• St. Petersburg’s Architectural Gems: Brutalism

  St. Petersburg is a town of three epochs – and each has added to its appearance, making it the city we know and love. Its historical center and suburbs reflect its past as the capital of an empire; recent additions to the city’s landscape, like the Lakhta Center or the new districts, speak of its ambitious present. Oddly enough, the city’s Soviet heritage is often overlooked in this regard – so, this time, let’s talk about one of its most impressive aspects: the Brutalist architecture.   

  09.04.2024

• 5 Moscow Spots in St. Petersburg

  Have you been to the Russian capital? What if we say that you need neither a train nor a plane to take a demo trip there – in fact, you can get a taste while staying right here in St. Petersburg! With this article, we’ll guide you through some iconic and hidden locations where you can feel Moscovite.  

  19.09.2023

• This Week in St. Petersburg: September 7-13, 2023

  School supplies purchased, first classes taken, peers reunited. Congrats! You’ve successfully completed the back-to-school challenge – your award is a freshly-baked game plan for post-school fun over the next seven days.

  06.09.2023

• Eco-Paths, Parks, and Glamping: Students Suggest New Tourist Attractions in Leningrad Oblast

  This July, students from ITMO, St. Petersburg State University (SPbSU), and HSE University presented their innovative tourist projects for Leningrad Oblast at the Summer School in Urban Studies. The students’ ideas will be implemented by the administrative bodies of Vyborg, Shlisselburg, and Staraya Ladoga to utilize the potential of these tourist destinations.

  09.08.2023