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• 5 Things That Make St. Petersburg Russia's Cultural Capital

  St. Petersburg is a city with many names and faces: the Venice of the North, the Cradle of Three Revolutions, the City of White Nights – and, above all, the cultural capital of Russia. And if you’ve ever wondered about the origins of this honorable title, here are some facts and figures to convince you of its right to bear it. 

  07.12.2020

• How To: Outdoor Ice Rinks

  So, December is finally here and the temperatures are slowly getting lower, practically inviting us to partake in all kinds of winter activities – preferably those that are outdoors and allow for social distancing. Ice rinks sound like an exciting idea but you’ve never been to one? We’ve got your back! Here’s our handy guide on what to expect on an ice rink. 

  04.12.2020

• Finno-Ugric Spots of St. Petersburg

  Russia is known as a multinational country, and rightfully so – around 200 ethnic groups inhabit it and each of them has its own unique culture. Today, let’s talk about the Finno-Ugric peoples of Russia and where you can learn more about them without having to leave St. Petersburg.

  01.12.2020

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: November 28-29, 2020

  It’s about time to start planning your weekend getaways with our handy guide to things to do in and around St. Petersburg. From the events to tune into online to not-to-be-missed festivals – here are some fun things to get up to this weekend!

  25.11.2020

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: November 21-22, 2020

  From mouth-watering desserts and the warm glow of genial feelings to ice-skating under the dark sky and getting lost amid all the razzle-dazzle of the city – there are some sparkling things happening this weekend and you are about to get on board.

  18.11.2020

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: November 7-8, 2020

  Winter is creeping up on us fast but it won’t stop us from having fun, right? From light festivals to the last glimpse of greens and blooms – follow our weekly guide on what to do, where to go, and how to spend this weekend.

  04.11.2020

• Unexplored St. Petersburg: Kanonersky Island

  Having lived in St. Petersburg for a long time, we fondly believe we know it inside and out. We’re taking suburban trains and exploring the outskirts to find hidden sights of our beloved city, when in fact, off-the-beaten-track gems of the Northern Capital are much closer than one can expect. Here’s our proof – a 15-minute ride from the city center will take you right into the middle of the unique culture, history, and mentality of Kanonersky Island.

  16.10.2020

• Our Favorite Places to Experience Fall in St. Petersburg

  ‘Tis the season of warm sweaters, long scarves and spiced coffee. Turns out, we all have different places in our beloved St. Pete, where we tend to come in the fall – to fully embrace this essentially cosy time of the year. Who knows, maybe one of these will become your favorite, too?

  06.10.2020

• The Unexpectedly Superstitious Side of St. Petersburg

  It might be the 21st century and we are planning our trips to Mars – but don’t let that fool you! Some of us still believe in superstitions and in some kind of spooky force out there casting good or bad luck our way. And if you are in for some luck, wealth, love, and maybe good grades, keep on reading – we know the secrets and are eager to fill you in.

  05.10.2020

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: September 26-27, 2020

  Fall is in the air, and the September blues is starting to kick in. But you can still have a good time while soaking up those last days of rare but still warm sunshine thrust in between hazy and hurricane-like times. Let’s beat this urge to wrap up in a cozy blanket and binge-watch our favorite TV shows together – and, against all odds, fill our last September days with good vibes!

  23.09.2020