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• 5 Things You Didn’t Know About St. Petersburg

  What I love about St. Petersburg is the beautiful architecture, the canals inspired by Venice and Amsterdam, and the rich history. In the 4.5 years that I’ve lived here I also constantly see the city go through changes: the restaurant across from work, for example, has changed at least three times, and even the building I work in has changed significantly from when I first arrived. So I can barely imagine what surprising changes have taken place in the city since its founding in 1703.

  11.08.2020

• This Mostly Stay-at-Home Weekend in St. Petersburg: August 8-9, 2020

  Brace yourselves, the weekend is coming! Awaiting us is an exciting program featuring a plethora of online events and one offline (eek!) paddleboarding festival. Have fun (and maybe also nip to the park for some fresh air if you’re feeling like it – wearing a mask and keeping your distance, of course)!

  05.08.2020

• Digging Deeper: Literary Origins of St. Petersburg Metro Stations

  It’s no secret that the St. Petersburg Metro is one of the world’s most exquisite and beautiful underground transit systems. But its interiors aren’t the only things worth noting. While anyone with even a cursory knowledge of the Russian language will probably be able to glean the meanings of most of its stations’ names, there are a few that would require a bit more in-depth knowledge of Russian culture. Today, we’ll look at some of the stations that bear the names of Russian writers, poets, and other masters of the written word.

  04.08.2020

• This Mostly Stay-at-Home Weekend in St. Petersburg: Mental Health

  Taking care of your mental health is always important, especially given that the past few months have left many of us a bit worse for wear. Here is an assortment of free online courses to help. And should you want to venture further into the fascinating world of psychology, make sure to also check out this article to learn how our memory works and how to make it work better.

  22.07.2020

• This Stay-at-Home Weekend in St. Petersburg: Online Theater and Opera

  Some of the world’s best theaters and opera houses continue to screen their productions for free to our self-isolating benefit. Here’s what this weekend’s program brings!

  08.07.2020

• Experience St. Petersburg Like a Local: Petrogradsky District

  Glamor meets unique Nordic charm in this historic area of St. Petersburg, perfect for a day of urban adventuring. 

  07.07.2020

• This Stay-at-Home Weekend in St. Petersburg: Job Search, Research, and Study Skills

  Life may have been put on hold, but we’re still applying for jobs, doing research, and studying! Here are some top-notch free online courses to support you in these endeavors and help you acquire some essential skills for the new normal.

  24.06.2020

• Summer Foods for When it’s Hot in St. Petersburg

  We love to eat and we love to share. So this summer, as the temperature is hitting over 30°C and we’re sweltering here at home, we’re also enjoying our favorite food and drinks that keep us refreshed and appreciative of summers in St. Petersburg.

  23.06.2020

• History in Pictures: ITMO Through the Years

  Did you know that the lavish building that is home to ITMO’s International Office was once… a church? Earlier on, we’ve taken you on visual tours of St. Petersburg’s white nights and a retrospective of Victory Day celebrations. This time, we’ll be taking a look at the one thing closest to our hearts: the history of ITMO University’s many academic buildings. With centuries of rich history between them, these architectural jewels are part of St. Petersburg’s cultural fabric – and so is our university.

  12.06.2020

• This Stay-at-Home Weekend in St. Petersburg: Virtual Travel

  Wanderlust getting you down? Here are some virtual tours to explore the world from your home, for free!

  10.06.2020