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• Saint Petersburg Hidden Gems: Annenkirche

  St. Petersburg is indeed a city of surprises. Having always existed on the verge of novelty and tradition, it never ceases to amaze those ready to look past its commonplace attractions. Oftentimes, it only takes a single step away from your regular tourist track to find wonders much different from its well-advertised treasures. Annenkirche, a historic Lutheran church on Kirochnaya Ulitsa, is one such place: misleadingly plain on the outside, it offers a truly unique experience that you will never forget.

  31.08.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: September 1-2

  This Saturday, September 1, Russia celebrates Knowledge Day. But even if you’re a not a school or university student, there are plenty of great events to attend!

  29.08.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: August 25-26

  Roller skate through the main streets of St. Petersburg, dance around Gatchina Park, and rewatch The Godfather – there’re so many things you can do this weekend!

  22.08.2018

• Culture Calling: Where to Enjoy Classical Music in St. Petersburg

  Can there be any perks in summer’s ending? A resolute yes, if you live in St. Petersburg. Here the beginning of fall marks the start of yet another cultural season and all the theaters, galleries and museums beam up with shiny new programs that awaken an avid theater-goer and art connoisseur even in the most indifferent inhabitant of the city on Neva. If you yourself ever feel that tug of culture luring you away from your comfortable couch into the St. Petersburg’s theatrical and musical unknown, we’re introducing a series of articles with our top recommendations on where to go and what to see, starting with the best classical music destinations. 

  21.08.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: August 18-19

  This week’s highlight is undoubtedly the Geek Picnic festival, one of summer’s biggest events for all pop-culture, sci-fi and science lovers. But even if that’s not your thing, there’s plenty more to do and see. Here are the highlights of this weekend in St. Petersburg:

  15.08.2018

• Secret Rules of Russian Public Transport

  Recently, an Indian student who came to study at ITMO commented on how organized the transit system is in St. Petersburg. I wasn’t sure what he meant by that. Maybe he was impressed by how everything comes on time or the fact that you can take public transport to the most obscure parts of the city. Now, I think he was talking about all the unwritten rules that every local knows… how to navigate the mysterious world of public transportation.

  14.08.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: August 11-12

  St. Petersburg is known to be the marine and cultural capital of Russia, and for good reason. From an open water swimming race and a river carnival to a kite festival and a day of Jewish culture, this weekend is jam-packed with amazing events for you to attend!

  08.08.2018

• Peterhof: a Perfect Spot for a Late Summer Trip

  Much as every other major city, St. Petersburg has its "selling points": the Hermitage, the Savior on Spilled Blood, the White Nights, to boot. Still, it is the fountains in the nearby town of Peterhof that make up its most precious jewel - and the end of summer is just the perfect time to experience it!

  07.08.2018

• Hermitage, Football, and Lots of Programming: Summer Camp at ITMO

  For several years now, students from all over the world have been coming to St. Petersburg to take part in ITMO University's Camp in Programming. We met three current students: Hassan from The Gambia, Roh from Slovenia, and Enrique from Mexico, to talk about their experience.

  02.08.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: August 4-5

  A blues music festival, a local produce fair, and a sailing regatta: as always, St. Petersburg is buzzing with events you can attend this weekend!

  01.08.2018