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  • ITMO’s Russian Language Summer School: Attracting Students from Around the World

    For the third year in a row, ITMO University's Russian Language Summer School has given students from around the world an opportunity to delve into intense Russian language study for a few weeks, get to know the beautiful city of St. Petersburg, and learn more about Russian culture.

    27.07.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: July 28-29

    This Sunday, July 29, Russia celebrates Navy Day, which means there will be no shortage of great events for you to attend!

    25.07.2018

  • Ice Cream Lover’s Guide to St. Petersburg

    Despite Russia’s reputation for harsh winters, summers in St. Petersburg feature spells of scorching heat that make you wish you were somewhere colder. Thankfully, we humans have come up with a way to introduce a bit of winter into even the sunniest day. And if you’re tired of the same classic store-bought flavors, we present a comprehensive list of the most unusual, delicious and mind-blowing icy goodness you can get in St. Petersburg. Enjoy - and stay cool!

    24.07.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: July 21-22

    Listen to the violin on Nevsky Prospect, get a sense of the audacious poetry of Vladimir Mayakovsky, watch a knights tournament at the Peter and Paul Fortress, and admire the flowers in Pavlovsky Park. The weather is so nice, so don’t miss your chance to explore our magnificent city!

    18.07.2018

  • Surviving a Hot Day: Beaches in and around St. Petersburg

    It’s the middle of July, and it finally feels like summer in St. Petersburg! After almost two weeks of recurrent rain, we now finally get to enjoy some hot weather, so thinking about dozing off on a beach or even plunging yourself in the nearest pond is only natural. With that in mind, we’ve prepared a quick review of different swimming spots that you’ll definitely find useful!

    17.07.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: July 14-15

    Whether you want to play archery, listen to opera music or catch the latest exhibition, you'll find what you're looking for in our weekly list of what's going on in St. Petersburg this weekend!

    11.07.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: July 7-8

    Looking for something fun to do in St. Petersburg? From art exhibitions to music festivals and Dostoevsky Day, this weekend is packed with a whole bunch of amazing events and activities!

    04.07.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: June 30 - July 1

    The FIFA World Championship is going full blast, and it might seem that there’s just no way to escape this everyday festivity; in case you’ve been looking for a way to get a breather from the crowds and yelling of fans, here’s a review of activities that you may find to your liking!

    27.06.2018

  • Scarlet Sails: A Festival of Hope

    Over a million people came to celebrate the send-off to adult life - the Scarlet Sails - on Saturday night as a beautiful tall ship sailed along the Neva River and fireworks erupted over St. Petersburg. A live concert was also held on Palace square in the shadow of the Winter Palace with participation from all the lucky ticket holders, students, teachers and parents.

    25.06.2018

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: June 23-24

    From the Scarlet Sails Show to carillon music and the Imperial Gardens of Russia Festival, there will be no shortage of amazing events in St. Petersburg this weekend! Don’t miss out on the fun!

    20.06.2018