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• 4 Contemporary Art Spaces to Visit in St. Petersburg

  Undeniably, St. Petersburg is one of the best places to visit if you appreciate classical art. However, the city is also home to a burgeoning contemporary art scene. Here, artists experiment with media, high tech, and formats to deliver fresh creative takes on topics old and new. Here are some of the top spots to visit for a taste of the art of today.

  20.03.2026

• A Quick Guide to the Russian Banya

  Winter may be over, but here in St. Petersburg, the real spring has yet to arrive. So if you’re eager to warm up, a trip to a traditional Russian bathhouse is in order! The banya is an experience for the body and the soul – here is our guide to the vocab, procedure, and basic tips.

  02.03.2026

• 4 Fascinating Events and Places in St. Petersburg History

  The history of St. Petersburg, despite the Northern Capital’s relatively short age, is full of little-known tidbits and curious happenings. From trams running on ice to a palace that became the tomb of its creator, here are just a few of these stories.

  10.02.2026

• From Winter Palace to Ice Bridge: Seasonal Place Names of St. Petersburg

  At last, St. Petersburg is enjoying a proper winter – with snow, seasonal activities, and festive decorations. Yet there is another piece of the cold season in the city that lasts all year long: one preserved in its toponyms. Let’s explore them together.

  16.01.2026

• A Taste of Tradition: Russia’s Most Beloved Sweets

  In Russia, we take tea time seriously. One of the unspoken rules is: never drink it plain. There should always be something sweet to go with the tea (что-нибудь к чаю). So, what should you bring to a cozy чаепитие (tea session)?

  27.10.2025

• Cyberpunk on Film: 4 Cult Classics to Watch

  From Blade Runner to Cyberpunk 2077, the “low-life, high-tech” genre has introduced us to dozens of iconic worlds. It has had a massive impact on pop culture, architecture, and even fashion – and it’s only becoming more mainstream as its previously outlandish ideas grow closer to reality. In today’s movie digest, we take a quick look at four cult films that didn’t make a splash upon release, but have since gained a following around the world.

  14.10.2025

• Eco-Horror: What It Is and Why We Love To Fear It

  Since ancient times, scary stories have been a way for humans to work through their anxieties and confront the worst-case scenarios. As our everyday reality changes, so do the things we worry about. So, it’s only natural that better awareness of environmental issues coincided with the emergence of a curious new genre: eco-horror. So, what defines it and what are some of its most prominent or unusual examples in film? Let’s explore it together.

  30.09.2025

• 4 Russian Sci-Fi Film Classics You Should See

  Looking to put something unusual on your watchlist? Well, how about exploring a century’s worth of Russian sci-fi cinema? These four film classics, spanning from the silent era to the modern period, are a great entry point to the unique flavor of Soviet and Russian science fiction.

  19.08.2025

• Refreshing Russian Soups and Drinks to Try This Summer Season

  It looks as if the weather in St. Petersburg has finally caught up with the calendar! And if you’ve still not gathered the courage to explore the breadth of Russian cuisine, now is the perfect time to try some of the best dishes and beverages that’ll have you feeling breezy in no time!

  29.07.2025

• ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #83

  If you're hungry for science news, you're in luck: we've got a whole buffet. Here are the most fascinating and intriguing discoveries, inventions, and overviews from the past two weeks – from all-new physical phenomena to a chatbot that keeps an eye on your yogurt.

  15.07.2025