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• Power of Friendship: Where (And Why) to Study and Work Together

  Whether cramming for exams or trying to hit that important deadline, having a friend alongside you can really help. And that’s not just a pretty thought – it’s a scientifically proven fact. So, where can you go in St. Petersburg with your study buddy? Check out our recommendations below.

  12.12.2025

• 5 Lesser-Known Facts About St. Petersburg Metro

  Despite carrying millions of passengers every day, the city’s transit network conceals many secrets collected over its seven-decade history. Ghost stations? Historical mistakes? Uncover some of these below.

  09.12.2025

• Unexplored St. Petersburg: The Vyborg Side

  Is a historic industrial area worth a visit? In one word: definitely! To learn why, join us on a tour of the Vyborg Side, stretching along the Ploschad Lenina, Vyborgskaya, and Lesnaya metro stations.

  07.11.2025

• Steps Away: Places to Explore Near ITMO's Lensoveta Dorm

  Welcome to Steps Away, a very special series where we explore top leisure spots around ITMO campuses and dorms. Today, we’re heading to the lesser-known yet sights-rich Moskovsky District, home to the Lensoveta St. 23 dormitory.

  24.10.2025

• Sestroretsk: A Serene Getaway From St. Petersburg

  The suburbs of St. Petersburg are multifaceted. There are historic palaces, thoughtfully designed parks, naval ports, and also – lush nature! Let’s explore the latter and head northwest to Sestroretsk, a peaceful resort town by the Gulf of Finland.

  03.10.2025

• 5 More Filming Locations in St. Petersburg

  St. Petersburg is notably cinematic, but which of its many landmarks can you spot in movies from the past decade? Find a few below – and get inspired to see them in real life.

  16.09.2025

• City of Superlatives: Largest Sites in St. Petersburg

  Welcome to the next installment of our series where we explore St. Petersburg through its extremes. We’ve finally made it to the episode about the city’s most prominent, hard-to-miss landmarks, so get ready to be impressed! 

  22.08.2025

• Field Report: St. Petersburg’s New Open-Air Swimming Pool

  In the summer, when most indoor swimming pools close to prepare for the new season and figuring out the logistics of swimming outside can be complicated; so, where do you go when you’re craving a swim? Great news: there is now an Olympic-size open-air swimming pool just a short metro trip away from the city center. We went to explore this new attraction and are happy to report back in this article.

  01.08.2025

• Discovery of the Month: Long Walks, Saving Tips, and More

  As temperatures steadily rise, some of us take to travelling, some go exploring, and some – slow down. What brings us together are the discoveries we make along the way and share in this monthly article. Enjoy!

  25.07.2025

• St. Petersburg’s Architectural Gems: Russian Revival

  Hardly a day goes by without the Northern Capital being praised for its European charm or compared to grand cities like Paris, Rome, or Prague. But among this resemblance, there is something that reveals a distinctly Russian identity. In this story, we’ll explore the gems of an architectural style rooted in authenticity.

  18.07.2025