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 AN ARDUOUS PATH TO BEAUTY
The History of Restoration in St.Petersburg
7 days/6 nights
Among the world's most famous cities, Saint
Petersburg holds a very special place. Its unique layout, vast expanse of
squares and avenues, gilt spires and domes, luxurious and splendorous
architecture and the mysticism of The White Nights have created the
phenomenon of Saint Petersburg.
More than 600 palaces and mansions are located within the historic center and
city's suburbs. Naturally, the questions of reconstruction and high quality
restoration have always been of urgent concern in the city.
For Saint Petersburg the last century marked a time of severe trials,
losses and demolition. After the October Revolution, palaces and churches
were treated in a way that was out disastrous for their historic and
cultural values. During World War II the city was besieged and the closest
suburbs were occupied by Germans for almost 3 years. Palaces and parks
that were once splendid were burnt and plundered.
These circumstances determined the great amount and complexity of required
restoration work. The final success of the city's restoration was tremendous. Those who
recreated the architectural monuments of Saint Petersburg are to be
remembered for their unbelievable work.
This tour is intended for everybody who is interested in history, culture
and questions of the preservation of cultural values. In some of the museums the
guided tour may be conducted by museum curators. Visits to restorers'
workshops are also included in the tour program.
The package includes:
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six nights accommodation
in a hotel on your choice;
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buffet breakfast every
morning;
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meals according to the
program;
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meet & greet in the
airport (railway station) upon arrival;
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transportation from / to the
airport (railway station);
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museum entrance fees according to the program;
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English-speaking guide;
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luggage portage;
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gift from the company;
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all transportations: private
transportation (Mercedes Vito, Volkswagen Caravella, Dodge Caravan - 6
seats).
Sample itinerary:
| Day 1 |
Arrival in St Petersburg |
| Meet & greet upon
arival |
| Transportation to the hotel
and accommodation |
| Gift from the company
upon arrival |
| Leisure time |
| Dinner at the hotel |
| Day 2 |
City tour with visit to
the Peter & Paul Fortress and the Church On Spilled Blood |
| Excursion to the Yussupov
Palace |
| Dinner at the hotel |
| Day 3 |
Trip to Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo) with visits
to the Catherine
and Alexandrovsky Palaces |
| Dinner at the hotel |
| Day 4 |
Excursion to the Hermitage |
| Visit to the Marble
Palace |
| Dinner at the hotel |
| Day 5 |
Trip to Peterhof with a visit to the Great
Palace and Lower Park |
| Trip to Oranienbaum with a visit to the Chinese
Palace |
| Dinner at the hotel |
| Day 6 |
Excursions to the Baron
Stieglitz and Count
Stroganov Mansions, and the Beloselsky-Belozersky
Palace |
| Visit to the Baron
Stiglitz's Museum |
| Dinner at the hotel |
| Day 7 |
Transportation for departure |
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Personal Note
• Smolny Cathedral
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