If you enjoy XVIII century style and elegance, you will definitely be delighted by this outstanding Emperor palace, reminding Versailles and great European palaces. Built on the sea shore the palace and the park became Peter the Great summer residence. This veritable gem of art is the ensemble of the majestic palace, wonderful park with its 176 fountains of various forms and styles, cascades, numerous gilded statues of ancient gods and heroes, treasure-house for remarkable collections of sculpture, painting and works.
Peterhoff (known also as Petrodvorets - "Peter's Palace") was cherished by Peter the Great who invited the greatest artisans and engineers to create this place. Magical fountains were first turned on in 1721 and till now please numerous visitors and admirers of the Emperor residence. Peterhof remains the symbol of the finesse and wealth of Russian Empire.
Open: 9am - 5pm in summer
Closed: Mondays and the last Tuesday of every month
Location: 2 Razvodnaya ulitsa 198903 Peterhof
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