Tsarskoye Selo, Russia

“Singer Company House” should be included in the tourist route for visiting of the iconic places of Saint Petersburg, the cultural capital of Russia. The building, which nowadays is called “House of the Book”, was erected at the beginning of the 20th century. Pavel Suzor, who was the architect, combined elements of the modernist style (which you can see here) with the Neo-Baroque ones. It is noteworthy that it was on the basis of House of the Book, that the Singer Building in New York was created. Back then it was the tallest one in the city (the St. Petersburg building was never planned to be built like a skyscraper). Elegant arches of the Narva Triumphal Gate and the Moscow Triumphal Gate are among other iconic places of the city that should be highlighted. Both structures are excellent examples of the Empire style, which were built in 1834.

The Vladimir Palace, the residence of Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich, is a gorgeous monument of neo-Renaissance architectural style. The building was erected in 1862 and immediately received the title of “the most beautiful palace”. In the Soviet era and at the present time here is situated the House of Scientists. In 1703 the residence of the founder of the city was built – the summer palace of Peter the Great, which is situated in the Summer Garden. It is a valuable sample of Petrine baroque. The facade of the masterpiece is remarkable for the allegorical images of the events of the Northern War. Peter I has spent every summer here from the end of the building’s construction until the death of the Emperor. The summer garden attracts visitors with its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful sculptures.
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