Country: russia
Saint Petersburg is located on 42 islands. In this live virtual tour, I’m going to show you the biggest one: Vasilevskiy Island. To understand its importance and prominence, one can easily compare it to New York’s Manhattan. The island splits the Neva River into two branches at The Split of Vasilevskiy Island. This remarkable place holds the story of the formation of this Venice of the North, and its significance as the capital of the newly established Russian Empire. Exploring the grand avenues, we’ll encounter fine shops and cafes, street musicians, and beautiful fountains. Along a main pedestrian walkway, we’ll see Saint Andrew’s Cathedral and monastery. This interactive walking tour will show you the local life and character in this popular destination. We’ll complete the experience of Vasilevskiy Island at the Academy of Fine Arts and the fascinating Ancient Egyptian Sphynxes.
Highlights: Major Avenues of 5th and Sredniy, Monument to gunner officer and military engineer Vasiliy, Cathedral of Saint Andrew the Apostle, Ancient Egyptian Sphynxes, Vasileostrovsky Market
Your guide: Vladislav Kagarlitsky