Winter Palace
The Winter Palace was built in 1754-1762. designed by the then famous architect B. Rastrelli
Address:
Palace Embankment, 32
Telephone:
(812) 710-97-63.
In the 18th century, it became a fashionable trend among rulers to build seasonal palaces for themselves.
The Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, which has survived to this day, was built in 1754-1762 according to the design of the then famous architect Rastrelli. This building became one of the most grandiose royal residences, designed in the Russian Baroque style. It was intended for the reigning Empress Elizabeth Petrovna at that time. The palace, outstanding in size with a vast courtyard, a huge number of rooms, doors, windows, stairs, became one of the largest buildings of the century. Splendor and brilliance of the interiors
The interior decoration of the palace was carried out under the guidance of outstanding architects, architects, and artists.
The decoration and luxury of the numerous halls of the Winter Palace, even after restoration, are not inferior to their original appearance. Stucco decorative details, sculptural compositions, and picturesque panels fully express the unique atmosphere of abundance and pomp. In the interior architecture, all the details are harmoniously and masterfully arranged.
Doors, mirror and furniture frames, decorated with bronze elements, effectively complement the decoration of the premises. In the design of the palace halls, subtle nuances and sharp contrasts of colors are observed, creating a unique flavor and emphasizing the formality. The exquisite decoration of bedrooms, dining rooms, and living rooms, draped with curtains with gold embroidery, added elegance and splendor to the entire interior. And around the palace...
One of the Russian emperors, Nicholas I, issued a decree stipulating that all private houses being built nearby should be a fathom lower in height than the royal palace, in order to emphasize its greatness and significance.
In 1896, a garden was laid out around the palace, called “Own” by the royal family, which was surrounded by links of a patterned lattice installed on red stone.
Winter today
Today the Winter Palace is a unique priceless monument of culture and architectural excellence. This main attraction of our city is a historical center, a museum complex and a single integral artistic organism.
The Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, which has survived to this day, was built in 1754-1762 according to the design of the then famous architect Rastrelli. This building became one of the most grandiose royal residences, designed in the Russian Baroque style. It was intended for the reigning Empress Elizabeth Petrovna at that time. The palace, outstanding in size with a vast courtyard, a huge number of rooms, doors, windows, stairs, became one of the largest buildings of the century. Splendor and brilliance of the interiors
The interior decoration of the palace was carried out under the guidance of outstanding architects, architects, and artists.
The decoration and luxury of the numerous halls of the Winter Palace, even after restoration, are not inferior to their original appearance. Stucco decorative details, sculptural compositions, and picturesque panels fully express the unique atmosphere of abundance and pomp. In the interior architecture, all the details are harmoniously and masterfully arranged.
Doors, mirror and furniture frames, decorated with bronze elements, effectively complement the decoration of the premises. In the design of the palace halls, subtle nuances and sharp contrasts of colors are observed, creating a unique flavor and emphasizing the formality. The exquisite decoration of bedrooms, dining rooms, and living rooms, draped with curtains with gold embroidery, added elegance and splendor to the entire interior. And around the palace...
One of the Russian emperors, Nicholas I, issued a decree stipulating that all private houses being built nearby should be a fathom lower in height than the royal palace, in order to emphasize its greatness and significance.
In 1896, a garden was laid out around the palace, called “Own” by the royal family, which was surrounded by links of a patterned lattice installed on red stone.
Winter today
Today the Winter Palace is a unique priceless monument of culture and architectural excellence. This main attraction of our city is a historical center, a museum complex and a single integral artistic organism.
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Telephone:
(812) 710-97-63.
Working hours:
from 10:30 to 17:00, every day except Monday.
Address:
Palace Embankment, 32
