Peter & Paul Fortress, Cradle of St. Petersburg, a historic fortress

Petropavlovskaya fortress

St. Petersburg is his city

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Introduction

Peter and Paul Fortress was built on May 27, 1703, the day the city of Saint Petersburg was founded. Originally used for defending the city and guarding against Swedish invasions, it later served as a prison for political prisoners. The fortress was initially made of wood but was later rebuilt in stone by Tsar Peter the Great. Within the fortress, there are various attractions, including the Neva Gate and the Peter and Paul Cathedral. The cathedral's golden spire, reaching 122.5 meters, is a symbol of Russia at the entrance of the Baltic Sea. Additionally, the fortress is home to the burial site of all the Russian rulers from Peter the Great to Nicholas II. There are also modern statues depicting Peter the Great, showing his love for the city through his gestures. Visitors can take photos there as a memory.

Address

Petropavlovskaya fortress

Opening hours

St. Peter and St. Paul's Cathedral is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 19:00, Saturday from 10:00 to 18:45, and Sunday from 11:00 to 19:00.

Transportation

Take the blue line of the subway and get off at Gorkovskaya station. After exiting the station, turn right and cross the garden to see the bridge leading to Peter's Fortress.

Phone +7-812-230-64-31

Website https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_and_Paul_Fortress