Grand Cascade and Marine Canal

Peterhof (Petrodvorets). Marine Canal from the Grand Cascade. EE1975072

July 22nd 1975
Peterhof is the extensive estate of palaces, gardens and spectacular fountains as imagined by Peter the Great. In the Soviet era it was called Petrodvorets. It is always a must see on a visit to St. Petersburg. Along with many of the former imperial estates and palaces surrounding Leningrad, it had been destroyed during World War II and the Siege of Leningrad. While many other historic properties, ... read more

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