The Past Splendor of Gatchina Palace

The town of Gatchina, located approximately forty six kilometers from St. Petersburg, was first documented in 1499 while owned by Novgorod the Great. Unbeknownst to the people of the time, this wonderful town in Russia was destined for greatness. At its centre is the Gatchina Palace. Gatchina Palace became the symbol of royalty in Russia and has remain a vital part of the country’s history, still able to astound and dazzle visitors who walk its grounds today.

The Magnificent Constantine Palace at Strelna

The historic settlement of Strelna is situated approximately half way between the city of St. Petersburg and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Peterhof. Strelna overlooks the Gulf of Finland, the easternmost segment of the Baltic Sea, which has Finland to the north, Estonia to the south and Russia to the east.

Marvelous Entertainment at Durov Animal Theater

Established in 1912 by Vladimir Durov, and currently being run by his great-granddaughter Natalia, the Durov Animal Theater in Moscow, Russia, continues to entertain, enthrall and amaze children (and adults) five days a week throughout the year. This truly unique Moscow institution features a big stage where horses, Afgan wolfhounds, dogs, monkeys, cows, a hippopotamus, tigers, chimpanzees and pelicans showcase their incredible abilities. Poodles, a monkey, a white porcupine, a raccoon, foxes, mice and more are the stars of the Durov Animal Theater small stage.

Beautiful Performances by the St. Petersburg Ballet Theater

Konstantin Tachkin’s highly acclaimed St. Petersburg Ballet Theater, which was formed on 10 November 1994, is considered to be the youngest ballet companies in the Russian city of St. Petersburg – a city rich in culture, history and tradition. Of the more than 60 dancers in St. Petersburg Ballet Theater, the majority are graduates from the well-respected Vaganova Ballet School in St. Petersburg, having trained under the tutelage of renowned former prima ballerinas and dancers.

Explore the Natural Splendor of Lake Seliger

Lake Seliger is situated in the northwest of the Valdai Hills of Russia and forms part of the Volga Basin. The lake is a protected nature reserve and is surrounded by picturesque hills covered in pine and birch forests. The only town on Lake Seliger is Ostashkov – one of Western Russia’s most popular resorts. Situated about 360 kilometers from Moscow, Lake Seliger is a popular weekend getaway for many Muscovites, as well as being an international tourist attraction.

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