Grotto in Alexander Park, Tsarskoe Selo
Grotto in Alexander Park, Tsarskoe Selo, Grotto in Alexander Park Tsarskoe Selo, Russia
The Grotto pavilion features classical design elements with rounded corners, statue niches, and a central dome topped with four lucarne windows.
Construction of the Grotto began in 1755 under Empress Elizabeth with architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli and reached completion in the 1760s during Catherine II's reign.
The structure contains stone masks of Neptune at window keystones, with capitals shaped as dolphins and tritons, representing the water theme throughout.
Located at coordinates 59.721671, 30.376241, the Grotto now functions as an exhibition space within the Tsarskoe Selo State Museum complex.
The pavilion's doors and windows display wrought-iron grilles decorated with gilded copper ornaments, installed in 1792 to enhance security and beauty.
Location: Pushkin
GPS coordinates: 59.72167,30.37624
Latest update: March 15, 2025 18:02
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