Italian Pond, Artificial pond in Kronstadt, Russia
The Italian Pond features cast-iron cannons along its embankment and contains a small harbor designed for merchant ship mooring near the Italian Palace.
Constructed in 1727, the Italian Pond formed part of Kronstadt's maritime infrastructure, supporting the naval base that protected Saint Petersburg from potential invasions.
The pond area integrates maritime elements with architectural features, including a white obelisk lighthouse that enhances the historical naval character of Kronstadt.
Visitors can reach the Italian Pond by taking bus 101 from Staraya Derevnya metro station or minibuses 405 and 407 from Saint Petersburg.
The Italian Pond maintains its status as a federal cultural heritage site, preserving its original 18th-century layout within the Kronstadt fortification system.
Location: Kronstadt
Inception: 1727
GPS coordinates: 59.98811,29.76268
Latest update: March 13, 2025 23:15
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