Fontanka Embankment 20 - Golitsyn Mansion

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Fontanka Embankment 20 - Golitsyn Mansion, Classical mansion on Fontanka Embankment, Saint Petersburg, Russia.

The granite mansion exhibits symmetrical proportions with detailed neoclassical elements across its facade facing the Fontanka River embankment.

Between 1812 and 1824, this residence belonged to Alexander Nikolaevich Golitsyn, who served as a prominent figure in Russian imperial administration.

The mansion represents the architectural preferences of Saint Petersburg's elite during the early 19th century, when classical design dominated the city landscape.

The building maintains its position as a federal cultural heritage site, with regular maintenance ensuring the preservation of its historical features.

The mansion's granite construction, completed between 1787 and 1790 by architect Fyodor Demertzov, incorporates specific structural elements from the period.

Location: Saint Petersburg

Architectural style: classicism

GPS coordinates: 59.94060,30.34110

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:27

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