Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg spreads across 42 islands connected by 342 bridges, with numerous rivers and canals flowing through the historic districts and neighborhoods.

Peter the Great established this city in 1703 as a naval base, transforming marshlands into a metropolis that served as Russia's capital until 1918.

The State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg holds three million artifacts across six buildings, including the grand Winter Palace along Palace Embankment.

The metro system extends through five lines with 72 stations, operating from 5:30 AM until midnight and connecting major districts with central locations.

During the summer period from late May through mid-July, Saint Petersburg experiences white nights when the sun remains visible for nearly 24 hours.

Location: Russia

Inception: May 27, 1703

Founders: Peter the Great

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Website: http://gov.spb.ru

Part of: Northwestern Federal District

Shares border with: Leningrad Oblast, Gatchinsky District, Vsevolozhsky District, Vyborgsky District, Lomonosovsky District, Tosnensky District

Address: St Petersburg, Russia 190000–199406 Saint Petersburg

Website: http://gov.spb.ru

GPS coordinates: 59.93873,30.31623

Latest update: July 2, 2025 08:06