Hermitage Museum, Art museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Hermitage Museum is one of the largest and oldest museums in the world.
Founded in 1764 by Catherine the Great, it has been open to the public since 1852.
It houses a vast collection of art and culture, including the largest collection of paintings in the world.
The museum spans six buildings along the Palace Embankment, including the Winter Palace.
The museum's collections comprise over three million items, only a fraction of which are on display.
Location: Saint Petersburg
Inception: 1764
Founder: Catherine II of Russia
Architect: Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli
Official opening: 1764
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Санкт-Петербург, Дворцовая набережная, 34 191186
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 12:00-21:00
Phone: +78127109079
Website: hermitagemuseum.org
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