Anichkov Palace, Imperial palace at Nevsky Avenue crossing, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The palace stretches along the Fontanka River with its main facade featuring classical columns and decorative elements from both Baroque and Neoclassical periods.
Construction of the palace began in 1741 under Empress Elizabeth, designed by architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli and completed in 1754 as a residence.
After the October Revolution of 1917, the palace transformed into a museum and later became a Young Pioneer Palace with numerous educational programs.
The palace maintains a small museum section open during specific hours, while most rooms serve for official receptions and remain closed to visitors.
Nicholas II, the last Russian emperor, preferred staying at Anichkov Palace during his childhood rather than residing at the Winter Palace.
Location: Tsentralny District
Inception: 1754
Founders: Elizabeth I of Russia
Architects: Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli
Architectural style: Elizabethan Baroque, classicism, baroque architecture
Website: http://www.anichkov.ru/
Part of: Ensemble of Anichkov Palace
Website: http://anichkov.ru
GPS coordinates: 59.93278,30.33972
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:51
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