Saint Michael's Castle, Castle in the city center of Saint Petersburg, Russia
The castle features different architectural styles on each facade, with an octagonal inner courtyard surrounded by deep water channels forming a fortress layout.
Emperor Paul I ordered the construction of this fortified residence in 1797, but lived there only 40 days before his assassination in March 1801.
The castle houses a branch of the Russian Museum, displaying an extensive collection of portraits depicting Russian emperors and notable historical figures.
Located at 2 Sadovaya Street, the castle opens its exhibition halls daily except Tuesdays, with guided tours available in multiple languages.
The castle walls maintain their original orange color, which represented an unconventional choice for imperial architecture in 18th-century Russia.
Location: Saint Petersburg
Location: Sadovaya Street
Inception: 1801
Founders: Paul I of Russia
Architects: Vincenzo Brenna, Vasili Bazhenov
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture, Russian pseudo-gothic
Part of: Russian Museum, historic centre of Saint Petersburg
Address: Санкт-Петербург, Садовая улица, дом 2
Website: http://rusmuseum.ru/eng
GPS coordinates: 59.94042,30.33764
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:18
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