Krestovskiy Island, Recreational island in Saint Petersburg, Russia
Krestovsky Island is a recreational island in the Neva River delta in Saint Petersburg, surrounded by branches of the river that define its boundaries. It combines parks, residential areas, and sports facilities across its terrain.
The island has been known by different names over time, including Khristoforovsky Island and Saint Natalia Island, before adopting its current name. From rural origins, it gradually transformed into a leisure destination for the city.
The Park of Victory takes up much of the island and serves as a gathering place where locals come to walk, exercise, and spend time outdoors. The green spaces shape how people experience leisure time in this part of the city.
The island is easy to reach by public transportation and has multiple bridges connecting it to the rest of the city. Walking around is best during daylight hours and dry weather to fully enjoy the parks and paths.
The island underwent expansion through land reclamation from 2013 to 2015, creating new areas including a yacht club. This development shows how the island continues to evolve with new uses beyond traditional parks.
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