Zenit, Indoor sports palace in Kalininsky District, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Zenit is an indoor sports palace in the Kalininsky District of Saint Petersburg with multiple levels and specialized areas for different sports. The building was designed by Grigoriy Pavlovitsj Morozov and provides space for competitions, tournaments, and large sporting events.
Construction began in 1974 and the palace opened in 1976 as a new athletic center for Saint Petersburg. It was built during a period when the city was expanding its sports facilities to serve the growing population.
The palace draws residents and sports fans from across the city who gather to watch competitions and events throughout the year. It functions as a meeting place where the local community comes together around shared athletic interests.
The palace is accessible by public bus and several nearby metro stations provide easy connections to central Saint Petersburg. Plan your route based on where you are staying and check ahead for event schedules and access information.
The facility can accommodate multiple sports simultaneously through its divided sections with separate training areas and competition zones. This clever design allowed different athletic disciplines to operate independently within the same building.
Location: Kalininsky District
Inception: 1974
Architects: Grigoriy Pavlovitsj Morozov
Official opening: 1976
Website: http://dsi-zenit.ru
GPS coordinates: 60.00170,30.40000
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:06
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