Alexandria Park

The Alexandriysky Park extends across 144 hectares, featuring birch groves, oak clusters, and pine forests interspersed with carefully planned walking paths and ponds.

Established in 1734 as royal hunting grounds, the park transformed under Nicholas I's reign when garden master P.I. Erler implemented extensive drainage works between 1832 and 1836.

The park represents four generations of the Romanov dynasty's recreational preferences, incorporating both natural landscapes and architectural elements according to 19th-century Russian imperial standards.

Located between Saint Petersburg Avenue and the Petersburg-Kalische railway line, the park remains open throughout the year for recreational activities and sports events.

Three artificial islands within the park's central pond were once accessible by ferry and contained structures like the Cast Iron Pavilion and Swiss House.

Location: Peterhof

GPS coordinates: 59.87023,29.93096

Latest update: March 14, 2025 04:20