Hanging gardens of the Small Hermitage, Elevated garden at Small Hermitage museum complex, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The garden occupies the first floor space between northern and southern pavilions, featuring terraces filled with seasonal flowers and plants.
Catherine II of Russia established these gardens between 1764 and 1773, with architects Jean-Baptiste Vallin de La Mothe and Georg Friedrich Veldten leading the project.
The garden design reflects 18th-century European landscape traditions combined with Russian royal preferences for natural beauty within palace grounds.
Located above former stables, the garden contains an air circulation system that extends the growing season through additional heating capabilities.
High walls surrounding the garden create a specific microclimate, with temperature variations moderated by proximity to the Neva River.
Location: Saint Petersburg
Founders: Emperor of all the Russias, Catherine II of Russia
Website: http://hermitagemuseum.org/html_Ru/05/hm5_2_2.html
GPS coordinates: 59.94112,30.31582
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:07
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