Fontanka river embankment, Riverfront and cultural heritage site along Fontanka River in Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Fontanka River embankment extends for 11.8 kilometers through Saint Petersburg, featuring granite walls and decorative iron railings along both riverbanks.
During the 18th century, the Fontanka River marked the southern border of Saint Petersburg, with granite encasement of its banks completed between 1780 and 1789.
The embankment connects multiple palaces, including the Fountain House and Yusupov Palace, which display the architectural styles of the Russian Empire period.
Visitors can access the embankment via public transportation, with numerous bridges connecting both sides and providing views of historical buildings along the route.
The embankment features 26 distinct stone descents that originally served boats and cargo transport, built with granite blocks supported by wooden pile foundations.
Location: Saint Petersburg
GPS coordinates: 59.93056,30.33944
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
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