This is one of the most impressive churches I have ever seen!!! Absolutely amazing!
Best way to view the city. 500 Rubles for 1.5hours boat trip. The guide was amazing because she was talking non stop for 1.5 hours. Wish I could understand Russian
The Winter Palace is featured in the James Bond film Goldeneye (1995) in an establishing shot before a Russian Defence Council meeting. The interiors, however, were filmed at Draper's Hall, London. Read more.
In fact they have curfew 15 minutes before closing time, when not so nice grannies (that look after museum) would force you out.
Both the insides of the cathedral and the dome are open for public. Especially in the evening you get a great view accross the city from the dome.
The cathedral is right in the centre and has free entrance, so there is no reason to skip a visit. You'll see some orthodox traditions, as people come here to light candles and pray to the icons.
This monument is quite massive, with many statues. Inside, there is a museum - but check the opening hours before going! You can get there by metro.
