St. Petersburg is a city with a rich history. For several centuries there was a swamp here, but thanks to the efforts of Peter the Great, houses, palaces and parks appeared on dozens of islands.
St. Petersburg grew rapidly, becoming the political and economic center of Russia. The city has experienced wars, revolutions and palace coups, but over its centuries-old history has been able to preserve many unique architectural monuments.
What important sights are within walking distance from the Teatralnaya Ploshchad Hotel in the center of St. Petersburg? We tell you in the article.
St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral
It is enough to cross the bridge, and you will find yourself in the beautiful Nikolsky Garden, where the eponymous Naval Cathedral is located.
When did he appear in St. Petersburg? St. Nicholas-Epiphany Naval Cathedral was built in the middle of the 18th century on the initiative of Prince Mikhail Golitsyn. The Orthodox church has been a naval regimental church for several centuries.
After the revolution, the Bolsheviks did not demolish the cathedral. Later they were able to resume the service here, and in 1966 Anna Akhmatova was buried in the walls of the church.
Semimostye
Another attraction closest to the hotel is Semimostye. The observation deck at the intersection of the Kryukov and Griboyedov canals is not just so popular among tourists. According to urban legend, this place has a special energy power. The wish made here will definitely come true.
Mariinsky Theatre
If you walk a little further along the Kryukov Canal embankment to the Shopping Bridge, you will find yourself at the famous Mariinsky Theater.
The Mariinsky begins its history during the reign of Catherine II, when the Empress actively promoted the culture of theaters in the northern capital. However, the building of the Mariinsky Theater was built only in 1859, and it received its name in honor of Maria Alexandrovna, the wife of Alexander II.
New Holland
Man-made islands in the Admiralty district appeared as a result of the construction of the Kryukov and Admiralty canals. At first, New Holland was used for storing ship's timber. Sheds were built on the islands to store wood and various tools for repairing ships.
At the end of the 18th century, the first buildings began to be erected here, the famous arch appeared. In the 19th century, a prison was built on the territory of New Holland, which was popularly called a “bottle”, as well as a brick forge.
In the 2000s, the islands were reconstructed and turned into a cultural space.
Nikolsky rows
The building itself, where the Theatre Square Hotel is located, is an important landmark of St. Petersburg. Nikolsky Rows were built by wealthy merchants to sell goods brought from other countries. There were retail shops on the ground floor, and offices and warehouses on the second floor. Therefore, our guests have a unique opportunity to spend their holidays in a building with a history. You can book a room at favorable prices on the official website of the hotel in the center of St. Petersburg.
