The Fontanka is one of the most picturesque and historically significant rivers of St. Petersburg.
It passes through the historical part of the city, crossing Nevsky Prospekt and the Kryukov Canal near the Theatre Square Hotel, and washes with its waters a beautiful embankment with ancient mansions of the nobility and well-groomed green gardens.
Fontanka existed in this area even before the appearance of the city. It was a small river, Nameless Erik (or Golodusha), with swampy terrain and overgrown banks.
At the beginning of the 18th century, during the construction of the Summer Garden, the Fontanka was ennobled and its waters began to be used to power fountains. So Nameless Erik received a more noble name - the Fountain River. Later it was shortened to Fontanka.
Fontanka has witnessed many historical events. On its banks there are such iconic buildings as the Summer Palace of Peter I, the Yusupov Palace and the Mikhailovsky Castle. Along the river there are also numerous mansions and tenement houses built in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Fontanka has always played an important role in the cultural life of St. Petersburg. On its banks there are many museums, galleries and concert halls.
The section of the river next to the Teatralnaya Ploshchad hotel is especially picturesque. Here the Fontanka intersects with the Kryukov Canal, which leads to the majestic building of the Mariinsky Theater.
On the opposite bank of the river are the Trinity Cathedral and the Derzhavin Museum-Estate.
Today the Fontanka remains one of the most important waterways of St. Petersburg. Pleasure boats and river buses run along it, allowing tourists and city residents to admire the beauty of the northern capital from the water.
Fontanka is also considered a popular place for recreation and walking. Along its banks there are squares and parks where you can take a break from the bustle of the city and enjoy the picturesque views.
Fontanka is a river that plays an important and multifaceted role in the life of St. Petersburg. It is a historical monument, cultural center, transport artery, recreational area and an important part of the city ecosystem.
The section of the Fontanka River next to the Teatralnaya Ploshchad hotel is especially picturesque and attractive in the warm season. Here you can enjoy beautiful views, visit theaters and museums, and simply relax on the river bank.
Book a room at Theater Square Hotel to stay within walking distance of the Fontanka River and other historically significant attractions of St. Petersburg.
