Saint Petersburg is the north capital of Russia. It is known as one of the biggest and most beautiful cities of the country. People often call St Petersburg the Venice of the North, because it has as many canals as Venice. St Petersburg is also the former capital of Russia. It has then moved to Moscow. Millions of people every year visit this city. It happens because of the city’s rich history, amazing architecture and numerous places of interest.
The most famous place which everybody wishes to see is the Hermitage. It’s a huge museum, which houses more than 3 million art items, and is situated in the building of Winter Palace. The first person who started collecting paintings and sculptures of famous European artists was the Empress Catherine II.
Another big and often visited museum in St Petersburg is the Russian Museum. It holds the biggest collection of Russian art, including paintings, sculptures, items of applied and folk arts.
The main architectural sights of St Petersburg are the Savior on the Blood Church, St. Isaac's and Kazan Cathedrals, Alexander Nevsky Monastery, Peter and Paul Fortress and many others. Many buildings in the city were put up by Peter the Great’s order, who was one of the best rulers of the country.
Some attractive sights can be found in the suburbs, such as Peterhof, Pavlovsk, Tsarskoe selo. All these places have once served as the official residences for Russian tsars. And, it goes without saying that there are many magnificent palaces to be seen, such as the Great Yekaterininsky Palace, the Aleksandrovsky Palace, the Bolshoi Palace and some others. Tsarskoe selo was also the place where famous Russian writer, Pushkin, grew up.
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1 She left the house at 7 this morning.
2 He can't drive if he doesn't have a driving licence
3 I've beenthere before. It's a very nice museum.
4 Greetings from Canada!
5 When we got to the campsite we put up our tents.
6 This film is quite boring
7 Look at that boy! He is going to fall off his bike.
8 Bob is very patient. He is an excellent teacher.
9. I am working at my mum's shop next week.
10 You mustn't take photos in the museum. It's not allowed!
11 Brian took the video game back to the shop because it wasn't working.
12The boy whose father is a dentist is my friend.
13 I can do it myself, thank you.
14 Let me wrap your wrist with this bandage.
15 I have bought a new digital camera. I'm sure we'll take nice pictures with it.
16 The government is trying a variety of things to prevent (reduce) pollution.
17 I saw a comedy that was very funny.
18 If we continue to pollute the environment,many endangered species will become extinct.
19 We should take the children out for a walk. It's a lovely day!
20 I went to Berlin two years ago.
21 We can throw a birthday party. It'll be fun!
22 If you're tired, you should take some rest.
23 You haven't finished the milk, have you?
24 Mike is as clever as Pete. They will both do well in the exam.
25 I 've twisted my ankle and it really hurts.
