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03-Mar-2008
Top Reasons to Visit St. Petersburg
St Petersburg: Enchanting Grandeur and Picturesque Views
St Petersburg has been recognized as one of the ten most attractive travel destinations in the world by the UN. From historic marvels like museums, monuments, palaces, cathedrals to picturesque sights; St. Petersburg has a lot to offer to the enthusiastic tourist. The grandeur and architectural marvels of its palaces enhances the attraction quotient of this city although it has several beautiful hotels in St. Petersburg. The winter palace, Menshikov Palace, Taurida Palace, Mariinski Palace, Menshikov Palace among others are an absolute must see. From ballet performances to picturesque canals, entertainment, nightlife and discovering the historic grandeur of the city; St. Petersburg remains unsurpassed in every aspect of beauty and culture.
Hotels in St Petersburg
Be it business or pleasure; St Petersburg boasts of some excellent hotels ranging from luxury 5 star hotels, superior 4 star hotels, and standard 3 star hotels to even budget hotels. During the festive season or international conference; it becomes almost next to impossible to find room in even the smallest or cheapest of the hotels in St. Petersburg. Most of the hotel tariffs are inclusive of meals (usually breakfast); while others meals are usually charged for. Furthermore, all foreign visitors required to leave their visa and passport with the hotel reception for registration purposes. Hotels in St. Petersburg are located in and around the city; each with its distinct attractiveness. For tourists who want to soak up the nature; there are hotels that are located on the banks of the Neva River. Other hotels are located in the very center of the city; just a few kilometers from the Moscow Railway Station. With a wide range of hotels (budget, mid range to luxury) in St. Petersburg; every tourist gets to witness the marvels of the city; within the budget that suits them best.
Cuisine
As among the top tourist destinations of the world; the city caters for a diverse variety of taste buds ranging from their typical Russian cuisines like pancakes with black or red caviar, baked sturgeon, Siberian Ravioli to the much favored Oriental cuisine. Keeping in tandem with their culture, most restaurants feature songs and dances performed by Gypsies. An Indonesian restaurant; in the fact the only one of its kind in Russia; serves authentic Indonesian cuisine and is famous for its culinary tradition. Other famous cuisines offered include Mediterranean, Spanish, Jewish, Polish, Greek, American and many more.
Night Life and Entertainment
Guided tours to the St Petersburg circus are also available and the circus programs range from tight rope walkers, acrobats, clowns, illusionists and much more. The Leningradsky Zoo happens to be one of the oldest zoological gardens of Russia with more than 2,000 animals on display. If you?re staying in hotels in St. Petersburg you can explore the city. Another primary attraction of the city is the St Petersburg Dolphinarium which features the sea lion and four beautiful dolphins. For tourists who prefer a little more indulgence; The Casino Club Premier offers a casino (with games like blackjack, poker, roulette, slot machines and a cocktail bar) as well as a Russian restaurant. From ballet performances to picturesque canals and discovering the historic grandeur of the city; St. Petersburg remains unsurpassed in every aspect of beauty and culture.
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