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Pavlova's Room
Interactive historic ballet spot
I like it when historic places suddenly get their second life. This is exactly what's happened with Anna "Pavlova's Room" in Saint Petersburg...
by
Olga
Samoilova
Berthold Centre
Creative well yard
"Berthold Centre" in St. Petersburg creates cozy and historic vibes with its big umbrella yard. I always have trouble deciding between the pizza & syrniki!
by
Olga
Samoilova
Chaev Mansion
Dental clinic in a millionaire home
The "Chaev Mansion" in St. Petersburg is a dental clinic that's actually in an old pre-revolutionary mansion! You can't miss it...
by
Olga
Samoilova
The Manege
A new old exhibition center
"The Manege" in Saint Petersburg isn't just a place for trade fairs anymore -- the art exhibitions in this historical riding hall are just stunning!
by
Arseny
Veber
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