Peterhof Palace

The Peterhof Palace was the official winter residence of the Czars, a place where they'd move when it simply became too cold to live in other parts of the country. This palace is on the shores of the Gulf of Finland and is currently a museum of period furniture and artworks which once adorned the palace. Inside, you can't take photos or touch anything, but that's almost better because you pay more attention to the exhibits. Inside, you'll find bedrooms, music halls, banquet halls...all decorated to the last detail with everyday items from the time. This is considered one of the most beautiful palaces in the world.

St. Petersburg is a beautiful city. I was completely shocked by how big the city was and how unique the architecture is.

The riches that the city displays represents what was of the Romanov dynasty, just like Peterhoff, which makes you understand why people were thinking about revolution in the year 1917.