Peter and Paul Fortress
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The Peter and Paul Fortress is the original citadel of Saint Petersburg, Russia, founded by Peter the Great in 1703 and built to Domenico Trezzini's designs from 1706 to 1740 as a star fortress. Betwe
An aerial view of the fortress
Peter and Paul Fortress
Palace Bridge and "Peter and Paul" fortress
Entrance from Ioannovsky Bridge
Benjamin Patersen
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Benjamin Patersen, or Patersson, was a Swedish-born Russian painter and engraver known primarily for his cityscapes.
Neva Gate, Peter and Paul Fortress
Senate Square
Green Bridge
Great Gostiny Dvor