Mikhail Kalashnikov, whose last name is connected forever with his world famous assault rifle, died on the 23rd of December, 2013. He was one of the most outstanding military men in the history of the USSR. The Russian hero was … Continued
In the middle of winter in Saint-Petersburg with severe weather and gloomy clouds, could one imagine seeing bunches of roses, tulips and lilies? Hardly found even in the summer in our northern city, these beautiful flowers are in full bloom … Continued
New Malevich Exhibition in St Petersburg To one of the most mysterious and not fully understood artists of the previous century – Kazimir Malevich – The Russian Museum of Fine Arts dedicates its last exhibition of 2013. Kazimir Malevich was … Continued
Grand Choral Synagogue Celebrates 120 Years in St Petersburg – ”In the heart of every Jew – 120 years and forever!” Did you know that St. Petersburg has the third largest synagogue in Europe? This year the Grand Choral Synagogue … Continued
The brand new Pulkovo 3 International airport terminal was opened on December 4th, 2013 in St Petersburg. Construction began in 2011 and cost approximately 1.2 billion euros. The new terminal is expected to increase passenger turnover to 17 million people … Continued