🏰 Peterhof Palace – Russia’s Versailles

📍 Location: Razvodnaya Street, 2, Peterhof, St. Petersburg, Russia 🕒 Opening Hours (Summer): – Upper Garden & Lower Park: 09:00 – 20:00 – Grand Palace: 10:30 – 18:00 (closed Mondays & last Tuesday of the month) 🎟 Entry Fee: – Lower Park: ~₽900 adults (~€9), discounts available – Grand Palace: ~₽1000–1500 adults (~€10–15) 🌟 Why Visit? • Fountain Fantasy: Home to over 150 fountains, including the spectacular Grand Cascade and Samson Fountain—all operated without pumps, using 18th-century gravity engineering • Imperial Splendor: Commissioned by Peter the Great in the early 1700s to rival France’s Versailles, Peterhof features lavish interiors, gilded statues, and manicured gardens • Gulf of Finland Views: The Lower Park stretches to the sea, offering breezy promenades and postcard-perfect vistas • Multiple Museums: Beyond the Grand Palace, explore smaller gems like Monplaisir Palace, Catherine Block, and the Bathhouse Wing ✅ Travel Tips • Take the hydrofoil boat from central St. Petersburg for a scenic and fast arrival • Wear comfortable shoes—expect lots of walking across gardens and terraces • Arrive early to enjoy the fountains with fewer crowds, especially in summer #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #旅行酷体验 #博物馆 #世界遗产