Dvortsovaia Ploshchad' (Palace Square)Historic and Romantic Square
Dvortsovaia Ploshchad'
St Petersburg,
Neighborhood: Central
Nearest Train: Nevskii ProspektPhone: +7 812 576 6094
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Audio Guide Lined by the imperious Winter Palace and the sweeping majesty of the General Staff building, this square is one of the world's most impressive inner-city expanses. Like Red Square in Moscow, this open area has been a witness to the turmoil in Russian history. In 1905, the square played host to Bloody Sunday, when confused palace guards opened fire on peaceful demonstrators. During the Revolution of October 1917, the alleged "storming" of the Winter Palace was launched from the square.NYC Best Hotel Deals: 50% Savings In New York! Experience New York At It's Finest!JustClickLocal.comAlaska – it’s HOT! Get a FREE Official Alaska Travel Guide today.TravelAlaska.com
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You should love this place. It is breathtaking. I recommend coming to the square from Nevsky to incr...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 24 2008