A vacation in Russia isn’t complete without a visit to the Palace Square. This is a large square in St Petersburg where visitors can marvel at the Alexander Column. The Alexander column stands 155 feet high and was built in honor of Alexander I and his defeat of Napoleon in 1812. Another landmark in the square is the Arch of the General Headquarters. This arch is 3,300 feet and the longest arch in existence in Europe!
Peterhof once served as a summer residence of the Russian Tsars and is a town famous for its palaces, fountains and parks. Built by Peter the Great; it took two centuries to build and includes seven parks and 20 smaller palaces and pavilions. The Grand Cascade is a series of three waterfalls, 64 fountains and no less than 37 gilded statues - in particular the well-known statue of Samson. A vacation in Russia should include at least one trip (preferably more) to Peterhof.
If you fancy a vacation in Russia why not travel along her waterways. These channels link the Russian cities and the cruise ships act as ‘floating hotels’. Travelers can soak up the views from the decks as the ships dock in Moscow and St Petersburg.
Cruise ship tours are guided so you will be learning about Russian culture and history as you meander along her rivers - the perfect way to vacation in Russia. Some cruise ships have Russian language courses available on board for the more linguistically adventurous. A vacation in Russia is definitely full of surprises!
A vacation in Russia may not be everybody’s first choice but if you’ve seen the Caribbean, Australia and Africa and want something unique and filled with elegance and romance then Russia may be just what the doctor ordered.
One thing is for sure you aren’t likely to become bored as you travel around this majestic and intriguing land.
