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3 days ago · The story of the Hermitage begins in 1764 when Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, purchased a collection of 225 paintings from Berlin merchant Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky (Norman, 1997, p. 23). This acquisition, which included works by Dutch and Flemish masters such as Rembrandt, Rubens, and van Dyck, laid the foundation for what would become ...
4 days ago · After a morning at the Hermitage, head to Teplo for a delightful lunch. This cozy restaurant offers a warm atmosphere and delicious Russian cuisine. Following lunch, take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Palace Square, where you can admire the stunning architecture and soak in the historical significance of this central location.
1 day ago · Peter and Paul Fortress. Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood. Nevsky Prospect for shopping and dining. St. Isaac’s Cathedral. The Peterhof Palace and Gardens. Russia is a vast country with exotic food, cuisines, and more. Also, trekking and taking the Golden Ring Tour are among the top things to do in Russia.
2 days ago · Traditional Russian cuisine includes dishes like borscht, pelmeni, and caviar: Attractions: Famous attractions include the Red Square, Hermitage Museum, and Trans-Siberian Railway: Language Barrier: Limited English proficiency among locals, especially outside major cities: Internet Access: Wi-Fi and internet access is widely available in urban ...
4 days ago · “The State Hermitage Museum Endowment Fund has become possible thanks to new legislation in Russia, drafted to create a new source of funding which will provide the necessary autonomy, independence and stability for the museum.”
1 day ago · “Thanks to our collaboration with Nikolay Vasilievich, we were able to involve serious researchers in studying Oleg Kushnirskiy’s collection—Anna Ivannikova, an expert in Russian iconography from the 18th to 20th centuries and curator of the late iconography collection at the Hermitage, and Irina Shalina, an expert on cultural values at ...
21 hours ago · The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, launches a virtual exhibition titled "Africa in the Works of Russian Artists" to celebrate Africa Day. The exhibition features over 100 works by Russian artists, promoting cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of African history and culture.
