Peterhof

Peterhof

Peterhof is the gem of Russian art, city of parks, palaces and fountains. It was built under the order of Peter the Great to commemorate Russian victory over Sweden in the Northern War. The architectural ensemble of Peterhof may be compared to that of Versailles, Summer residence of French kings. Previously Peterhof used to be a fashionable Summer residence of Russian emperors. The centre of the ensemble is the Great Palace. Three monumental cascades lead from the Great Palace to the Lower Park, which is a real masterpiece with 173 fountains located on its territory.