I love you, Peter’s great creation,
I love your view of stern and grace,
The Neva wave’s regal procession,
The grayish granite – her bank’s dress . . .
Alexander Pushkin, 1833
You can fall in love with Saint-Petersburg. Having come to this city once you want to come back here again and again.
Victor Travel Blog 
You’re making me jealous Victor.
These photographs are a reminder that I had the chance to go to Russia twice and didn’t. Aaah! However, one of my travel goals is to take the train from Berlin to Moscow and pop over to Saint-Petersburg for a few days. Here’s to hoping! 😀
p.s. Happy New Year Victor!
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Hi Victoria. Thank you.
This is a decent goal.
Moreover, Russia is exclusively comfortable for visiting nowadays, there are no restrictions inside the country.
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Hi Victor,
Very good to know.
Right now, we’re not allowed to travel to Russia, but as soon as we’re able, I’ll be on the train in a shot! 😀
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Yes. Democracy. Good luck in future.
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Beautiful pictures. St. Petersburg is impressive. I was lucky to be the first group in the Hermitage, that morning in 2018.
An invitation to see more of Russia.
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Sadly because covid I cant do my hobby 😦
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I think cvd is better than a war.
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yes that is true you can read about my hobby in my latest blogpost
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Wow. the pictures look great! `Russia has always interested us. The history and culture is very interesting too. Someday I would love to go the Moscow and St. Petersburg.
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Thank you James.
I hope you will do it. St. Petersburg is worth of visiting. It’s number one city in Russia despite the fact it is not the capital anymore.
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The details are stunning! Thanks
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Many thanks.
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Gorgeous. Absolutely love Russia.
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Many thanks.
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We were there a long time ago ..this brings back memories . Thanks for sharing. I am so happy I found your site.
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Anita, thank you for reading and commenting.
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Wonderful to see your fantastic photos of this great city. We have had 2 very full days in St Petersburg & seen many wonderful places. The museums & churches were sensational. Great to see that you are travelling again.
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Hi Margaret. I am glad to see you again. In Russia people can travel without restrictions, and we use this opportunity.
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Saint Petersburg is in my bucket list! Hopefully when travel restrictions will be gone (or easier) then we’ll explore this lovely city!
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There are no restrictions in Russia. It is the best time for visiting museums now.
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A beautiful city
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Thank you.
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You have done a daring thing, my friend. Although you enlisted your great poet to assist you.
And, to accompany his words, your excellent photographs.
Yes. I look forward to seeing the Neva wave’s regal procession.
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He-he. Thanks a lot Brad.
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I see what Pushkin means.
You have captured her beautifully, Victor!
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Many thanks Jackie. I am glad to see you. I hope you and Mark are in good health.
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We’re smashing, thanks Victor. We’re back on the road, so that’s where we’re happiest!
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Happy travels!
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Thank you! xx
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I’ve always been intrigued by Saint Petersburg for its rich history and great architecture. Luckily now Indonesians can apply for e-visa to go to Russia, although for that trip to happen I might need to wait a little longer (at least until the pandemic is pretty much under control).
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You don’t need to wait. Now is the best time for visiting museums. “Pandemic” restrictions are minimal in Russia, just wear you mask in a museum or transport. Museums are empty, no lines, no crowds, tickets are awailable always…
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Hmmm, very tempting. We’ll see about that. It’s the restrictions when I return to Indonesia I’m more worried about.
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You remind me this is a place to which I must go back.
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Don’t postpone the visit. Now is the more comfortable time for visiting museums, you will easy get in any one without lines.
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The details are stunning! Those reflections are very nice too.
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Thank you, Pam. This city is beautiful. It’s near impossible to take a bad picture.
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What a beautiful city this is!
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It is. Thank you, Anneli.
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