In the heart of St. Petersburg , where the Fontanka River intersects Nevsky Prospect, is the legendary Anichkov Palace. This structure is the very first stone building on the Nevsky Prospect. Throughout its existence, the palace has changed many hosts, rebuilt, changing its appearance, but still remained as magnificent as two centuries ago.
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History of the Anichkov Palace
Like many palaces built during the reign of the august persons (for example, Stroganov and Yusupov palaces), the Anichkov Palace was also created as a gift to the favorite of Elizabeth - A.G. Razumovsky. Its construction began in 1741 by the architect M.G. Zemtsov, who died before the end of construction and was replaced by G.D. Dmitriev, and after - F.B. Rastrelli. Initially, the palace was built in the style of Russian baroque, but due to the numerous reconstructions that began in 1779, the facade, roofs and the annexe of the third floor, the palace acquired the look of early classicism.
Repeatedly changing the appearance of the main entrance, not in its place in 1805 was built a magnificent colonnade of shopping arcades. Later, the stables and services were built. Each owner, who once again was granted the palace, made its changes in its appearance. All the restructuring continued until the beginning of the Great Patriotic War, during which the palace was practically not damaged.
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Anichkov received his name from the name of the officer Anichkov, who was quartered with his battalion in the neighboring settlement, and under whose leadership the first wooden bridge, named Anichkov, was built. Subsequently, after the death of the officer, the palace located near the bridge also began to be called Anichkov.
The Anichkov Palace Museum of History
In the former personal museum of Emperor Alexander, the Anichkov Palace Museum is now located. In the exposition - everything that is connected with the history of origin and the owners of the estate. A separate place in the museum is occupied by evidence of the already modern post-war history, since the Anichkov Palace was given to children and here the Palace of Young Creativity is located to this day. Every year, exhibitions are held here, where the achievements of young St. Petersburgers and their mentors are presented.
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Entertainment
Mugs for children in Anichkov Palace
The smallest inhabitants of St. Petersburg have the opportunity to spend their leisure time profitably, because the famous Anichkov Palace, in which the House of Creativity is located, has in its arsenal 1300 various sections and circles. Such a huge choice will not leave the slightest desire for children to wander aimlessly along the streets or spend time near the computer. Here you can pick up an activity that will appeal to both boys and girls.
Anichkov Palace swimming pool
The largest in Europe institution of extracurricular education, which includes a swimming pool, a country center, a concert complex, its own marine vessel and much more - all this is Anichkov Palace. In the training and recreation complex, recently a swimming pool has been built in which not only children, but also adults can spend their free time with health benefits.
Adults can visit the gym with a huge number of different simulators, and in the water to do aqua-aerobics and gymnastics under the supervision of a coach or just swim.
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Address and mode of work of the Anichkov Palace
Find it easy - the palace is located on the most prominent Nevsky Prospekt at number 39. You can get to it either on foot or by using public transport. On the metro you should go to the station "Gostiny Dvor" or "Mayakovskaya" and "Dostoevskaya". Opening hours are daily from 10.00 to 18.00, except for weekends. In order to find out the details for a visit, please call +7 (812) 310-43-95.