St. Petersburg is famous for its palaces and parks, located not only in itself, but also in its environs. So, one of the architectural attractions of this region is the Chinese palace in "Oranienbaum", interesting with its history, exterior and interior decoration.
Where is the Chinese Palace in Oranienbaum?
The settlement of Oranienbaum since 1948 is no longer there, so those wishing to visit the Chinese Palace will face the problem of how to get there. In fact, everything is very simple, you should go to the city of Lomonosov. Since this town is one of the suburbs of St. Petersburg and is only 40 km away from it, tourists should first come to the northern capital, and then by bus, train, minibus or ferry ride to the palace and park ensemble "Oranienbaum".
There are several options:
- from the metro station "Avtovo" - bus number 200 and minibus №424a and №300;
- from the station of the Baltic station - an electric train;
- from the metro station "Prospect Veteranov" - minibus №343;
- from the port: ferry St. Petersburg - Kronstadt - Lomonosov.
You can find the Chinese Palace in the western part of the Upper Park (or Own Dacha), at the end of the Triple Lime Alley.
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What is interesting about the Chinese Palace?
This elegant structure was created as the personal residence of Empress Catherine II and her son Pavel. The Chinese palace was erected in 1768 by Antonio Rinaldi in the Rococo style, but with the use of Chinese motifs and works of art of this country in the interior, for which he received his name.
The northern part of the facades is almost completely preserved in its original form, despite the completion of the second floor, while the southern side was completely changed.
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Externally, the Chinese Palace is quite simple, but its interior impresses visitors with its diversity and richness. Among the internal premises of great interest are:
- A large hall - decorated with sculpture, painting, mosaic, bas-reliefs depicting Peter I and Elizabeth. It is located in the heart of the palace and is marked by a faceted protrusion from the north side;
- A glass cabinet , in which panels preserved in the 1760's were preserved;
- Lilac lounge or Shtofnaya bedchamber , located on the west side of the Great Hall and the Muse of Lucretia Hall.
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And also the Blue Living Room, the Large and Small Chinese Classrooms.
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To the central part of the palace there are two enfilades: in the west there were premises of Catherine II, and in the east - her son, Paul.