St. Petersburg and its environs are extremely popular with tourists from all over the world. People from the far ends of the planet come here to enjoy the magnificent architecture, parks, gardens, palace ensembles and views of ancient fortresses.
Excursions in the Leningrad region are unusually diverse. The concentration of interesting places and natural monuments is combined with maximum proximity to Europe. The Leningrad Region borders on Finland in the north and Estonia in the west. These factors could not but leave a definite imprint on the mentality and life of the inhabitants, as well as give a European touch to many events.
Tourists from all over Russia and from other countries most often prefer to stay in St. Petersburg and from there go on excursions in the Leningrad region. One-day tours are the most popular. They allow you to see the desired sights and take a little effort. The fact is that objects to visit are located in different parts of the area and the distance between them can reach several tens or even hundreds of kilometers.
It is customary to start excursions in the Leningrad Region with an examination of the nearest suburbs. There is plenty to choose from. The outskirts of the city are known for the many beautiful palaces of the Russian tsars.
Peterhof attracts tourists with a stunning cascade of fountains and a beautiful park, laid out on the bay. You can get to it directly from the city center on a special high-speed boat. Another option is an electric train or minibus.
The city of Pushkin is world famous for its unique Amber Room, the Catherine Palace and the beautiful park that surrounds all this splendor. Nearby is Pavlovsk, which is not bypassed on any excursion in the Leningrad region. The residence palace is surrounded by a delightful park, which is considered the largest in Europe. Its territory covers more than 60 hectares of land, and stunningly beautiful trees and landscapes delight everyone who has ever been there.
Among the beautiful palace ensembles worth a visit is Oranienbaum. He was the only one who was not injured during the hostilities and is preserved in its original form. In Strelna you need to visit the Konstantinovsky Palace, where international meetings of leaders of various countries take place.
Not only palaces and parks are famous for the Leningrad region, photos of which are recognizable and known throughout the world. Not far from St. Petersburg is the famous city of maritime glory - Kronstadt. It is located on an island that connects two dams with the mainland. It is in Kronstadt that the Baltic Fleet is based, and during various wars, the city played an important role in protecting against the enemy.
Excursions in the Leningrad region can also be thematic in nature. At one time, you can go around several objects or significant places, such as monasteries. The most famous of them is the Tikhvin Bogoroditsky monastery. The reason for a trip to the east of the Leningrad Region can also be the Oreshek fortress and the magnificent Lake Ladoga.