The first thing that really catches your eye are the twin light beacons in the harbor between the two rivers. They were built to guide ships toward each river's docking areas. They are called: "The Rostral Columns". The unquestioned highlight to the motorcoach tour was the "Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood". Really tough to get into as the crowd had to enter through one half of the regular sized door at the side of the church. If you can imagine racing to enter a subway door at rush hour, you have an idea of this entrance. That being said, I have never in my life seen such magnificent tile artwork. Enjoy.
Huge new business center being constructed.
Norwegian cruise ship in port - way bigger.
The Hermitage Museum.
One of two side by side lighthouses built by Peter the Great to guide ships in to port.
The other one
The Cruiser Aurora. A permanent museum.
Sailor on watch as the tourists mill.
Actors dress up like ancient sea captains and pose with the tourists-don't forget to tip or you could be in for some angry retorts.
Even from the outside, the Church of the Spilled Blood is dramatic. Once inside you get overwhelmed.
Enjoy.
enjoy
Enjoy
Crowded, yes!
Don't yell fire!, please!
Tour of the City by Motorcoach