Peterhof was founded as a country estate for Peter the Great, but developed into an exquisite royal residence following the tsar's visit to Versailles in 1717.

the opulence of the place is amazing, the gold glistens in the sun. the waterfalls and fountains are amazing. the whole experience is just out of this world and ...

The Grand Palace of Peterhof is one of the most beautiful palaces in Europe. It numbers among the largest architectural monuments of the eighteenth century and ...

Peterhof Palace is one of Russia's architectural gems and it's a true pleasure to stroll through its gardens and immerse yourself in the history of the Romanovs ...

Peterhof is located in Russia a St. Petersburg. After 200 years of serving as a grand summer residence of the emperors, Peterhof is inextricably connected ...

One of St. Petersburg's most famous and popular visitor attractions, the palace and park at Peterhof (also known as Petrodvorets) are often referred to as ...

The town is famous for its a series of palaces and gardens known as the Peterhof Palace, laid out on the orders of Peter the Great, and sometimes called the " ...

"The Peterhof Palace (... originally named Peterhof, Dutch or German for "Peter's Court") is actually a series of palaces and gardens located in Saint ...

Other articles where Great Palace is discussed: Peterhof: The Baroque Grand Palace (1714–28) was designed by Domenico Trezzini and the palace's gardens by ...

Designed and built after the pattern of the Cascade in Marly, the residence of French kings, it gave the name of this part of the Lower Park and the palace ...