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  Saint Petersburg - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
St Petersburg is known as the city of 300 bridges.
St Isaac's Square is graced by a monument to Nicholas I, which was spared by Bolshevik authorities from destruction as the only equestrian statue in the world with merely two support points (the rear feet of the horse).
The public monuments of St Petersburg also include the circular statue of Catherine II on the Nevsky Prospekt, fine horse statues on the Anichkov bridge, a Rodin-like equestrian statue of Alexander III, and the Tercentenary monument presented by France in 2003 and installed on the Sennaya Square.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/St._Petersburg,_Russia   (4445 words)

  
 St. Petersburg, Florida - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Petersburg was incorporated on February 29, 1892, when it had a population of only some 300 people.
Petersburg has a branch of the state university, the University of South Florida St. Petersburg, as well as St.
Petersburg is also home to the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, the inaugural race was held in April of 2005.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Saint_Petersburg,_Florida   (1048 words)

  
 St Petersburg (Russian Federation) - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about St Petersburg (Russian Federation)
Capital of the St Petersburg region, Russian Federation, at the head of the Gulf of Finland;; population (1994) 4,883,000.
St Petersburg is notable for its wide boulevards and the scale of its architecture.
The oldest building in St Petersburg is the fortress of St Peter and St Paul, on an island in the Neva, now a political prison.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /St%20Petersburg%20(Russian%20Federation)   (474 words)

  
 Learn more about Saint Petersburg in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Saint Petersburg (Санкт-Петербург, Sankt Peterburg in Russian; formerly Петроград, Petrograd from August 18 (O.S) = August 31 (N.S), 1914 until January 26, 1924, then Ленинград, Leningrad until September 6, 1991) is a city located in Northwestern Russia on the Baltic Sea, and the former capital of the country, founded by tsar Peter the Great.
The majestic appearance of St. Petersburg is achieved through a variety of architectural details including long, straight boulevards, vast spaces, gardens and parks, figured fences, monumental and decorative sculptures.
Petersburg's position near the Arctic Circle causes twilight to last all night in May and June.
www.onlineencyclopedia.org /s/sa/saint_petersburg.html   (1091 words)

  
 The St. Petersburg Paradox
Petersburg paradox "is to grant that the paradox is not an antinomy." He may mean that the difficulty posed by the game is a result of a factual assumption that utility is unbounded (and not merely by its logical features), and can be removed by rejecting that assumption.
In a sense, the counter-intuitiveness of the St. Petersburg result is a special case of a general and familiar objection to classical decision theory.
The St. Petersburg game is one of a large number of examples which have been brought against standard (unrestricted) Bayesian decision theory.
plato.stanford.edu /entries/paradox-stpetersburg   (6252 words)

  
 St Petersburg City Break - St. Petersburg Travel Breaks Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Not only is St Petersburg architecturally breathtaking, but the city oozes a heady romantic atmosphere that makes it one of Europe’s most talked about city breaks destinations.
St Petersburg has a distinct baroque flavour and thanks to Peter the Great’s demand that every nobleman who lived in his city was to build a new palace; modern-day St Petersburg is crammed with architectural gems.
In fact, St Petersburg’s architectural heritage is so rich that it’s tempting to leave your guidebook in the hotel and see what you can ‘discover’ unaided.
www.st-petersburg-city-break.gb.net   (419 words)

  
 Hotels in Saint-Petersburg. St Petersburg: history, culture, excursions, tours.
The population of St. Petersburg is 4,715,7 as of the beginning of 2001.
In St. Petersburg there are five railway stations that comprehensively provide for the needs of passengers and freight shippers.
Petersburg rivers and canals, trips to Moscow, to the island of Valaam (Lake Ladoga), the island of Kizhi (Lake Onega) - a gem of Russian wooden architecture.
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 Travel St. Petersburg - Russia - PREMIER-VOYAGE Russian Travel Company
Petersburg hotels and apartments, airport transfers, excursion programs, complete travel packages, Russian Visa Support and other travel arrangements in St. Petersburg and Russia.
Petersburg is probably the only city in the world to have acquired so much historic importance in so a short a time.
Petersburg Shore Excursions  Tours in St. Petersburg
travel.inc.ru   (938 words)

  
 St. Petersburg Bicycle Club, Inc.
The St. Petersburg Bicycle Club, Inc., is a social and recreational club that exists to promote safe, satisfying bicycling opportunities to both club members and the general public, of all ages and skill levels, through planned activities and events.
Petersburg Main Library on the corner of 37th St. and 9th Av., N. at 8:30 a.m SHARP as well.
The St. Petersburg Bicycle Club can not and will not be responsible for any damages or bodily injury caused to any rider, their bicycles, or any family member or guest for any reason during any club event, ride or meeting.
www.stpetecycling.com   (414 words)

  
 St Petersburg Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide
St Petersburg has been dubbed the Venice of the North for its palace-lined waterways.
The city's northern latitude means long days in summer and long nights in winter - but in winter, hotels and tourist attractions are less crowded and there's a twinkling magic to the night sky.
Climate-wise, St Petersburg is much milder than its extreme northern latitude would suggest.
www.lonelyplanet.com /destinations/europe/st_petersburg   (370 words)

  
 St. Petersburg Russia from a different perspective – It’s highly advisable to read this unique and ...
Petersburg Russia from a different perspective – It’s highly advisable to read this unique and indispensable information about St. Petersburg Russia prior to visiting this interesting Russian city.
St. Petersburg Russia is an exciting city to explore and a fascinating destination for an adventure.
St. Petersburg is in Russia’s Northwest Federal Region and is the world’s largest northernmost city
www.bravosolutions.com   (265 words)

  
 Saint Petersburg, Russia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Situated at roughly 60 degrees north latitude, St. Petersburg is neighbored by Finland and Estonia and is on about the same latitude as the southern tip of Greenland and Seward, Alaska.
Nevsky Prospekt which is located in the center of St. Petersburg is equivalent to the Champs Elysees, and it is the premiere avenue for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
She is very knowledgeable in St. Petersburg's history, culture, current life styles and Russian traditions.
www.basecamp.cnchost.com /peterbrg.htm   (1697 words)

  
 The Port, St. Petersburg Florida   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Petersburg is located in one of the most beautiful downtown waterfronts in Florida.
Petersburg is also the gateway to the Florida High Tech Corridor, the fifth largest high tech labor force in the United States.
The Port St. Petersburg is strategically located near Tampa International Airport, the St.
www.stpete.org /port.htm   (212 words)

  
 Exploring Russia / St. Petersburg
Petersburg is a city of haunting magnificence, an imperial capital that seems to have been built as a monument to its own passing.
Less than three centuries have passed since Peter the Great began building his grand city on the Gulf of Finland, but it is difficult to visit its vast, crystalline squares and palaces without feeling the enormity of the gulf that separates that time from our own.
The enigmatic homeliness of Peter's cottage and the city's placid canals may contrast with the brooding grandeur of the Winter Palace, but they share with it a graceful stillness that is difficult to forget.
www.interknowledge.com /russia/peter01.htm   (134 words)

  
 My tribute to St. Petersburg
Petersburg (Leningrad from 1924 to 1992) was founded in 1703 by Peter the Great.
Petersburg is situated on 44 islands in Neva river's delta and is famous for its bridges, embankments, museums, and, of course, for its magical White Nights.
Nowadays, St. Petersburg, with a population of over 5 million, plays a very imortant role in Russia's political, scientific, and cultural life.
users.abac.com /gregoryo/mycity   (239 words)

  
 St. Petersburg: Russia's Northern Capital
The city guide "St. Petersburg at Your Fingertips" is meant to introduce you to the most beautiful city of Russia.
Petersburg is an exciting city, which has to offer more than simply the Hermitage Museum and the Kirov Ballet of the Mariinsky Theater.
Officially proclaimed the "Cultural Capital of Russia" St. Petersburg is a place, where you need weeks just to see all its major landmarks.
www.cityvision2000.com /city   (219 words)

  
 RUSNET :: Encyclopedia :: S :: St. Petersburg
Petersburg is a relatively new city, founded in 1703.
Over 300 years of its history St. Petersburg accumulated all the grandeur of the Russian Imperial Court and became one of the largest centres of culture, science and industry.
Created by Peter the Great as a sea port on the Baltic it was essentially "a window to the West" for Russia, combining the best of the West and the East.
www.rusnet.nl /encyclo/s/stpetersburg.shtml   (159 words)

  
 St Petersburg Hotels - Hotels in St Petersburg Russia
Welcome to the St Petersburg Hotels section of Global Hotels-24-7.com where we offer an excellent range of quality hotels in St Petersburg.
Here you will find the St Petersburg hotel of your choice, whether it be a 2-star budget hotel or a 5-star luxury hotel.
The main thoroughfare is Nevski Prospekt which cuts into the middle of the heart of St. Petersburg.To the North of Nevski is the Triangle which is formed by the Fontaka canal and the Neva is packed to the brim of the main cultural attractions as well as loads of restaurants and bars for great entertainment.
www.st-petersburg.globalhotels-24-7.com   (372 words)

  
 Apartments St Petersburg Russia Internet Connected & WiFi Wirless
Our apartments are designed to meet the increasing demand in St. Petersburg for travelers who want style and convenience, but don't want to pay the exorbitant rates Western standard St. Petersburg hotels charge.
We are always happy to receive questions not just about our apartments, but also about St. Petersburg in general.
Petersburg and Russia are wonderful places to visit, but offer many challenges to first time visitors.
www.nevsky88.com   (416 words)

  
 Apartments in St. Petersburg, Russia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Renting an apartment for your stay in St. Peterburg is a great way to save money, particularly for groups or for longer stays.
Luxurious three rooms apartment in the very historical center of St. Petersburg.
Luxurious three rooms apartment in one of the most picturesque districts of St. Petersburg.
www.russiarent.com   (408 words)

  
 Petersburg CITY / Guide to St. Petersburg, Russia
Elcoteq inaugurated on the 7 of October the new manufacturing plant in St. Petersburg, Russia.
The event formed part of the City of St. Petersburg's annual Technology Day, organized for the first time this year.
In 2003, 2 million 600 thousand flowers are to be planted in the streets and parks of St. Petersburg.
www.petersburgcity.com   (675 words)

  
 Incentive Destination Russia - Cosmos - Destination management and chauffeured cars, Russia
Cosmos DMC Russia was founded in St. Petersburg, Russia in 1988, at the very beginning of perestroika.
Based in St. Petersburg, we cater for incoming groups and individuals, designing and delivering tailor-made programmes that make the most of Russiaâ–“s potential as an incentive destination.
Cooperating closely with the St. Petersburg Government and foreign consulates, we have organised services for official delegations from China, Finland, Germany, Italy, Iceland, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, Sweden, and the USA, as well as for VIP guests including members of royal families.
www.guide.spb.ru   (497 words)

  
 Rent serviced apartments in Russia. Moscow apartment, St. Petersburg apartments
Petersburg apartments for short term vacation or business rental.
If you want a more intimate stay than a hotel, or will be making and extended visit to Moscow or St. Petersburg, short term apartments are ideal.
Many of the apartments include kitchen facilities which allow visitors the option of dining in or out during their stay.
apartments-rentals.fabrussia.com   (73 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Hermitage, museum, St. Petersburg, Russia, Art Museum (Art Museums) - Encyclopedia
Hermitage[er´´mEtAzh´] Pronunciation Key, museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, one of the world's foremost houses of art.
It was reconstructed in the neoclassical style in the 19th cent.
See V. Suslov, ed., Great Art Treasures of the Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg (2 vol., 1995) and the catalog Hidden Treasures Revealed: Impressionist Masterpieces and Other Important French Paintings Preserved by the State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg (1995).
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/H/HermitagRus.html   (319 words)

  
 St-Petersburg.net - city guide to hotels, tours, restaurants in St.Petersburg, Russia
If you are to visit St. Petersburg as a tourist or on business, or you are planning to meet your partners in St. Petersburg and need accommodation, we are glad to offer you St. Petersburg hotels reservation at discounted rates.
The restaurants are located in different parts of St. Petersburg- you may choose any depending on the food you prefer and the most convenient place for you.
If you are planning a trip to St. Petersburg you will need a Russian travel visa.
www.st-petersburg.net   (792 words)

  
 Mini hotels in St. Petersburg   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The site presents the highest quality private mini-hotels accommodation you are able to find in St. Petersburg.
The site is a perfect choice for tourists and business travelers who seek comfortable accommodation in St. Petersburg for vacations and business stay.
A new fashionable bussines - class mini-hotel is located in the heart of St. Petersburg.
mini-hotels.russiarent.com   (452 words)

  
 Vacation Rentals, rent apartment in St. Petersburg, Russia Apartments for rent   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Wide selection online of apartments for rent at the historical center of St. Petersburg with descriptions, photos and prices at Apartment Rental of St Petersburg.
Whilst Saint Petersburg, Russia offers a bewildering amount of hotels, today's visitors want more than a hotel can offer, today's visitors want to benefit from the space, privacy and independence that an apartment provides - at extremely attractive rates.
Being first time visitors to St. Petersburg the website information was excellent regarding finding a location, the photographs being a true representation of the apartment.
www.spbapt.ru   (1064 words)

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