An 18th-century building that's the residence of the patriarch of St Petersburg. It's generally closed to the public.
Metropolitan's House
St Petersburg
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A picturesque cemetery behind the Trinity Cathedral, where more recently deceased Petersburgers can be found, including former mayor Anatoly Sobchak and…
2. Holy Trinity Alexander Nevsky Lavra
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A classical design completed in 1790 that contains the remains of St Alexander Nevsky.
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5. Necropolis of the 18th Century
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A packed cemetery noted for its fine statuary. Here you'll find the final resting place for Mikhail Lomonosov and Natalya Lanskaya (Pushkin's wife) as…
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Training centre for Russia's future spiritual leaders. It's generally closed to the public.
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8. State Museum of Urban Sculpture
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