Dancingbeartour

  Catherine Palace , about 20 km from the city, was one of the royal summer residences. Come to this luxurious place which was called “the jewellery piece” by contemporaries who saw it for the first time. Elizabeth, Peter the Great’s daughter, loved luxury and always tried to get the best. Her palace will try to overwhelm you with wealth and elegance. Elizabeth loved balls and masquerades. Find out more about the 18 century dances in the largest hall of the palace – Grand Hall. Imagine coming to a ball there dressed in the traditional XVIII century clothes. The ballroom is the biggest hall in all palaces outside of Saint Petersburg. Learn why the place in nicknamed the light gallery. Try to guess which doors are real ones and which are only mirrors that reflect candle light and make the space look larger. Look at your own reflection in the endless gallery but be careful: they say if you look too long, you may see your future there. The unique baroque style palace was restored after...

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