1. Trip To St. Petersburg Presented By: NitinGoel MBA-2B
2. 300 years old, St. Petersburg has a rich and exciting history Full of dramatic events and major historical figures Founded in 1703 by Emperor Peter the Great as his “window on the West” St. Petersburg enjoys a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere Most beautiful architecture in Europe For those interested in culture and history, St. Petersburg is the perfect holiday destination About Saint Petersburg
3. Location: Eastern Europe, the Eastern shore of the Baltic Sea (Gulf of Finland) Latitude: 59 degrees 57' North Longitude: 30 degrees 19' East Time Zone: GMT +3, Eastern +8 Founded: 16 (27) May, 1703 Population: 4 million 750 thousand (as of January 1998) Area: 1400 square kilometers Main river: Neva. The city is located in the delta of the Neva River on numerous islands, a fact which prompted some observers to call it "The City on 101 Islands" St. Petersburg in Facts and Figures
45. Major shopping destinations Dom Knigi (The House of Books) St. Petersburg Flea Market (Russian watches, inexpensive lacquer boxes, military and traditional costumes, etc.)