This art book is devoted to the five former Imperial residences around St Petersburg. Splendid photographs present the world-famous palace-and-park ensembles that were created by outstanding 18th- and 19th-century architects at the will of the Russian rulers. The opulence of the palaces and fountains of Peterhof, the refined beauty of Tsarskoye Selo, the romantic harmony of Pavlovsk, the poetry of Oranienbaum and the austerity of Gatchina are enough to stir any heart.

Text in English.
St Petersburg, 2003.
250 pages, 374 color illus.
9 3/4 x 12 1/4 in. (25 x 31 cm).

ISBN: 5-94795-009-X