Russia Peter & Paul Fortress from Palace Embankment

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Ilya Melnik

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The Peter and Paul Fortress is a historic landmark located in the city of St. Petersburg, Russia. It was founded by Peter the Great in 1703 and served as a military stronghold during the early years of the Russian Empire. The fortress features a distinctive bell tower, which is a prominent feature of the St. Petersburg skyline.

Views from across Neva river are spectacualr.

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