Russian Federation Gatchina Palace, park area
The appearance of the palace and park ensemble in Gatchina dates back to the reign of Empress Catherine II. In 1765, the Empress gave her favorite Grigory Grigoryevich Orlov a luxurious gift: the Gatchina Manor. The picturesque relief, spring lakes, connected by channels and rivers, made it possible to create a unique landscape park here, the center of which became a palace unique in its architecture.
Photography Tips
In summer, the best opportunities, but always a lot of tourists.
Travel Information
Accessible place, near the railway station, you can get on your own car or with a tourist group from St. Petersburg
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Lots of people
Best Timing
Summer
Sunrise & Sunset
09:09 - 16:21
| current local time: 11:42
Photo Themes
Architecture
history
interesting place
Landscape
Park
Locations
Russia
Northern Russia
Leningrad Region
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