Great meeting place to start your adventure into the hermitage. Costumed characters Expect a good tip for photographs. Respect the local custom. They’re trying to make a living too.

one of the most tourist attractions in St. Petersburg which is located in the middle of the palace square facing winter palace and the Hermitage at the same time. it is amazing to visit this column which is apparently made of just one granite block and it stands at its place by its weight. i suggest strongly to visit this square and enjoy the vivid atmosphere of it. have fun there :)

Nice place to have a fun

One of the interesting things to see at Palace Square in St. Petersburg is the Alexander Column which is situated in the centre of the square between the Winter Palace and the Building of the General Staff. The monument was constructed between 1830-34 by French architect Auguste de Montferrand and is named after Emperor Alexander I who ruled Russia from 1801-1825. It is red granite and 24.5 meters tall, topped by a statue figure of an angel holding a cross. The pedestal is quite decorative with bas-reliefs on each side. The column is flanked by two lamp posts and there is a cast iron railing around the monument. Collectively, it makes for an attractive monument arrangement. In the end, if you enjoy monuments, this is a nice one to see. You can take nice pictures by standing right in front of the General Staff building. Here you see the Alexander Column in front of the Winter Palace building.

An impressive column of marble, carved from a single block that is prominent in Palace Square. Notice the detailed relief sculptures on the 4 sides of the pedestal. Apparently, it's not fixed down, just stands erect under it's own weight!

Beautiful one block granite column, in the middle of the palace square facing the winter Palace and Hermitage, many musicians are performing there day and night

It's very likely that you will visit the hermitage meuseum if you are in st petersburg. This monument is right outside the museum and it's quite impressive given that the massive column is standing alone on it's own weight without being fixed with any mechanism. The area is very scenic and perfect for photography. Definitely should check it out.

I was once visit there. It was great experience in life. A memorable event when I was there. It is a very beautiful and historical construction. A symbol of high standard.

Palace square is the main area in saint Petersburg. Recommended place for fun . It's the main tourist attraction.

my love started and ended here. His beauty steals your mind and body

Such a huge place, its really fantastic

Went there in the middle of winter but it was even more beautiful in snow. It was amazing to stand in front of a monument dedicated to one of the world's greatest rulers & conquerors.