New Michael Palace

New Michael Palace It is an architectural monument of federal significance. Grand-Ducal Palace Is located at: Palace Embankment, 18, and millions, 19. Architect – AI Stackenschneider. The palace was built in the years 1857-1862 specially for the son of Emperor Nicholas I – Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolayevich. The construction of the palace due to the marriage of Prince on the Baden princess Cecilia August. Since the city already had one Mikhailovsky Palace, home to Michael, it was decided to name the Novo-Mikhailovsky. Currently, a number of works in the palace of the Russian Academy of Sciences institutions. The palace in the style, defined as early eclecticism is reflected in the numerous stylistic reference to different epochs. The building stands out in the urban development districts lush, elegant facades and large dimensions.

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