His name has two versions of origin: on behalf of the merchant Abraham Tuchkova, which bought part of the bridge in St. Petersburg, and supported them in good condition or on behalf of the engineer, raising it until much later. Vprevye bridge appeared in the middle of the 18th century and even then was the longest in the city. Over time, he only improved poyavilsi-spans and an adjustable mechanism, artificial asphalt; parts are replaced by steel, and when shipping has expanded and opened the...
Red Bridge, another ” color ”, has retained its historical appearance. Built back in 1717 and painted in white, it is not for long existed in this form. Then the gap was made between the spans for the passage of sailing ships, but due to the rapid development of transport bridge was changed to single-span cast iron, which is the only one left is not changed to the present. Thanks to the care of restorers have recreated the railing with pattern, four-sided granite obelisks and...
Blue Bridge-known for that is the widest in the world (almost 100 meters) He connects Kazan and the Admiralty Islands, but it almost nobody notices, because it is perceived visually as a part of the area. The bridge was built in the mid 18th century, and almost immediately was nzavan blue because of the color in which it was painted. Later it was rebuilt, making a three-span stone and, next arranged a kind of market where you can buy and sell serfs, he lasted until 1861. It should also pay...
Black River primarily famous because it was here that took place the last duel of the most famous Russian poet. At that time, there was nothing except a few wooden cottages, but many of St. Petersburg used this way if they had to go to Stone Island. Perhaps rivals specifically chose this place that they could interfere with someone, but it unfortunately did not happen. The exact place of the duel has been preserved as they were strictly forbidden and punished; so the only reference during the...
Defense of Leningrad Museum, occupies three buildings of the former Handicraft Museum. In December 1943, it was decided to set up the exhibition, which will Support the fighting spirit and a little bit to reduce the tense atmosphere that prevailed at that time. The whole year was a preparation for the opening, collected the trophy weapons and documents about the exploits of the inhabitants of the city; were displayed the most important events of the blockade of the city, the work of ”...
This small building is almost imperceptible for one of the oldest cathedrals in our city Andrew. However, built in 1760, it is almost the same age as the aforementioned church. Built in the Petrine Baroque style, it is dedicated to Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom. The church was a temporary abode of all believers at the time of the construction of St. Andrew’s Church, here were transferred to the iconostasis, altar and other church items from the personal...