Peterhof Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Russia
About Peterhof
Peterhof is a Dutch and German word meaning "Peter's Court". The emperorPeterwas fascinated by the West and took on many of its customs in his court, switched to the Julian calendar, and so on. Western European influence is abound in the Peterhof, called the RussianVersailles. Peter played an active role in the layout and design of the Peterhof ensemble that he started in 1714, although it continued to be developed after his death. In 1721 Peter the Great founded next to his palace the Peterhof Fabric that later became the "Petrodvorets Watch Factory - Raketa" producing since 1962 the famous Russian watches under the brand "Raketa" in honor of Yuri Gagarin. Sometimes it is useful to speak of New Peterhof (Russian: Новый Петергоф,Novy Peterhof) and Old Peterhof (Russian: Старый Петергоф,Sta
Top Attractions in Peterhof
Explore the best things to see and do in Peterhof:
- ★Peterhof church
- ★The Petrodvorets Watch Factory
- ★World War II memorial
Where to Eat in Peterhof
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Большая Оранжерея
Peterhof Travel Guide Sections
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