ST. PETERSBURG FORTRESS. Russia’s First Political Prison

ST. PETERSBURG FORTRESS. Russia’s First Political Prison
ST. PETERSBURG FORTRESS. Russia’s First Political Prison
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2025-08-16 03:00 PM
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Anna L.: Licensed Tour Guide in Russia and Israel

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  • ST. PETERSBURG FORTRESS. Russia’s First Political Prison
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  • Closed Captioning Available
  • Contents suitable for children

Description

Explore the historic Peter and Paul Fortress through Anna’s virtual tour. Situated on Hare Island in St. PetersburgRussia, this iconic structure was founded by Peter the Great in 1703. With its distinct bastions and the stunning Peter and Paul Cathedral at its center, it holds immense cultural and historical significance. This time, we’re heading to the Trubetskoy Bastion, historically significant for its role as a political prison, stood within the formidable walls of the Peter and Paul Fortress. Constructed in the 18th century, it became a symbol of tsarist oppression, where early political dissidents were incarcerated. The damp, dimly lit cells of the Trubetskoy Bastion bore witness to the sufferings of countless individuals who dared to challenge the autocratic regime. Many notable revolutionaries had serve their time in this prison during the tumultuous years leading up to the Russian Revolution of 1917. The Trubetskoy Bastion stands as a somber testament to the resilience of those who fought for change, enduring hardship and persecution in their pursuit of a more just and equitable society.

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Anna L.
Anna L.

Hi, my name is Anna. I used to be a licensed tour guide to Saint Petersburg, Russia. Due to Russian-Ukrainian war and my zero tolerance of my county’s government, I had to leave my beloved city and job. I’m currently living in Israel. There is no such thing as an ex-guide, so I’m not wasting my time and studying to become a licensed tour guide to the Holy Land. Join me in my exploration of Israel. Let’s discover this country together. History is never boring, it’s all how you talk about it. I do all kinds of virtual tours, from big touristy spots, to the nooks off the beaten path.

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