🟢St. Petersburg is an open-air museum and a true symbol of Russian culture. To mark the city’s 322nd anniversary, we’ve put together a collection of documentaries that capture the many faces of this remarkable city.

📹 Dostoevsky is one of St. Petersburg’s most iconic figures. His characters were born here — but belong to the world. How did a Russian writer unlock the secrets of the human soul? Find out in Universal Dostoevsky.

📹 Did you know the Hermitage is guarded by cats? They protect priceless works from rodents — and even have a holiday in their honor. Discover the heartwarming story of the museum’s most unexpected heroes in Secret Hermitage helpers.

📹 Fabergé eggs were created in St. Petersburg and still amaze with their intricate, jeweled mechanics. Why are they still considered the pinnacle of craftsmanship? Explore the story in this episode from the Inland Visions series.

📹 Argentinian singer Carlos D’Onofrio followed his beloved to St. Petersburg — and found a new home. Today, he performs at the Mariinsky Theatre. His story is told in an episode of the No Limits series.

📹 At this academy, art is taught the classical way — anatomy, traditional painting techniques, and the belief that form reigns over content. Discover how great art is made in Art of Gold.

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