This light-hearted beautifully illustrated and informative talk takes you on a breathtaking journey around St Petersburg.

It explores the treasures of the Hermitage Museum (with one of the largest and most spectacular art collections of the world), the stunning Peterhof Palace (the Versailles of the North created by Peter the Great) and the romantic Summer Palace (associated with Catherine the Great). The talk also includes a brief history of St Petersburg with some unusual stories. Did you know about the Faberge Elephants?