Winter Wonderland: 14 Most Beautiful Winter Destinations in the World
| December 10, 2018
8. St. Petersburg, Russia
Undeniably one of the coolest cities worldwide (from late November to March) St. Petersburg simply comes alive in the winter when the snow covers its buildings and the air turns a little crispier. There is a lot of culture to soak in within this region, including a visit to check out the Mariinsky Theater and Saint Petersburg Philharmonia; however, to truly understand the spirit of St. Petersburg, visiting the area on January 6th, around Orthodox Christmas, is an inspiring and wonderful experience to be a part of.
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