Yusupov Palace
Yusupov Palace on the Moika, Moika Palace, Yusupov Palace
russia, Saint Petersburg
The Yusupov Palace is one of the main attractions of St. Petersburg; it amazes with the richness and luxury of its decoration. The mansion was built in the 18th century. on the bank of the river Washing. From 1830 to 1917 The palace was owned by representatives of five generations of the Yusupov princes. This house is famous not only for its rich interiors, but also for the fact that Grigory Rasputin was killed in its basement. Visitors to the Yusupov Palace will be delighted by its ceremonial halls, living rooms, magnificent home theater and other historical rooms. Within its walls, classical music concerts, theatrical performances and vocal evenings are regularly held.