This majestic yellow and white Palace, placed on the bank of the Moika River, attracts tourists from all over the world. Its history, mysterious and enigmatic, is closely connected both with the richest Russian Yusupov family and the ominous name Gregory Rasputin, who is the most controversial figure in Russian history and was cruelly murdered in the Palace in 1916. Even though Yusupov Palace was reconstructed several times, its facade still keeps its classic appearance.
The renovated six-column portico amazes visitors with its ineffable harmony of proportions and elegance.
The magnificent edifice is a showcase of the spendthrift and aristocratic lifestyle of the St. Petersburg nobles. Yusupov Palace - a historical and cultural monument of federal significance.
Nowadays, it is open for visitors: there are impressive exhibitions in the spacious halls and interesting excursions in the Blue and Red rooms, which are remarkable for their splendid decor.
