The fortress on Orekhovy Island at the source of the Neva River near St. Petersburg was built by the Novgorodians in the mid-14th century. Here was planted the first potatoes in Russia and installed the first antique statue. This park was also adored by Alexander Pushkin. We tell you what else is interesting about the personal residence of the Russian emperor and what you can see here today.
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