The beauty of old homesteads

Start the day with a walk through Demidov Park. Take a photo at the Gothic gate and see the luxurious facades of the main building, the Demidovs' Estate.
Taitsy is considered one of the pearls of the Leningrad region, and the Demidovs' manor house in Taitsy is an outstanding creation of architect I.E. Starov.
These places have attracted artists, poets and composers. The beauty and scenic beauty of these places left few people indifferent. Here was painted the famous painting "View in the suburbs of St. Petersburg," S.F. Shchedrin, which you can admire in the State Tretyakov Gallery.

The Rozhdestvenno estate was often visited by the young Vladimir Nabokov. His vivid childhood memories found a place on the pages of his autobiographical novel "The Other Shores". A large part of the museum collection is devoted to Nabokov and his hobbies.
The museum building is closed to the public during the restoration, which will last until December 1, 2024. However, you can order a tour of the manor park, whose trees have stood for over 200 years. Walking a little further, you can see small caves and springs that gush out of the rocks. The locals believe that the water of one of the springs has healing properties!
Hours of operation: Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tours can be booked by phone at website.

Before you start immersing yourself in the creative environment of Nikolai Roerich's estate, stop by the cozy cafe at the cultural center "Izvara 15". Have a cup of fragrant tea and taste the local pastries.
Hours of operation: Wednesday - Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday - Sunday: 10:30 - 19:00

The next stop is the estate of Russian artist, archaeologist and defender of the natural heritage of humanity N.K. Roerich.
In the museum itself you will find an exhibition of artifacts once found by Roerich, as well as an exposition devoted to his work and family. The house consists of 8 exposition halls, where you can get acquainted with his personal belongings, household items of that time, clothes, dishes and folk art of XVII-XIX centuries.
In addition to the manor house on the territory there are also nine buildings, built several centuries ago, a large park with unique species of trees and small ponds.
You can book a tour by calling 8-813-73-73-273.
Hours of operation: Tuesday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. The tour can be ordered by phone listed on website.

Before you leave for dinner, make a short stop in Gatchina: stroll through the park alleys, take pictures at the bridges, and look at the elegant architectural structures in the sunset.
More information about the visit at website.

Finish your trip with a dinner at a no less interesting place, the BIP Restaurant, which was built back in the 18th century by order of Paul I. The exterior of the restaurant resembles an ancient castle, and only antique tableware is used here for serving dishes.
It is better to book a table in advance, by phone, listed on website.