The city of 101 islands, which has become the self-proclaimed cultural capital of Russia, has a seemingly endless array of unique photo opportunities. You only need to look at the number of Russian and foreign tourists wandering around one of the city's many picturesque canals or embankments with guidebook and camera in hand to be reminded of the city's unique beauty and popularity. The former center of a vast and glorious empire which quickly became Russia's most European city was created and developed by a group of talented European and Russian architects.

Keeping in the spirit with the photogenic nature of the Northern capital we have assembled an interesting collection of original photographs of the city as seen through the eyes of some of its own talented professional photographers that will leave you asking for more.

Black and White St. Petersburg - Visit St. Petersburg native photographer Ilya Narovlyansky's impressive and unique exhibit of classical-style black and white photographs of St. Petersburg. Have a glance at picturesque snow-covered Lion's Bridge or the beautiful rain-soaked Palace Embankment.

St. Petersburg Photo Gallery by Dmitry Illison - Experience the beautiful color and contrasts of Illison's photographs. Enjoy the rich greens and purples of his unique shot of the Northern capital's famous Palace Square, or an enchanting view of the city's romantic canals and embankments.

Wandering Camera - Talented St. Petersburg photographer Peter Sobolev has compiled an impressive archive of original photographs of our enchanting city. Whether you want to see the historic Peter&Paul Cathedral's landmark golden needle rise into the sky or view one of the seven draw bridges on the Neva River during White Nights, this archive is for you.