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CATHERINE PALACE. THE TRIUMPH OF THREE EMPRESSES

A grand palace ensemble birthed by the will of three empresses – Catherine I, Elizabeth, and Catherine the Great. With a gentle but powerful hand, each of these women selected the best architects and artists of her time to create a stunning summer residence worthy of the sovereign of a mighty state. This is true luxury. Every structure in the palace and park ensemble is unique. Some commemorate historic victories, while others say more about colorful events in the empresses’ personal lives. The palace and everything that surrounds it has become a symbol of majesty and a testimonial to these women’s love for this place – Tsarskoye Selo. Watch Catherine Palace: Triumph of Three Empresses to discover its secrets.

Year 2024

Duration 00:38:26

A grand palace ensemble birthed by the will of three empresses – Catherine I, Elizabeth, and Catherine the Great. With a gentle but powerful hand, each of these women selected the best architects and artists of her time to create a stunning summer residence worthy of the sovereign of a mighty state. This is true luxury. Every structure in the palace and park ensemble is unique. Some commemorate historic victories, while others say more about colorful events in the empresses’ personal lives. The palace and everything that surrounds it has become a symbol of majesty and a testimonial to these women’s love for this place – Tsarskoye Selo. Watch Catherine Palace: Triumph of Three Empresses to discover its secrets.

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