Summer time in St Petersburg is very special - but why? Spotlight on Russia visits
the Venice of the North'.
People often say that St Petersburg is
the Venice of the North'. This is
because it is a beautiful city with 90
waterways, 42 islands and 300 bridges.
Every summer from June until перевод July
something wonderful happens in St
Petersburg. It is a wonder of nature
that Russians call the 'White Nights'.
Visitors from all over the world travel
to the city to see this. During the White
Nights the sun does not set completely
and a silver glow fills the sky. This sight
attracts tourists and locals who go
outside to enjoy it and celebrate.
At night, crowds of people sing and
dance by the Neva River. They watch the
bridges open as boats pass by and
fireworks fill the sky. A visit to St
Petersburg during that time is a fantastic
experience.
ACTIVITIES
The White Nights are certainly a beautiful
sight. Write to us about any other interesting
What is special about St
Petersburg? What happens at that
time? Discuss in class.​

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