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Ingermanland, that was inhabited by Finnic tribe of Ingrians.[15] A small town called "Nyen" grew up around it.
Peter the Great was interested in seafaring and maritime affairs, and he intended to have Russia gain a seaport in order to be able to trade with other maritime nations.[16] He needed a better seaport thanArkhangelsk, which was on the White Sea to the north and closed to shipping for months during the winter.
St. Petersburg is a Russian port city on the Baltic Sea. Founded in 1703 by Peter the Great, it was the imperial capital for 2 centuries, and it remains the country’s cultural center, with venues like the hypermodern Mariinsky Theatre hosting opera and ballet, and the Russian Museum showcasing Russian art, from Orthodox icon paintings to abstract works by Kandinsky
northernmost city in the world with a population of over one million.[13] The Historic Centre of Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments constitute a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Saint Petersburg is home toThe Hermitage, one of the largest art museums in the world.[14] A large number of foreign consulates,international corporations, banks, and businesses have offices in Saint Petersburg.