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White Nights · Traditional Festivals & Ceremonies

A cultural festival during the midnight sun featuring Scarlet Sails, ballet, and bridge openings. It is a city-wide spectacle highlighting St. Petersburg's artistic heritage under the natural phenomenon of extended daylight.

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Best season: Spring
Difficulty: 4
Region: Russia, St. Petersburg

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A serene and imaginative portrayal of a woman sleeping surrounded by fluffy clouds.

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A woman sleeping peacefully in a cozy bedroom, enveloped by soft white sheets, under the gentle glow of night lighting.

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Palace Bridge raised over the Neva River at dusk in Saint Petersburg.

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