The White Nights of Saint Petersburg are the period when the beauty of the impressive city is not hidden under the cloak of night. In search of the extraordinary charm of the place, many tourists prefer to visit this northern city, especially at this time. They come to enjoy the sights and a host of cultural and entertainment events, which take place over several weeks of White Nights. Enjoying the culmination of cultural life in May and June, the romance of the place with lots of canals amidst peaceful surroundings, everyone can find a good source of inspiration, especially art and nature lovers.
White nights seem like twilight at night, which lasts for a few weeks in June. The geographical location explains this phenomenon, since Saint Petersburg is located in the northern part of Russia. The existence of the white nights shows that everything is wisely devised by nature. For example, at that northern latitude, vegetation grows slowly and 24-hour light provides better conditions for growth, which is important for the area, where summer is short.
Twilight is a little deeper from midnight to 2 a.m. when a new day begins at sunrise. There is always something magical about this phenomenon. Everything seems so peaceful and calm that you can even hear your heartbeat. Those who are lost in the daily routine, discover a new inspiration and joy of living in a place as mysterious as St. Petersburg.
The cultural life of the city is rich in places during this period. The main festivals, concerts and entertainment events take place within the White Nights Festival. “Stars of the White Nights”, the international music event, is one of the greatest in Russia. It is supported by the government and features performances by famous ballet and pop stars. Originally, the festival was presented by the Mariinsky Theater for citizens and guests of St. Petersburg in 1993.
On May 27, the young at heart can join in the celebration of the school’s graduates: “Scarlet Sails”, named after Alexander Grin’s book. People gather on the embankment of the Neva River to enjoy the performance of the Symphony Orchestra and watch the incredible fireworks display. It is a very spectacular fair, which is worth visiting St. Petersburg just for the fact of doing it.
You can enjoy jazz performances with famous musicians from all over the world. It is included by the Philharmonic Society of Jazz Music in the range of the most prestigious musical events in the world. It annually brings together jazz fans in the Mikhailovsky Garden in addition to various concert halls. Such an important musical event leaves unforgettable impressions in the memory of all jazz lovers.
Nightlife is in full swing in this period with more than a million guests in the city. The popularity of white nights translates into hotel overbooking and high room rates. For this reason, many tourists prefer to rent private apartments, which are more spacious and affordable. The rental apartments are located in the city center close to most places. The convenience of staying in the city center is obvious. You will not depend on the movable bridge, you will feel free and fully enjoy being at the center of Russian cultural life.