Each year the exceptional city of St. Petersburg becomes a sprawling place filled with natives and tourists alike because of the event that celebrates culture. It happens for two months that attracts many people to the place. The celebration is called the White Nights Festival.
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What are White Nights all about?
It is a natural marvel that happens during the summer months on the two poles. The festival is also called as the Midnight sun. In the north and south of the Arctic Circle because of the latitude of the regions the sun will not set for two months. On the night during the summer solstice, the sun will be present for the whole night.
The White Nights festival in St. Petersburg is arranged by Saint Petersburg City Administration. The city is well known for its poetic surroundings and marvelous operas. The festival will put in the front seat all the exciting matters like the music and arts of the place which are given utmost importance. There are many performances planned to please the large crowds of people arriving to watch the festival. You can also enjoy this atmosphere in St. Petersburg by choosing the Russia tour package.
What Occurs at the Festival?
The highlight of the night is the show, Scarlet Salls. It is a specialized event for the high school graduating students. It is held at the weekend nearer to the summer solstice. There is a huge display of fireworks arranged in this celebration and that is why it appeals to many. There is also an open-air concert held for celebration with music. There is also a light, water and pyrotechnic masterpiece show that is a spectacle that everybody must see in their lifetime. In the Neva River, the boats containing the red Salls are allowed to cross the water for wishing the students a good journey to their adulthood.
There are lots of carnivals to watch that take place around the city. The actors perform the enactments of some of the historical characters and ride through the place in the carriages to celebrate history. There are also modern shows such as the bands performing at the festival. Once, Rolling Stones appeared and mesmerized the audience with their show. Join the celebration to enjoy the shows mentioned here with your dear one through Russia tour package for couples.
The Museums Opened at Night During the Festival
The interesting museums in the city are open to the public even at night. Cherry-pick the Russia tour package and visit the museums in St. Petersburg if you are a museum fanatic.
The list of the museums open are-
- History of Religion Museum
- Museum of Political History
- Sheremetev Palace
- Museum of Dolls
When the Festival Celebrated?
The 2020 dates for the White Nights festival in St. Petersburg is 22nd May to 21st July. The natural event of the white nights starts from late May to early June. The brightest nights are observed to fall in-between 11 June to 2 July.
Therefore you can plan the vacation now to enjoy the rich cultural celebration of the city. Have a look at the Russia tour package and Russia tour package for couples and plan your holidays for making your summer vacations memorable.
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