Gostiny Dvor is a big department store in the city of Saint Petersburg. Presently, it has become a prominent shopping mall. It is one of the oldest shopping malls in the world. Between the period of 1757 and 1785 this center was constructed. Jean-Baptiste M. Vallin de la Mothe was the chief designer of this shopping complex. Originally it comprised 178 separate shops, but during the Siege of Leningrad, this mall was completely demolished. Soon after its reconstruction work started and it became the biggest shopping mall in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Description of Gostiny Dvor
Gostiny Dvor looks similar to San Marco Square, Venice. Often exhibitions are also held over here. Throughout the year a number of tourists come to see this architectural monument. Since the early part of
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18th century, it is catering to the needs of the local as well as international shoppers. In the first floor of this mall there are footwear, souvenirs, cosmetic and music stores.
Items Available at Gostiny Dvor
On the other hand, on the 2nd floor, designer clothes are sold. Toys and hats also remain available in the stalls of this floor. In all the seasons, this mall provides discount on different products. Shoppers are also allowed to purchase goods on credit.
Location of Gostiny Dvor
Located at 35 Nevsky Prospekt, Gostiny Dvor offers all types of good, that a customer may wish to buy. There is a metro station nearby that makes Gostiny Dvor easily accessible from all parts of the city.
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