The Mikhailovsky (St. Michael's) Castle was constructed in Saint Petersburg, Russia during 1797 to 1800. The castle belonged to Russia’s monarch, Paul I and was designed by Vincenzo Brenna, an Italian architect. The castle has been recognized as part of the Russian Museum in 1990s.
The Mikhailovsky Castle in Saint Petersburg was constructed to be the Royal residence. Ditches were dug around the castle and draw bridges were used. In 1801 Paul I was murdered in the castle. Then the building was given to the Main Engineering School of the army. The Mikhailovsky Castle or the St. Michael's Castle came to be known as the Nikolayevskaya Enginering Academy.
The Mikhailovsky (St. Michael's) Castle is one of the museums of Saint Petersburg. In the early years of 1990s, it became a part of the Russian
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Museum. The castle comprises private apartments, parade rooms and chambers. It also housed the art collection of Paul I at the different galleries like the Arabesques Gallery, and Raphael Gallery.
Portraits of the Royal Family members of Russia and of noted personalities are displayed at the Portrait Gallery of The Mikhailovsky (St. Michael's) Castle in Saint Petersburg. Portraits of Peter the Great to Nicholas II are kept in this gallery. Visitors can also check out with the exhibitions put up at the castle.
The Mikhailovsky Castle is located at 2, Sadovaya Street in Saint Petersburg. Except Tuesdays, the museum remains open for visitors from 10 am to 5 pm. On Mondays it closes one hour earlier than the usual closing time. Nevsky Prospect and Gostiny Dvor metro stations are situated near the museum.
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