Fireworks illuminated the evening sky in Russia, marking 80 years since the lifting of the Siege of Leningrad. Spectacular footage shows a colorful pyrotechnics display ignited over St Petersburg on7.

and the Neva River runs through the city center – St. Petersburg is a planned city that originated with the Peter and Paul Fortress on Zayachy Island (Hare Island). Palace Square, in the heart ...

The Peter and Paul Fortress fired a salute, and torches were lit on the Rostral Columns as part of the traditional commemorations. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived at St. Petersburg and ...