- Monument to Pushkin on Art square
This monument, which was designed and built exclusively by Russian craftsmen is surrounded by romantic and poetic atmosphere. Therefore, if you feel that relationships with your lover are getting worse, you should definitely visit this place and ask Pushkin to help you and then make a date near the monument. Many citizens say that it really works. Is it magic or just a coincidence? You can find it out if you are visiting St Petersburg!
Where: Art square
- The atlantes
There are many legends about the atlantes saying that they have a tremendous power. They can not only hold the sky but also make your dream come true. People say that you should rub the thumb of the atlant’s left foot and make a wish. This ritual is quite popular among newlyweds. There is a belief that if a couple touch the atlantes foot, their marriage will be happy.
Where: Millionnaya street, 35
- Potseluev bridge
There are many romantic legends related to Potseluev bridge. This bridge is popular for its romantic panoramic view of Saint-Isaac Cathedral and attracts many tourists and citizens, especially couples, who are going to marry each other. The legend say that the longer couple kisses the longer their marriage will prolong.
Where: the embankment of Moyka river
- Chizhik-Pyzhik
You may ask who is Chizhik-Pyzhik? It is a small bird (the smallest urban monument in St Petersburg), which is always ready to bring you luck.
To make your wish come true, you will need to throw the coin and it should stay on the pedestal of the monument or hit the bird’s beak. A little bit of accuracy, patience, and you will get a great luck!
Where: embankment of the Fontanka river, 2
- Griffins on bank bridge
Christmas and New Year’s holidays are coming, so you could start feeling that you definitely need some extra money to buy wonderful presents to your friends and family, to go on a trip or visit more places in a new city. Therefore, you can come to griffins, which place on the bank bridge. This bridge is situated in the heart of St Petersburg near Kazansky Cathedral. All you need to do is to put your hand in the mouth of winged beings or touch their golden wings and your budget will increase!
Where: Griboedov channel embankment, 28
