Today, June 27, 1754, Empress Elizabeth approved the design of the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. The author was Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli. The construction was completed in 1762 under Catherine II.
Today, June 27, 1754, Empress Elizabeth approved the design of the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. The author was Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli. The construction was completed in 1762 under Catherine II.