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Films, video lectures and webinars available online on the Presidential Library’s portal

1 December 2023

Memorial Day of the Holy Blessed Prince Alexander Nevsky and the accession to the throne of Elizabeth Petrovna, a professional holiday for lawyers and the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Russian Federation. These and other memorable dates in the history of Russia are timed to show films, video lectures and webinars in the TV Channel section on the Presidential Library\s portal from December 1-15.

The Presidential Library marking the opening day of the Annunciation Bridge

1 December 2023

The grand opening of the first permanent bridge across the Neva took place on November 21 (old style), 1850. St. Petersburg is often called the Venice of the North, since the city is dotted with many rivers and canals, and bridges are the connecThe grand opening of the first permanent bridge across the Neva took place on December 3 (November 21 - old style), 1850. St. Petersburg is often called the Venice of the North, since the city is dotted with many rivers and canals, and bridges are the connecting link between the islands. There are about 800 of them, and each has its own history, its own characteristics and a unique architectural appearance.ting link between the islands. There are about 800 of them, and each has its own history, its own characteristics and a unique architectural appearance.