The Winter Palace is a historic architectural marvel and former royal residence situated in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Constructed between 1754 and 1762 under the reign of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna, it stands as a prime example of the Russian Baroque style. Designed by architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli, the palace was the official residence of the Russian monarchs until the 1917 revolution. This majestic green-and-white palace boasts over 1,500 rooms, adorned with opulent decorations and treasures that reflect the wealth and power of Imperial Russia. Its vast scale and grandeur are meant to symbolize the might of the Russian state. Currently, the Winter Palace is part of the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest and most prestigious museums in the world, housing a collection of over three million works of art and antiquities. The palace's heritage as the scene of significant historical events, including the Bloody Sunday massacre and the storming by the Bolsheviks, marks it as a symbol of Russia's turbulent past. Its galleries and halls continue to attract visitors who marvel at the luxurious surroundings and the extensive art collections.
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