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1443-23. Group of oak trees in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014Similar picturesLarge thumbnails | Use small thumbnails | View as slideshow |
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1443-23. Group of oak trees in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014Similar picturesLarge thumbnails | Use small thumbnails | View as slideshow |
 Ilikovskaya Road in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Meadow near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Geranium flower near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  West Alley near Katalnaya Gorka Pavilion in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Forget-me-not flowers in a ditch of Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Brown moths on a leaf near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Close up of Forget-me-not flowers in a ditch of Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Spiked Rampion (Phyteuma spicatum, Kolnik in Russian) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Flowers of Lesser Butterfly-orchid (Platanthera bifolia) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Group of leaves on Lipovaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Oak trees on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  A grove in Oranienbaum Park featuring a mix of historic oak and linden trees, which are key elements of the Upper Park s landscape design. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Lesser Butterfly-orchid (Platanthera bifolia, Russian name liubka) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Twayblade orchid (Neottia or Listera ovata, Russian name Taynik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Flower of Spiked Rampion (Phyteuma spicatum, Kolnik in Russian) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Spring trees on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  A fly pollinating Twayblade orchid (Neottia or Listera ovata, Russian name Taynik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Blue flower of Black Rampion (Phyteuma nigrum, Russian name Kolnik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Flowers of Twayblade orchid (Neottia or Listera ovata, Russian name Taynik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Blue flowers of Black Rampion (Phyteuma nigrum, Russian name Kolnik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Close up of Twayblade orchid (Neottia or Listera ovata, Russian name Taynik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Blue flower spike of Black Rampion (Phyteuma nigrum, Russian name Kolnik) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Close up of a white flower of Spiked Rampion (Phyteuma spicatum, Kolnik in Russian) near Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  "Golden Autumn" in Upper Park. The image highlights a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees. Tall spruce trees (dark green) stand in contrast to the vibrant yellow of the maples and lindens, creating a rich texture and color palette typical of the Upper Park s diverse planting design. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Little Switzerland area of the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Lower Pond in the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Katalnaya Gorka Pavilion in the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Kamennoe Zalo(?) Pavilion in the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Valley of Karasta River the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Classic "Golden Autumn" above the Karasta River in Oranienbaum[CloseCurlyQuote]s Upper Park. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Russian Switzerland in Oranienbaum Park that highlights the serene, painterly quality of the Upper Park s landscape. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Menshikovsky Palace. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Benches in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Garden below Menshikovsky Palace. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Market on Rubakina Street. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Alley of Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 25, 2015  Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Lipovaya Alley of Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  First Poperechnaya Alley of Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Trees near southern end of Lower Pond in the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 25, 2015  Trees on an island of Lower Pond in the park. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 25, 2015  House with balconies on Peterburgskaya Street. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Dome of Cathedral of Archangel Michael. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Interior of Cathedral of Archangel Michael. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 22, 2014  Formal alley of manicured spruce trees in the Lower Park of Oranienbaum, leading towards an entrance gate. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Linden (Lipovaya) Alley of Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Oak rows on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Spring on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Neat linden alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Iron sculpture of three women in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Pavilion Katalnaya Gorka in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Silvery leaves on Lipovaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Young leaves of ostrich fern in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Fresh greenery on Lipovaya Alley of Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Young leaves of aspen on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Blue violet (viola) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Young linden leaves on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Marsh marigold (kingcup, Caltha palustris, Russian name Kaluzhnitsa) in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Scenery around the Chinese Pond (Upper Park Pond) in Oranienbaum Park. The stone pergola, draped in vivid red wild grapes (Parthenocissus), serves as a striking architectural centerpiece across the water. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Distinctly autumnal scene in the Upper Park near the western facade of the Chinese Palace. The centerpiece is the bronze sculpture group "The Three Graces" (or "Three Virtues"), depicting three women standing in a circle holding hands. This classical motif represents charm, beauty, and creativity. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Katalnaya Gorka Pavilion (Sliding Hill Pavilion), a masterpiece of 18th-century architecture located in the Upper Park of Oranienbaum. Designed by Antonio Rinaldi, this 33-meter-high pavilion is a striking blend of Baroque and early Classicism. Its festive, light-blue and white facade, tiered "wedding-cake" shape, and crowning bell-shaped dome make it resemble a lighthouse rising above the park s trees. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  "Golden Autumn" season in the Upper Park. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Spring peas (Lathyrus vernus, Russian name Cheena) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  "Golden Autumn" landscape typical of the Upper Park. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  A classic alley in Upper Park during the height of autumn. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Soykinskaya Alley (or Road) in Oranienbaum Park. This is a major thoroughfare in the Upper Park, notable for its impressive width and the straight, long perspective it creates, reminiscent of the "prospekts" designed in the 18th century. The alley is flanked by mature, stately trees--predominantly oaks and lindens--whose canopies form a "golden tunnel" overhead. The fallen leaves completely cover the ground, creating a continuous carpet of orange and yellow that mirrors the canopy above. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Young leaves of Lily-of-the-valley (Convallaria majalis, Russian name Landysh) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium alternifolium, Russian name Selezionochnik) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Unfolding leaves of Lily-of-the-valley (Convallaria majalis, Russian name Landysh) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Yellow flowers of marsh marigold (kingcup, Caltha palustris, Russian name Kaluzhnitsa) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Blooming Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium alternifolium, Russian name Selezionochnik) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Back lit Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium alternifolium, Russian name Selezionochnik) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Flowers of Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium alternifolium, Russian name Selezionochnik) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Inflorescence of Alternate-leaved Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium alternifolium, Russian name Selezionochnik) on Angliyskaya Alley in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  A carpet of yellow leaves on a lawn. The fallen foliage belongs primarily to Norway maples (Acer platanoides), which, along with linden and oak trees, dominate the Upper Park s romantic landscape. These maples are responsible for the intense yellow and golden hues visible in October. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 23, 2017  Red-barked dogwood (Cornus alba, Swida alba, Russian name Dioren Bely) in Upper Garden. Oranienbaum (Lomonosov), a suburb of Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 11, 2016  Dynamic display of autumn color and texture in Upper Park. The image highlights a grove of white-barked trees--likely birch or aspen--whose bright trunks are textured with patches of green moss and lichen. These vertical lines contrast beautifully with the chaotic, horizontal spread of the crimson undergrowth (likely wild shrubs like dogwood). Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Alley crossing in Oranienbaum Park. The image captures a quiet intersection of paths lined with mature trees, emphasizing the park s thoughtful layout that encourages leisurely exploration. The placement of multiple benches at this crossing invites visitors to pause and take in the surroundings from different angles. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Rustic, three-arched stone bridge (often referred to as the Ruin Bridge or simply the stone arch bridge) in the "Russian Switzerland" area in Oranienbaum s Upper Park. Built from rough-hewn boulders to mimic a natural or ancient ruin, it harmonizes perfectly with the wild, rugged aesthetic of the Karasta River valley. The bridge spans a small ravine or tributary, surrounded by a golden forest of birch and maple trees that soften the stone s heavy appearance with delicate autumn foliage. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Trees in the park of Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 23, 2011  Back lit trees in a park of Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 23, 2011  Blue violet (Viola) flower in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 23, 2017  Oaks near Chinese Palace in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  A sculpture near Chinese Palace in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  Area of Chinese Palace in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  A sculpture near Chinese Pond in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  Pergola near Chinese Pond in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  Artificial waterfall on the Karasta River in Oranienbaum Park serving as a connection between the Upper and Lower Parks. It is a tiered spillway designed with granite steps that allow the water to cascade gracefully from the Lower Pond, flowing underneath a massive stone bridge (the Lower Bridge/Dam Bridge) Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Linden alley in Oranienbaum Park. Mature linden trees form a dense, golden tunnel overhead. The long, converging lines of the tree trunks draw the eye toward the distant tractor, emphasizing the scale of the park (which covers over 160 hectares) and the ongoing maintenance required to preserve its historic appearance. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Classical linden alley in the Upper Park, a perfectly straight, tree-lined corridor, a hallmark of the formal garden design elements retained within the landscape park. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Apollo statue near Chinese Palace in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  Iron statue near Chinese Palace in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  Winding gravel path in the Upper Park of Oranienbaum. This area was called "Russian Switzerland" because of its rugged, hilly terrain, steep river banks, and the winding Karasta River valley, which landscape architects designed to resemble a wild, mountainous alpine landscape on a miniature scale. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Majestic, mature trees in the Upper Park that define the landscape s romantic character. The massive, gnarled branches of an old oak tree dominate the foreground, framing the view with their dark bark and patches of green moss. Its remaining leaves are a mix of rusty orange and brown, contrasting with the brighter yellow foliage of the surrounding maples. Beneath the trees, a dense thicket of shrubs (dogwood) creates a vibrant layer of red and pink tones. This rich undergrowth adds warmth and complexity to the autumn palette, which is primarily golden-yellow. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Iron sculpture Three Graces near Chinese Palace in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 11, 2016  Autumn scene of Karasta River in Oranienbaum Park. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025  Blooming wood sorrel (Oxalis acetosella, Russian name Kislitsa) in Upper Park in Lomonosov (Oranienbaum). West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 23, 2017  "Golden Autumn" on a slope leading to the Lower Pond in Oranienbaum Park. Oranienbaum palace-and-park ensemble in Lomonosov (a suburb of St. Petersburg), Russia, October 13, 2025 |