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Even though the Hermitage is unrivalled as St Petersburg's most impressive mu-
seum, that shouldn't stop you from visiting this lesser-known treasure trove of
Russian art, spread out over four stunning palaces in the centre of the city. The main
building, Mikhailovsky Palace, presents a fascinating collection of Russian art from
medieval icons to 20th-century avant-garde masterpieces, while the Marble Palace
houses a wing of the Ludwig Museum, and the Stroganov Palace has some of the
most spectacular interiors in the city.
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