The book by traveler, writer and journalist Vadim Burlak tells about the little-known, mysterious life of St. Petersburg, which created its fame as one of the most mysterious cities in Russia. The author has collected many legendary and real stories about Peter the Great and other equally famous residents of the Northern capital. In addition, in the book the reader will find information about St. Petersburg bridges, canals and houses, unusual fires and floods, and prophecies that have come true and those that have not come true. For a wide range of readers interested in the history of the fatherland.