Known as the location of the attempted murder of the notorious mystic Rasputin, Yusupov Palace is one of the many estates that the influential family of Yusupov. Built by French architect Jean Baptiste Vallin de la Mothe, the mansion is built luxuriously and holds about 40,000 works of arts. The favourite residence of Felix Yusupov, the most notable feature of the palace is the palatial theatre where often performances and events are held. The ceilings too, are ornately decorated with sculptures and carvings. There is also a display in the palace museum that uses photography, documents, and wax figures to recreate the Rasputin assassination and the following investigation.

• Many sections of the palace are wheelchair accessible, except the private rooms and exhibits "Last Owners of the Palace" and "Murder of Rasputin".
• It is advisable to take an English-speaking guide who can explain the information that is mostly in Russian.
• Photography fee is extra.

• State room- 500 Rub and Murder of Rasputin Exhibit- 300 Rub.

• Nearest Metro- Naberezhnaya kanala Griboyedova, DK Svyazi.

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