In the latest episode, Tofurius Crane explores St. Petersburg, from its imperial past to the pulse of Russia’s modern cultural capital.
The tireless American begins his journey at the Yusupov Palace – the very spot where Grigori Rasputin was assassinated. To soak up the 19th-century atmosphere, Tofurius attends a lavish costume ball, before taking in breathtaking rooftop panoramas of the historic city centre.
Next, he delves into the life of present-day St Petersburg: dancing at a morning coffee rave, sampling craft beer in local bars, and meeting dog owners and their pets at a canine festival. The finale is the legendary ‘Scarlet Sails’ celebration – a citywide graduation party featuring raised bridges, spectacular fireworks, and ships on the Neva River, straight from the pages of an Alexander Grin novel.
