The Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace, nestled in the historic town of Tsarskoye Selo near St. Petersburg, Russia, stands as a breathtaking testament to the grandeur of the 18th-century Russian Baroque architecture. Often referred to as the Great Hall, this majestic space spans over 800 square meters and is renowned for its opulent decor and intricate artistry. Designed by the architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli, the hall features soaring ceilings adorned with elaborate stucco and gilded carvings, which reflect the light from the numerous crystal chandeliers, creating a dazzling spectacle of light and shadow. The walls are lined with elegant mirrors and embellished with gold leaf, amplifying the sense of vastness and luxury. Historically, this hall served as the venue for imperial receptions, balls, and formal ceremonies, echoing with the footsteps of Russian royalty and dignitaries. The Throne Hall's artistic and cultural significance remains a captivating draw for visitors, offering a glimpse into the regal life of the Russian Empire and the artistic brilliance of its architects and craftsmen.
- Grand Catherine Palace Rastrelli
- Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Catherine Palace great hall ornament
- Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo interiors
- Light gallery of the Catherine Palace
- Great Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo
- Great Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo
- Winter Palace St. Petersburg ballroom
- Tsarskoe Selo Arabesque Hall
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- Throne room Tsarskoye Selo before the war
- Anti-camera Catherine Palace
- Peterhof Catherine Palace bedroom
- Catherine Palace Ballroom
- Winter Palace St. Petersburg inside the Throne Room
- Anti-camera Catherine Palace
- Tsarskoe Selo St. Petersburg Catherine Palace inside
- Tsarskoe Selo (museum-reserve)
- Catherine Palace Ballroom
- Royal Palace of Greece state rooms
- City Pushkin Catherine Palace interior
- Great Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo
- Great Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo
- Great Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace
- Catherine Palace Throne Room plafond
- Petrovsky Small Throne Hall Hermitage
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Golden Enfilade of the Catherine Palace
- Catherine Palace Peterhof virtual tour
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace
- Catherine Palace inside the Throne Room
- Rastrelli architecture Catherine Palace
- St. Petersburg Catherine Palace
- Throne room of the large Kremlin palace
- Catherine Palace Ballroom
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Light gallery of the Catherine Palace
- Hermitage Catherine Palace
- Great Catherine Palace by Rastrelli in Peterhof
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace
- Great Catherine Palace Great Hall
- Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo interiors
- Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo interiors
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo
- Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo Alexander Hall
- Bartolomeo Rastrelli Catherine Palace inside
- Throne Hall of the Catherine Palace
- Tsarskoe Selo Catherine Palace Ballroom
