The image, initially rotated 90 degrees clockwise, depicts a view looking outwards through an arched passageway. The interior of the archway features a painted, light-colored vaulted ceiling with visible cracks and numerous black electrical cables running along its contours, secured with clips. Two small, white surveillance cameras are mounted near the top of the arch. On the right side of the passageway, a section of ceiling is covered with light yellow tiles, and a yellow wooden door with a metal handle is visible. The floor transitions from this yellow paneling to a darker, rough concrete surface towards the left. The archway is closed off by an elaborate, black wrought iron gate. The top portion of the gate mirrors the semi-circular arch, featuring radiating bars with decorative finials. The lower, rectangular section of the gate has a geometric pattern of horizontal and vertical bars interspersed with circular motifs. A smaller pedestrian gate, or "kalitka," is integrated into the larger structure. Through the gate, an outdoor scene is visible under what appears to be overcast daylight. Several cars are parked on a grey concrete or asphalt surface, including vehicles in red, gray, and orange/brown hues. Beyond the parked cars, trees with bare branches or very sparse, light-green leaves suggest either late winter or early spring. A small, red-and-white sign is affixed to the upper right section of the wrought iron gate. The text, in Russian, reads: "ПРОХОД КАЛИТКИ ЗАПРЕЩЕН," which translates to "Passage through the pedestrian gate is forbidden." The overall impression is of an older building, typical of Saint Petersburg architecture, with modern security and utility installations.Tourist captures topiary art and selfies
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Anna Dibrova

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Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 10:27 AM

Saint Petersburg, Russia

59.92500, 30.32900

The image, initially rotated 90 degrees clockwise, depicts a view looking outwards through an arched passageway. The interior of the archway features a painted, light-colored vaulted ceiling with visi…read more

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