Old Saint Petersburg Stock Exchange and Rostral Columns

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The Old Saint Petersburg Stock Exchange and Rostral Columns are iconic landmarks located on Vasilievsky Island in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The Stock Exchange building, designed by French architect Jean-François Thomas de Thomon and completed in 1810, is an exemplary piece of neoclassical architecture. Its grandiose facade and imposing columns reflect the significance of commerce in the city's history. Flanking the Stock Exchange are the Rostral Columns, which serve as both navigational aids and decorative monuments. These columns, adorned with the prows of ships and topped with statues, were originally intended to celebrate Russia's naval victories and serve as beacons for ships navigating the Neva River.

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