Tauride Palace

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Tauride Palace in Saint Petersburg, Russia, is a historic building originally constructed between 1783 and 1789 for Prince Grigory Potemkin, a favorite of Empress Catherine the Great. Designed by the architect Ivan Starov, the palace is an exemplary model of early Russian Neoclassical architecture. It features an imposing façade with a central portico supported by Corinthian columns and is surrounded by extensive landscaped gardens. Over the years, Tauride Palace has served various functions, from a residence to a political meeting place. Notably, it was the seat of the first Russian State Duma in the early 20th century.

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