Special Treasury


This small museum within the main palace is a repository for the personal effects of the Romanovs from Peter the Great onwards. On display you'll see ceremonial clothing worn by Peter, a collection of Catherine the Great's enamel snuff boxes, a host of Fabergé creations, and the twin golden thrones of the ill-fated Nicholas and Alexandra.


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