The Admiralty Building is an iconic building that stands facing the Neva River. It was originally built in 1706 according to plans by Peter the Great; The location was specifically chosen so that it would be within range of the cannons of the Peter and Paul Fortress across the Neva in the event of an invasion, and the plan was to destroy the Admiralty building before it was captured by the enemy; When you are in Saint Petersburg, do not miss his visit and contemplate the details of its ancient construction.