The Great Cascade is the most beautiful and majestic fountain in Peterhof, summer residence of the Russian Tsars. Thanks to its dimensions and abundance of water, marvelous statues and marble balustrade this monument of Baroque art, ranks as one of the best among the most famous fountains all over the world. The decision of its construction was taken in 1734, when the 25th anniversary of the defeat of the Swedish troops near Poltava was celebrated. This major event in the Northern War took place on the feast day of St Sampson, and therefore the historic battle was represented allegorically as a fight of the Biblical Samson with a lion. The sculpture was supposed to symbolize the victory of Russia over Sweden (the lion is depicted in the Swedish coat-of-arms).
A really well made dark blue ceramic cup with golden design from Russia. This is the perfect size for drinking coffee, tea or anything you like.
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