Kitaev's House

Kitaev's House, located in Pushkin, Saint Petersburg, is a historically significant building constructed in 1827 by architect V. M. Gornostaev for Yakov Kitaev, a court footman of Nicholas I. Notably, the famous poet Alexander Pushkin resided here during the summer and autumn of 1831, working on several of his literary masterpieces. The house has undergone various renovations over the years and now serves as a museum, showcasing the restored interiors and furnishings from Pushkin's era. Visitors can explore the architectural features of this wooden structure, including its unique rounded mezzanine and historical rooms that reflect the life and times of one of Russia's greatest poets.