About This PhotoThe Story Behind
I took this photo during my trip to St. Petersburg, Russia. It's around 1:00 am, and the city is alive with its iconic White Nights. This time of year, the skies are never fully dark. The photo features a beautiful dome lit warmly in the foreground, contrasting with the cool blues and oranges of the sky. You can see how the architecture blends into the vibrant cityscape, with the notable silhouette of the Lakhta Center in the background. St. Petersburg is filled with stunning sights like this, where history and the modern world coexist beautifully. I used my Canon EOS 7D to capture this moment, aiming to highlight the surreal quality of the night at such a unique time. This sight is something you don't easily forget—a city that never quite sleeps because the light never entirely leaves the sky. If you're ever in St. Petersburg during this magical time, make sure to experience these nights firsthand.
EXIF Details
Photographed in Sankt-Peterburg, Russia in July 2012 with a Canon Canon EOS 7D at 56 mm, f/8, 1.6s, ISO 100.
- Camera
- Canon Canon EOS 7D
- Camera Mode
- Aperture Priority
- Shutter Speed
- 1.6s
- Aperture
- f/8
- ISO Speed
- 100
- Focal Length
- 56 mm
- Time of Shot
- 29 Jun 2012






