Neva Collection (#7)

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Taking water from the Neva River in St. Petersburg. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1874

English Quay on the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia
View of the English Quay (or Embankment) on the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia. The embankment was built during the 1760s. Date: circa 1910s

Temporary Tramway across River Neva, St Petersburg
The temporary Electric Tramway running across the frozen River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia. Date: circa 1900

Oil spill cleanup, Russia
Oil spill cleanup. Cleaning up oil spilt in the Neva River near St Petersburg, Russia. Photographed on 20th April 2010

EVNT2A-00296
Russian bombardment of Noteborg (Petrokrepost), from an island on the Neva River, during the Great Northern War, 1702. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Electric Tramway - St. Petersburg, Russia
The new Electric Tramway running alongside the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia

St Petersburg in Winter
The city in winter : a horse- drawn sleigh beside the frozen Neva : behind is the Nicolai Bridge

Russian Rail on Ice
Temporary railway constructed over the frozen Neva at Saint Petersburg

St Petersburg Bridge
Traffic crosses the Neva on one of many bridges

Russian Sleigh
Driving a two-horse sleigh beside the river Neva at Saint Petersburg

St Petersburg -The Point
The Point, on the islands in the Neva delta, is a favourite place for the citizens to take the air and meet their friends

Pavlovs dogs trapped in a flood
When Pavlovs dogs are trapped in a flood of the River Neva at Leningrad (St Petersburg), their conditioned reflexes are altered, leading him to a crucial psychological breakthrough

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

The Neva River, a majestic waterway that weaves through the heart of St. Petersburg, holds centuries of history and beauty within its icy currents. From the frozen wonderland it becomes in winter to the vibrant city center it overlooks at sunset, this river is truly a sight to behold. One can't help but be captivated by the enchanting scene of Catherine the Great herself visiting an ice mountain on Admiralty Square back in 1788. The artist's portrayal perfectly captures her awe and admiration for this natural wonder. As we stroll along the banks of the Neva, we are reminded of Alexander Nevsky's heroic victory against the Swedes on these very waters. This Russian prince left an indelible mark on history and his legacy lives on as his name graces both river and cathedral alike. Speaking of cathedrals, who could resist being spellbound by St. Isaac Cathedral standing tall against a breathtaking sunset backdrop? Its golden domes seem to glow with divine radiance as they reflect off the tranquil surface of the Neva. And let us not forget about Scarlet Sails - a magical event that lights up St. Petersburg each year with dazzling fireworks and sailing ships adorned in scarlet sails, and is a celebration that fills our hearts with joy and reminds us why this city is so beloved. But perhaps one of the most sacred moments tied to this mighty river is when Russian Orthodox priests gather for a ceremony to bless its waters. The image from 1895 shows their solemn reverence as they bestow blessings upon what has become more than just a body of water - it symbolizes life itself. The Neva River near Peter and Paul Fortress holds another special occasion: Mid-Pentecost Celebration or Prepolovenie Day. On this day, locals come together to honor tradition amidst picturesque surroundings, creating memories that will last a lifetime.