March 18-June 18
Founded in 1796 from the personal collection of Catherine the Great of Russia (1729-1796), the State Hermitage Museum is renowned for its extensive collection of exhibits, and is often cited as one of the best museums in the world. It houses more than 3 million artworks and objects, ranging from ancient artifacts to modern art from many different countries.
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