An alternative Saint Petersburg found its location in real historical sites of the city. The entire series was filmed in Saint Petersburg, in well-known places. New districts and individual details were added with computer graphics, but the locations are quite recognizable.

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Filming Locations:

Elizabeth's House

In the Movie

Scene where the reception for Erast and Elizabeth's wedding takes place

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the courtyard of the Bobrinsky Mansion, which now houses the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences of St. Petersburg State University. You can't just get into the territory, but you can easily peek through the fence!

Detective Department

In the Movie

Scene where Fandorin returns to service after being wounded

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the Yusupov Palace on the Fontanka

Revolutionaries' Headquarters

In the Movie

Scene where Fandorin infiltrates a revolutionary group for undercover work

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the courtyard of the Demidov City Estate

Alternative Petrograd in the 21st Century

In the Movie

Scene where a student walks along the embankment of Alternative Petrograd in the 21st century

In Reality

The scene was filmed View of the Palace Embankment