To the Hermitage!

Finally, the Hermitage! The mother of all museums, the Hermitage delivers. The collection is wonderful, but the real attraction is the palace itself. Opulent chambers in every style, gilded roofs, rooms made entirely of malachite. We took in as much as we could before our feet gave out, and of course we only scratched the surface. We'll need another full day if we can work up the courage.