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Romantic Poetry Reading Date
Spend a romantic day reading and discussing Russian poetry in a library or bookstore, followed by a walk in the Mikhailovsky Garden. This low-budget and intimate date option is ideal for couples who enjoy literature and beautiful walks.
- Arrive at the city library or any local bookstore where there is a good collection of Russian poetry. Spend a few hours there choosing books and reading them aloud to each other. Discuss what moved you in each poem.
- After the library visit, head to the Mikhailovsky Garden, known for its mastery of early 19th-century landscaping. Take a leisurely stroll, hand in hand, enjoying the soothing sights and sounds of nature, and perhaps read aloud some of the poems you've just discovered.
- End your day with a casual and affordable dinner at a local cafe or take some street food and relax on a park bench, discussing your favourite poems of the day.
Preparation steps:
- Check the operating hours of the city library and the Mikhailovsky Garden. Ensure that both are open and accessible on the day of your date.
- Do a bit of preliminary research on the most recommended Russian poets so you know what books to look for in the library. Or surprise your partner and yourself, and just choose something from the shelves.
- Dress casually and comfortably. Pack a picnic blanket if you decide to have dinner in the park.
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Some tips:
- Respect the quiet ambiance of the library and the serene nature of the park. Use the opportunity to have in-depth, quiet conversations with your partner.
- If weather permits, find a comfortable spot in the Mikhailovsky Garden for lunch or even dinner. There's nothing like good conversations with a good meal.
- If you or your partner find a poem that resonally powerfully, take note of it. It might make a good anniversary or birthday gift in the future.
Recommended locations:
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Sadovaya St, 18, St Petersburg, Russia, 191069
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St Petersburg, Russia, 191186
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