Question

Why was St. Petersburg founded? A. To effectively battle the Swedish who had previously controlled the land. B. To provide a port and access to Europe. C. To replace Moscow, which had been destroyed in war. D. To provide a military base for ongoing wars between Russia and Europe.\

Answer 1

Why was St. Petersburg founded?

B. To provide a port and access to Europe.

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is option B) to provide a port and access to Europe.

Explanation:

St. Petersburg is Russia's second largest city after Moscow. It was founded in 1703 by Tsar (supreme rulers of Eastern Europe) Peter the Great, who ruled the Russian Empire from 1682 to 1725. He wanted to create a seaport to trade with the rest of Europe and by doing so, expand their empire and wealth. The first stone building of the city was the Peter and Paul Fortress. St Petersburg is actually called the Window to Europe amongst Russians and is considered Russia's cultural capital.