Kommunarov Street in Krasnoye Selo — Online Webcam

Krasnoye Selo — A Historic Suburb of St. Petersburg

This online webcam reveals a view of one of the oldest suburbs of Saint Petersburg. Krasnoye Selo is a place where history literally emerges through the asphalt and concrete of modern neighborhoods. A city with nearly three centuries of history, which began as a small settlement at a paper mill and over time became an important military and cultural center of the region.

Krasnoye Selo was founded in 1714 by decree of Peter the Great, almost simultaneously with the northern capital. Initially, this was territory chosen by the emperor for the development of paper production — a strategically important industry for the young Russia. Today it is a modern city within Saint Petersburg, preserving its unique historic architecture and atmosphere of an ancient suburb.

Kommunarov Street: From Borzikovskaya to the Present Day

Kommunarov Street, where this online camera is directed, has its own rich history. Until the 1860s it bore the name Borzikovskaya — after the large house of a general that was located here. The name was changed in honor of the communards executed by the Mammoths near the Trinity Monastery in the events of the 1920s.

The street has existed for about 150 years and has repeatedly changed its appearance over time. Today it is a typical urban thoroughfare of Krasnoye Selo, where historic buildings stand alongside modern structures. The real-time webcam allows you to observe the movement of traffic and pedestrians and assess the current situation on the street.

The Peter's Paper Mill — Where It All Began

It all started with paper. On the Duderhofka River, Peter the Great chose a location for Russia's first paper mill. In 1714, the first paper was produced here, using rags, waste from rope and sail production, and paper scraps as raw materials. It was this production that became the starting point for the entire settlement.

The scroll on the city's coat of arms is a direct reference to the paper production that gave life to Krasnoye Selo. Until 1811, the settlement was officially called "the palace village of Krasnoye" and was an Udel estate. There is a version that Peter the Great relocated palace peasants here from the Moscow region's Krasnoye Selo and the villages of Kolomenskoye and Bratovshchina.

Military Past and Royal Residences

Krasnoye Selo was a summer residence of the Russian Empire, and its coat of arms speaks eloquently of this. The saber and shako on the city's coat of arms signify the role of Krasnoye Selo as a crucial historical center of military maneuvers in Russia. Large-scale exercises were held here, attended by emperors and foreign guests.

In 1925, Krasnoye Selo received city status — the question of transformation was first raised as early as October 1918. In 1999, Municipal District No. 43 was transformed into the city of Krasnoye Selo within its modern boundaries. Today it is the administrative center of Krasnoselsky District of Saint Petersburg.

Attractions Nearby

All buildings in Krasnoye Selo historically clustered around the Holy Trinity Church. In 1733–1735, the Church of the Most Holy Trinity was built here, designed by architect I. Zherbik — it has survived to this day and is one of the oldest churches in the region.

Among other landmarks of Krasnoye Selo: the Palace of Mikhail Pavlovich, the Summer Palace of Grand Duke Mikhail Pavlovich, the Victory Arch, the Bridges Museum, the Sorrowing Mother Monument, Krasnoye Selo Park (formerly the Palace Park), the Verlander Pavilion, the Alexander Nevsky Temple, the memorial, and the hospital of the Sisters of Mercy community of Saint George.

What the Camera Shows

This online webcam streams a live picture of Kommunarov Street in Krasnoye Selo. The field of view includes the roadway, sidewalks, and building facades. The camera operates in real time, allowing you to assess weather conditions, street congestion, and the overall situation in the city.

The online camera on Kommunarov Street is an opportunity to observe the life of the historic Krasnoye Selo district at any time of day. The live broadcast runs continuously, and you can see how lighting changes throughout the day, how cars drive along the street, and pedestrians walk by.