Arhitektura Gostinogo Dvora -

Usually designed as a large quadrangle or irregular square occupying an entire city block, with a central courtyard for deliveries and additional storage.

St. Petersburg attractions. The Great Gostiny Dvor. - Visit Russia arhitektura gostinogo dvora

To protect valuable goods from frequent urban fires, many were eventually rebuilt in stone or brick with vaulted ceilings and iron doors. Famous Examples 1. Bolshoy Gostiny Dvor (St. Petersburg) Usually designed as a large quadrangle or irregular