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Sand sculptures at St Petersburg Sand Sculpture Festival

Video. Artists craft sand masterpieces despite rain in St. Petersburg

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In challenging weather conditions, artists at St. Petersburg's sand sculpture festival showcase their skill and creativity, battling the elements to shape mountains of sand into spectacular art pieces.

Twenty-one professionals from Russia and abroad compete at the Peter and Paul Fortress. Among the group are Guinness World Record holders and World Champions.

This year's theme, "The Sun of the Russian Land," celebrates Russian history and culture. Running from July 12 to September 12, the festival's 20th edition is dedicated to 19th-century poet Alexander Pushkin and 13th-century commander Alexander Nevsky.

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