From late May to early July the nights are bright in St. Petersburg. The brightest period, the White Nights, normally 13 ______ from June 11th to July 2nd. St. Petersburg is а northern city. At this time of year the sun never fully sets, it does not go below the horizon enough for the 14 ______ to grow dark. In fact night 15 ______ like day.

A walk along the banks of the city’s rivers and canals in almost broad daylight any time of day or night is very romantic. One of the traditions of the White Nights is watching the Neva bridges open to let through boat

16 ______. The White Nights season is 17 ______ with tourists. They have more hours to do sightseeing and go shopping as shops stay open late. The atmosphere on the streets of St. Petersburg is very 18 ______.