A person who has never visited St. Petersburg and is not interested in his history is unlikely to say the number 1703 tattooed on the skin of a new acquaintance. “What does this number mean?” - he will ask the interlocutor and, most likely, will receive a condescending smile in response. For a native Petersburger who loves and knows the history of his city, this question will seem childish. Residents of other cities who are not curious about the themes of history and urban planning, however, have every right to not know the answer. Why are faithful Petersburgers tattooed in 1703?
A brief excursion into the history of St. Petersburg
According to generally recognized historical data, on May 27 (16), 1703, the first stone of the Peter and Paul Fortress was laid. The purpose of the new building was to fence the fairways of the Neva and Big Nevka. This day is considered the founding date of St. Petersburg - every year on May 27 the city celebrates its next birthday. In 2016, Peter will celebrate his 313rd anniversary - certainly with a parade, a show on Palace Square and festivities. From elementary school, young Petersburgers are instilled with love for their city, so not a single person who was born or who has lived on the banks of the Neva since childhood will not forget the memorable dates and history of Northern Venice.
Tattoo with the number 1703 and its significance for a Petersburger
The rhythm of the modern life of a person who wants to grow in the direction of business, creativity or knowledge does not imply a stopper at one point. Traveling is an integral part of work and personal growth. Often on the streets of European cities or in neighboring countries you can meet people with a tattoo of 1703. What does this figure mean to them? It carries a lot of meaning for a Petersburger. It recalls the hometown of St. Petersburg's streets, monuments, bridges, parks, courtyards, wells and the subway. Tattoo 1703 will also help fellow countrymen get to know each other - in some situations this can even help out in a difficult situation, especially abroad.
1703 on the neck of the popular rapper Oximiron
Many spectators of Versus battles and simply fans of the work of Miron Fedorov, better known as Oksimiron, were puzzled by the strange gesture of an idol during a fight with Riga rapper Joniboy. During the first rounds, there was a wide bandage around Oksimiron’s neck, which he later effectively stripped off, exposing a tattoo, after which he began to read out a passage about how proud he was to be a true Petersburger. What does an oxymiron 1703 tattoo mean? The famous rapper was born in Leningrad and, despite the fact that his family emigrated to Germany pretty soon, Miron still has a reverent attitude towards St. Petersburg and often comes to visit his hometown.
Year 1703 - what does this date mean for the indigenous people of St. Petersburg? This is pride in the hometown and recognition of its greatness. This is a declaration of love to wide avenues, unique buildings and historical sites. These are memories of squares, parks, fountains and suburbs of St. Petersburg, which also boast picturesque views and architecture. For someone who was born on the banks of the Neva, 1703 (which means “I am a Petersburger”) is the most accurate and understandable identification mark and just dear to my heart memories.