Kvartira Rasputina (Rasputin's Apartment), St. Petersburg

Most come to Gorokhovaya 64 for shopping or to seek the advice of an attorney, without ever knowing that Grigory Rasputin once lived here. Set on a busy street, this five story brownstone looks like the kind of place a mad monk might have lived at the turn of the 20th century. The entire place reeks of age, and as you cross through the courtyard and step into his building, it's easy to imagine how he must have weaved his way up the stairs to his apartment after a night of hard drinking. Families now occupy the five room apartment that once belonged to him, so you won't be able to see inside. Do not disturb residents.