Any tips on going to St. Petersberg, Russia?

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Hey guys, to some it up, I might be sent off to St. Petersberg, Russia on a business trip for maybe 2 months tops. And the thing that got my curiosity is about all the hate crimes and things happeneing over there and whats beening continuing since a long time ago. Recently, a foreign student was brutally beaten and stabbed to death by skinheads. Its gotten so bad that a lot of students and other organizations have rallied up a group and a lot of people outkasted their disgust for the crimes that have been occuring.

My question is, does anyone have any helpful light to shed upon my situation? Just specifically in St. Petersberg and around that town. Also, tips about nightlife, places to stay away from, and things that can make my stay a little bit more safe and enjoyable would be helpful. I also heard that the police overthere suck.. Literally take advantage of foreigners.. But which country doesnt do that.. it happenes everywhere..

Oh, and I'm Korean if that clears up what ethnicity I am. And a lot of the hate crimes havent really been directed towards a single ethnicity. Chinese, Vietnamese, but mostly Africans have been the victims of these hidious hate crimes..

Thanks for lending me your ears and thanks in advance for your 02.

-Jason