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Lake Baikal: Where to Go, What to See and How to Visit
Explore Lake Baikal, Siberia's immense freshwater lake, from the villages of Listvyanka and Khuzhir to Olkhon's cliffs, mountain trails and historic railway.
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Natural Regions
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Russia’s natural regions offer a different way to explore the country beyond its major cities. This collection introduces distinctive landscapes, outdoor destinations and places where nature shapes the travel experience. Start with Lake Baikal, known for its immense freshwater lake, surrounding mountains, islands and lakeside settlements. Use these guides to understand what makes each destination distinctive, which areas are practical for first-time visitors and how to plan your stay. They also help you explore seasonal conditions, transport connections and activities before choosing where to travel.
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Trans-Siberian Railway: Route, Stops and Travel Guide
Explore the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Vladivostok, with historic stations, Siberian landscapes, Lake Baikal and practical train travel guidance.
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Nizhny Novgorod: Kremlin, Chkalov Stairs and the Volga-Oka Confluence
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Volgograd: Mamayev Kurgan, Stalingrad Memorials and the Volga
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Murmansk: Arctic Port, Northern Lights and the Lenin Icebreaker
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Yekaterinburg: Red Line, Yeltsin Center and Europe-Asia Border
Yekaterinburg is the main city of the Urals, on the Iset river. Visitors come for the Red Line walking route, the Church…
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