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What is Siberia?
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Does the phrase "tourism in Siberia" have any sense or is it perceived as an absolute nonsense?
When a Westerner hears "Siberia", the image that may come first to mind is that of frozen tundra, unbearable cold, and prison camps. But Siberia is one of the few parts of this world that is yet to be fully discovered, and is unknown the experience of most. Siberian nature, severe yet beautiful, draws the hearts of many enthusiasts aspiring to see with their own eyes a land that for centuries has been wrapped in mystery; and hasn't lost any of its fabulous beauty and grandeur...
The name of Siberia comes from "sibir", a Mongolian word for "sleeping land". Siberia makes up more than 75% of Russia's land mass and occupies a territory of more than 10 million square km. The vast Siberian land stretches from the Ural Mountains in the west, to the Pacific Ocean in the east; from the polar coasts of the Arctic Ocean to the burning steppes of Kazakhstan and Mongolia.
Siberia is marvelous at any time of the year; whether covered with white glittering snow in winter, or carpeted with wild flowers of all shapes and colors in summer.
Are you fascinated at the idea of visiting a special, rare, and unique place to experience it for yourself? An immense and breathtaking land invites you to discover its magical physical beauty, which has developed a unique Siberian character, and to dive into a majestic world of boundless space...Welcome to Siberia!
Where to go in Siberia:
 Trans-Siberian Railway trip
The Trans-Siberian Railroad, built during only 25 years, is the longest railroad on the planet! It stretches from Moscow to Vladivostok and covers more than 9000 km. Modern trains cross this distance within a week, traveling through eight time zones!
Try one of the following trips: From Moscow to Vladivostok or from Moscow to Beijing via Mongolia. On the way you may choose the cities for stop over: Ekaterinburg, connected with the last Tsar Family or vivid Novosibirsk with possible visits to the astounding Altai Mountains, Krasnoyarsk with enigmatic Stolby Natural Reserve or old Irkutsk city with expolation of the legendary lake Baikal!
 The Altai Mountains
Altai is second to none in the beauty of its landscapes, and in the diversity of its attractions and is the least known yet most curious corners of Russia. Located at an equal distance away from four oceans, it lies on the crossroads of Mongolian and Turkish worlds, and keeps all the traces of the centuries-old history: overgrown enclosures, nomadic stone idols and burial-mounds, pictures and characters on the weathered rocks, ancient stone statues, the settlements of the "old believers", and the Siberian shamans...
The Altai has escaped urbanization, remaining unchanged in the diversity of its landscape - limpid rivers, dense taiga, high-mountain meadows, the icy mountain streams and sparkling glaciers! Isn't it curious that the Altai has the landscapes of almost all the geographical zones of the world?
The Altai is one of the few places where all levels of different types of active tourism are available. You will certainly enjoy mountain-climbing, white-water rafting, horseback riding, as well as trekking, hiking and speleo-explorations. 4WD trips from Novosibirsk to China through the Altai Mountains and Mongolia is one of the most exciting trips in this region.The Altai >>
 Lake Baikal
The Baikal is one of the biggest and most ancient lakes on our planet, and a miracle of Siberian nature. It is not a place for hustle and bustle. Here you feel like thinking about eternity and the world's harmony. Today, as in the past, Baikal remains a crossroads of cultures, where native Sayats still herd reindeers and Buryat people keep many of their old traditions. Baikal is beautiful especially during the summer: clear limpid waters, plenty of marvelous bays, picturesque landscape, boundless expanse of forest and mountains.
Lake Baikal contains more than 1/5 of the world's reserves of fresh water. It is the world's deepest lake with the unbelievably clear water. In fact, some visitors feel uncomfortable when they peer over the side of the boat and are able to see 50 meters downward!
Come to the Baikal for active, cultural or contemplative and meditative tours all around the lake! Lake Baikal >>
 Sayan Mountains, Khakassia and Tyva
This magic land is famous for its ancient civilizations monuments, unique nature reserves, traditional festivals and customs (wrestling, guttural singing, etc.) and a mixture of Buddhism and shamanism beliefs of its people, still preserved and maintained among the Tuvans.
Tuva is an area of great variety, with almost every type of landscape: luxuriant meadows, boundless steppe, medicinal springs, beautiful lakes, rushing mountain rivers fed in spring by melting snows, dusty semi-deserts and snowy chains of mountains.
Participate in the excellent unique excursion tour "The Great Sayan Ring" to see by your own eyes natural and historical treasures of the Sayan Mountains!
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