Tag: Russia
Visiting the Arctic Circle: adventure awaits
The Arctic Circle is the end of the world in a way. The most northern of the five circles of latitude above the equator, the…
The coldest places on our planet that you will never visit
Our planet is a beautiful place thriving with life, but there are many remote spots with unbelievably low temperatures where even surviving can become virtually impossible.…
The most spectacular geysers around the world
Geysers are fascinating natural phenomena often displaying sudden and explosive power. Although most of them are predictable, the hot steam still surprises the explorers and…
Top 10 forbidden places you will never visit
Some people say that they have the world in the palm of their hand, but unfortunately for them, there are some places they’ll never see.…
Europe’s most amazing winter destinations
The diverse and rich history means that Europe has an incredible array of destinations that are brimming with a magical fairytale charm. With magnificent castles,…
Amazing canal cities around the world
Waterways have played a leading role in transportation systems throughout history, but there are cities today that still use their stunning canal systems. Probably the…
The Illegal Mining and Selling of Mammoth Tusks
Poachers in Russia have discovered a legal loophole in the sale of ivory; they are selling mammoth ivory. The first known piece of mammoth ivory…
Extreme Ice Marathon On The Baikal Lake
Are you a up for the adventure of a lifetime? Are you an athlete who wants to try something different and exciting? Do you want…
Amazing Photos Of Lake Baikal Captured By Photographer Kristin Makeeva
Hold on for some amazing images of the deepest lake in the world. As well as being the deepest it’s also the largest freshwater lake,…
Visit the KGB Museum – The Viru Hotel where the Russians bugged 60 rooms.
Some hotels have spa’s; some have fitness centers but what about a KGB museum? In the days when the Soviets were in the Baltic states,…