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The top five sights to take in when visiting Beijing.

The travel journal of a client and their partner, taking you through their entire Trans-Siberian experience.

Knowing the Chinese language can a great advantage, whether you are a traveler or business person discovering China.

We share with you some options for travelling the Trans-Siberian route in style, like a Tsar.

A wonderful account of someone who has taken the Trans-Siberian trip from St Peterburg to Beijing and given a glowing testimonial in a travelogue.

A trekking party's adventures on the shores of Lake Baikal, experiencing the sights and vagaries of the Siberian weather.

We highlight some delights and surprises for the traveller on the Trans-Siberian route, a great way to experience the vast landscape of Russia.

The folk legends behind the celebration of Christmas (Svyatki) in Russia, which is actually celebrated on 7 January, as the Orthodox Church uses the old Julian calendar.

A quick survey of Russian cuisine - the varieties of food - from soups to savoury buns and blintz.

A virtual experience of taking the voyage on the Trans-Siberian railroad via Google Maps, covering 5,600 miles and crossing seven time zones - with details of how the filming was done and the highlights of places and landmarks to see.