We continue our conversation with ex-Ekat resident about post-Soviet times, shedding light on social and economic changes that impacted all aspects of life.
What to pack for your great Russia adventure: we offer some tips on the essential stuff, from obtaining visas to taking your medication, from trekking material to cameras and shoes.
Our conversation with two Irkutsk residents now lead to the next stage of our Trans-Siberian trip: looking at the pre-historic origins of modern-day Buryat.
The old, wooden Decembrist buildings of Irkutsk look fascinating to visitors and tourists, but we find out that there are real issues for those who live in them.
Continuing our interview with two Irkutsk residents, we look at mentalities and attitudes of the people of the city towards tourists and other matters.