Things to do in Irkutsk

Lake Baikal, one of the world's largest freshwater lakes, is located in southern Siberia, Russia. Its crystal-clear waters resemble a sapphire nestled among the mountains. Lake Baikal is not only a treasure trove of biodiversity but also a popular destination for scientific research and tourism, attracting visitors and scientists from around the world.

Russian architectural aesthetics This is a free attraction and no reservation is required You can take photos, but don't take photos of people who are praying. On the one hand, it is impolite On the other hand, some people are doing confession. Locals believe that this will make confession ineffective. Tourists can just visit quietly.

The Lake Baikal Museum is a must-visit place when traveling here. The exhibition content is very rich, including various ecological animals, plants, primitive life, production tools, etc., which can help everyone understand the history here and enrich their knowledge!

Irkutsk is the capital of Irkutsk Oblast, Russia. It has a history of more than 300 years. It is the largest industrial city, transportation and trade hub in Siberia, and the second largest city in East Siberia. Irkutsk is located at the southern end of Lake Baikal, the closest city to Lake Baikal, at the confluence of the Angara River and the Irkut River. Russia's largest aircraft manufacturing plant, the Irkutsk Aircraft Manufacturing Plant, is located in the city, producing Su-27, Su-30 fighters, bombers, transport aircraft, etc.

Kirov Square is the central square of Irkutsk, right on the green line on the tourist map, surrounded by many churches. The square is full of beautiful flowers and large lawns, making it a good place for tourists to relax and rest.

The Alexander III monument on the Angara River in Irkutsk commemorates Alexander III's promotion of the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway and is also a landmark building of the city.

There are a lot of posters at the entrance, which is nice. You can also see content from dramas and operas. It seems that Westerners still like to watch operas and dramas. China's cultural and entertainment consumption in this regard is a little worse, and there are relatively few Chinese people.