The city and the lake in writing
History, architecture, Baikal, food and the seasons — writing that helps you see more than meets the eye.
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In Irkutsk, a free beach volleyball court opened on Gagarin Boulevard, installed on the initiative of City Duma chair Irina Yezhova with city administration support. On…
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In one day, two men drowned at wild beaches in Irkutsk, one was likely drunk, the other had a vascular spasm. Both tragedies happened at unauthorized recreation spots…
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In Irkutsk, automated water standpipes have begun to be installed, which dispense water only by electronic card and help Vodokanal fight extra consumers. But the new…
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A sanitation day was held on the former IVVAIU site in Irkutsk. In a week, trash was removed, hazardous trees cut down, stands repaired, and potholes fixed. New trees…
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In Irkutsk Region, retired athletes who became champions or medalists of the Olympic, Paralympic, Deaflympic and Special Olympics will receive additional lifelong…
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Junior world champion in pole vault Alena Lutkovskaya set a national record in her age group, winning in Zweibrucken, Germany, with 4.54. The 18 year old also nearly…
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In Irkutsk, the official cause of the fire at Avalon City mall, which destroyed 2500 square meters and nearly brought down the building, has still not been named. The…
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In Irkutsk Region all municipal elections have been announced, to be held on September 13 together with the gubernatorial vote, and the main contenders for regional…
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Irkutsk will soon host the 6th Russian Chinese Youth Games, from July 11 to 16, bringing together athletes from Russia and China in 12 sports. Admission to all events…