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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On Friday, about 300 people were evacuated from the Marriage Palace because of a suspicious cylindrical object wrapped in tape and colored paper. Security services…
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On June 21, the next Walks through Old Irkutsk will tell the history of Zverevskaya Street, now Babushkina, one of the citys central streets. Natalia Gavrilova will give…
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A fire occurred in Irkutsk on the night of June 17, resulting in the burning of a Honda Avancier on Siberian Partisans Street. The fire, which may have been arson, was…
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From June to September, over 48 films will be shown in Irkutsk courtyards, starting with the classic "Ivan Vasilyevich Changes Profession" on June 16. Residents can…
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Scientists installed new digital cameras at a depth of 200 meters in Baikal, and now anyone can watch video from the bottom of the worlds cleanest lake. The broadcast…
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Law enforcement is investigating an incident involving a parachutist falling on a beach in Irkutsk, resulting in several injuries. The parachutist was blown down by a…
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On June 18, the Kirov Square will host the "City Square of Talents" celebration, featuring about 20 workshops on robotics, choreography, martial arts, and more. The…
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The interdepartmental commission approved Irkutsk's bid to host the 2019 men's bandy world championship and the 2017 women's world championship. Now the Russian…
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In Irkutsk, the city contest Honored Family of 2016 was summed up. 11 families from all city districts competed. The Yurev family won in Young Family, the Zhemerikins in…