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 the Irkutsk region, drills were held to stop a terrorist attack. According to the scenario, a convoy was seized, after which security forces practiced blocking the…
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Russia is imposing strict limits on tobacco sales. Retail sales are banned in cultural, educational, sports and medical institutions, on transport and in government…
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In Irkutsk, they are discussing building a 1200 seat classical music concert hall. Famous architects have joined the project, and the authorities promise to choose the…
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In Irkutsk, on the days of last bells, alcohol sales will be banned at all retail outlets in the city, only catering businesses will be able to sell alcohol. The…
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Irkutsk kindergarten No. 152 was among the winners of the all Russian ranking of educational institutions and received the right to free staff training under an…
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The general ranking of the attractiveness of Russian cities has been published, based on 13 indices reflecting quality of life, economy, infrastructure, demographics and…
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In Irkutsk, gas filled balloons sold widely on the streets in summer were checked, and dangerous fakes from an unknown maker were found. Tests showed they can ignite and…
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In the Irkutsk region this year more than 90 million rubles are planned for support of scientific, scientific and technical, and innovative activity. Applications are…
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In Irkutsk they are preparing for the Russian Azimuth 2013 orienteering competition, where participants must use a map and compass to find checkpoints as fast as…