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 November 12 at 5 00 PM, the exhibition of paintings by Valentina Derezhanova and Anastasia Svinareva Irkutsk Streets will open. Visitors will see works in mixed media…
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Irkutsk Region government chairman Alexander Bitarov commented on corruption allegations in Arkady Mamontov's Golden Calf film. The government says the program has many…
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In Irkutsk, National Unity Day was marked by a large celebration, with more than five thousand people taking part. A concert by national cultural centers was held in…
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In Irkutsk, three unknown men robbed a Vostochny Express Bank branch in the Pervomaisky district, threatening employees and stealing about five million rubles. Police…
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Despite the snowfall, peat fires in the Irkutsk, Usolsky and Angarsky districts will continue to be extinguished. The snow only covered the surface, but underground…
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The A.M. Sibiryakov Museum and its branches invite Irkutsk residents and visitors to Arts Night on November 3. The program includes master classes, quizzes, exhibitions…
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In Irkutsk police detained a 34 year old suspect in the murder of the Kalina cafe manager. According to investigators, the conflict began after a remark about the…
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Irkutsk customs officers seized a batch of 3 thousand counterfeit Barbie Girl dolls that a local company tried to import from China. An expert found the packaging…
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On November 28 and 29, the Irkutsk Drama Theater named after N. P. Okhlopkov will stage the season's main premiere, The Idiot by F. M. Dostoevsky. Director Gennady…