Every year more tourists are enjoying a holiday travelling along the Trans-Siberian Railway, from Moscow to Irkutsk, and when you look at it, you can understand why.
Lake Baikal is an area of stunning natural beauty, and it is also the deepest freshwater lake in the world at around 1,640 metres deep. There are many reasons why you should ensure that you visit this if you travel along the Trans-Siberian Railway, and below are some of the best reasons to make sure that you visit. For inspiration for your next holiday adventure, book a trip to Lake Baikal and enjoy everything that this stunning beauty spot has to offer.
The Local People
One of the best reasons to visit any destination is to experience the culture and the local people, and it is the same when you visit Lake Baikal. You will see that the locals are warm and inviting, and hospitality is a strong tradition. You will want to try the food and drink from the local area and ensure that you speak to the people and you may just experience just how friendly they are.
The locals are a nature-loving people, and for thousands of years have been at one with mother earth, and the Siberian people are one of the most respected in all of Russia. If you are travelling on one of the Golden Eagle luxury trains tours, take advantage of the stops, as they provide you with the perfect time to get to meet the people.
The Local Food
Fish is a big part of the local’s diet at Lake Baikal, and you can either catch your dinner yourself or buy fresh fish from the many fishermen that live along the shoreline. One of the most popular types of fish is the Omul which is said to be a distant cousin of the salmon. There are many ways that the fish can be prepared including baking, salting, frying, or in a delicious soup. There are many different local delicacies that you can try when you visit, and it is an excellent way to get closer to the local people, immerse yourself in the local culture and have a fantastic time during your trip.
Be At One With Nature
When you visit Lake Baikal and the surrounding areas, you will instantly notice the spectacular scenery that is on offer, and it will allow you to get closer to nature. You can take a hike along the shoreline and watch the wildlife, enjoy the stunning views that are on offer, and you will also have the chance to take some fantastic pictures to remind you of your trip. The pace of life is considerably slower than other areas of Russia, and you can relax and let your troubles wash away as you sit back and enjoy the wonders that nature has to offer.
One thing is for sure, when you pay a visit to stunning Lake Baikal, you will make a lot of memories that you will take away with you and will last a lifetime, so is there any other better reason to visit other than that?
