The transparent and pure blue ice radiates a mysterious blue light. The best time to observe this blue ice is from late January to early March. With a Russian-style metal car, you can capture breathtaking landscapes with just your phone. Are you ready?
Awe-Inspiring Rime
The stunning rime along the tranquil Angara River, Siberian villages covered in white snow, the scenery is beyond compare, with few people and beautiful views, offering endless desktop backgrounds. 
Fairy-Tale Towns
The cities and towns in the Siberian region retain the simple and serene charm of Soviet-style small towns. Listening to hymns while looking at the snow-covered roofs of various churches, this place feels like the closest thing to a European fairy tale.
Winter Activities
Dog sledding, skiing, snowmobiling, and a variety of snow activities, enjoying European experiences at Asian prices. Let’s do what we should do in winter and have fun together!
Cities Along the Way to Lake Baikal
Irkutsk
To reach Lake Baikal, one typically travels by train or flies to Irkutsk, Russia. Irkutsk was established in 1937 and developed with the expansion of the Trans-Siberian Railway. It is known as the “Heart of Siberia,” “Paris of the East,” and “Pearl of Siberia.” The Angara River (the only outflow river from Lake Baikal among its 300+ tributaries) runs through the city, with a bridge connecting to the southeastern end of Lake Baikal. After leaving Lake Baikal, the Angara River forms a large bay, known as the Irkutsk Sea, which is picturesque. For travelers, Irkutsk is not only a must-pass city but also a transit point for purchasing food supplies, preparing for the island visit, and an important sightseeing spot on the Lake Baikal trip.
Olkhon Island
Olkhon Island has always been considered the center of shamanism in northern Russia, and Russians call it the “Mysterious Island.” Among the 22 islands of Lake Baikal, Olkhon is the largest, stretching about 71 kilometers in length and 15 kilometers at its widest point. It is located in the northern part of the lake, near its deepest point. If Lake Baikal is the pearl of Siberia, then Olkhon Island is the heart of that pearl. Covering an area of over 700 square kilometers, the largest village on the island is Khuzhir, where accommodations are available. The primary inhabitants are the Buryat people, who practice shamanism.
Listvyanka
Listvyanka is a small town on the shores of Lake Baikal in Russia, about 70 kilometers from Irkutsk, situated at the confluence of the Angara River and Lake Baikal. The town is small, with a population of just over 2,000. The main road along the lake is called “Gorky Street.” Five valleys perpendicular to the lake shore are where the town’s residents live, many in authentic log cabins. Each valley forms a street of the town, and each cabin has its own house number.
