From the Pacific in the east, to the Urals in the west, hardy Russians display their religious feelings - and bravery.
Shilka became a global star last year in her pen in Novosibirsk but now she is set to be big in Japan after bid to keep her in Russia fails.
Tourist numbers from Siberia rising as economy improves following 2014 downturn
Antidote to gloomy news in the world as 1,525 wear swimsuits for annual Siberian snow festival.
Average temperatures in the north of the Kara and Barents seas were 4C to 5C higher than previous years.
Summer flooding will worsen dramatically, and the Arctic could be ice-free in summer by 2034.
Hundreds of years ago, the Cossacks were at the forefront of the conquest of Siberia; now the heritage passes to a new generation.
Developed in Siberia, the new pepper spray will help ward off aggressive animals and help reduce attacks on people.