But further development unlikely unless authorities improve infrastructure at 'Siberian Coin' gambling zone.
Retired teacher Angela Vorobyova braves monsoons and dances a tango to reach peak - and honour an 80 year old promise.
Tomsk journalist created stunning tropical island image in -25C snow to cheer up locals during Covid-19 travel restrictions.
A major drive to boost the role of Novosibirsk was launched at the world's largest travel trade exhibition in Berlin.
Art student draws unique glimpse of the 9,258 kilometre Trans-Siberian Railway.
Tourist chiefs in Thailand have stressed the importance to them of visitors from the eastern regions of Russia.
A twice weekly service starting in Irkutsk will fly to Krasnoyarsk, Novosibirsk, Omsk and Tyumen.