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In fact, the 'rain’ turning all cars red in a Norilsk parking lot is a sign that pollution IS finally being tackled.

Vitaly Denisyuk, 37, was first to realise help was needed by frightened people at upstairs windows.

Perhaps the best located hotel in Novosibirsk for those who need to be right in the city centre. A two minutes walk from the Lenin Square, ten minute drive from Novosibirsk Glavniy train station, and about 40 minute drive from Tolmachyovo airport. 

Tsentralnaya Hotel is a budget option, covering the basics like free wifi, free parking, ATMs, air tickets office, sushi bar and a buffet, laundry, ironing and hairdressers. 

The hotel offers studios, as well as deluxe and standard double and single rooms. 

Spectacular whiteout scenes of winter life in the Arctic city of Norilsk.

Television journalist Elena Agamyan and husband Sergey were first night guests of brand new Marriott in Siberian 'capital' Novosibirsk.

Extreme weather phenomena along with wildfires and flooding are the future 'due to global climate change’.

At Akademgorodok, and a real favourite of this guide. Don't be fooled by the exterior, from the candlelit lobby this brilliant restaurant gives you the warmest welcome no matter how cold it is. In summer, there is also patio eating outside. 

A truly fine wine list and a mixture of sumptuous European, Asian and modern Russian food, plus a young and dedicated staff who ensure that your lunch or dinner will be memorable. 

One of Denis Ivanov's excellent restaurants in Novosibirsk and not always the one that attracts most media plaudits but for us this is a gem, showing the new Russia at its finest. 

One of Novosibirsk's gems, Nord Castle is described as a 'luxury boutique hotel', with a very good quality spa and wellness centre, indoor pool, fitness centre, and free wifi.

Rooms are air conditioned and spacious, with balconies overlooking one of the city’s most beautiful pine forest in the city, Zayeltsovskiy Bor.

The Nord Castle attracts a high number of returning guests, who come both for business and pleasure. The restaurant, with a nice summer terrace, offers a good selection of  Russian, French and Mediterranean dishes, and boasts an an extensive wine collection. 

The wild cat jumped on its victim from behind as she queued at the ticket kiosk.

Perfectly located at Novosibirsk's Tolmachevo Airport, ideal for both arriving and departing passengers, with wi-fi and good conference hall, the hotel also offers gym, swimming pool, two saunas, cosy lobby bar and a restaurant. 

Sky Port is some 17 km from the city centre, so about 40 minutes drive, depending on traffic. There are 149 rooms - standard, studio and apartments - all equipped with conditioners, satellite TV and minibars.

There is a choice of smoking and non-smoking rooms, as well as family rooms and rooms for people with limited physical abilities.