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'That time Barnaul was undoubtedly the most cultural corner of Siberia. I named it Siberian Athens'
Pyotr Tyan-Shanskiy, 1856
world's coldest school run
The world’s coldest school run as children in Yakutia gather to classes at -51C
Winter studies for pupils in Oymyakon, the Pole of Cold stop only when air temperature drops below -56C.
As Siberia hits its coldest temperatures of the winter, here’s how to enjoy life below -50C
Fast-freezing clothes, hot water fireworks, ice and snow bathing, vodka lollipops, dog sledging - see our report from the Kingdom of Cold.
Plans for new transport route unveiled to link Pacific with Atlantic
New cities and industries could be created from construction of high-speed railway and motorway routes spanning whole of country.
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Sent to Siberia
Rookie FSB agents are punished for 'indecent' graduation jinx in Moscow
Gelandewagen parade videos leads to 'career change' as Russia demands highest standards from secret servicemen.
Born in Siberia
Up-close laboratory pictures of ancient mummy as scientists recreate his life and times
Probes taken by South Korean experts will reveal lifestyle of this Arctic boy from 800 years ago.
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The Bank of Russia official exchange rates of foreign currencies
