Irkutsk

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Irkutsk

Where to stay in Irkutsk

So what do you think the two animals representing Irkutsk would be? It’s the Siberian tiger with a sable in its mouth. The city of Irkutsk is easy to walk around and fill of interesting buildings and other sights. Then get out to Lake Baikal, the deepest lake in the world. Look it up - it’s huge!

130 Quarter

Visitors to 130 Quarter like its museums and cafes, and 130 Kvartal is a sight worth a stop.

130 Quarter

Popular places to visit

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Znamensky Monastery

You can learn about the history of Irkutsk with a trip to Znamensky Monastery. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area.

Znamensky Monastery
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Museum of the History of the East-Siberian Railway

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of the History of the East-Siberian Railway during your travels in Irkutsk. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area.

Museum of the History of the East-Siberian Railway
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Kirov Square

Find out about the history of Irkutsk when you spend time at Kirov Square. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

Kirov Square
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Founder of Irkutsk Monument

You can learn about the history of Irkutsk with a trip to Founder of Irkutsk Monument. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

Founder of Irkutsk Monument
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Irkutsk State University

Explore the campus of Irkutsk State University, during your travels in Irkutsk. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area.

Irkutsk State University
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Church of Our Lady of Kazan

You can learn about the history of Irkutsk with a trip to Church of Our Lady of Kazan. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Church of Our Lady of Kazan