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Visit Lake Baikal

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Visit Lake Baikal

What it is

Lake Baikal is the deepest and oldest lake in the world and holds around a fifth of the world's unfrozen fresh water.

How to do it

Travel to Irkutsk, often on the Trans-Siberian Railway, then head to Listvyanka or Olkhon Island.

Top tip

Check UK Foreign Office advice on travel to Russia before planning a trip.

Why it’s on my list

Not done yet. If you’ve done it and have tips, tell me about it.