Embankments in Irkutsk

Q: What historical places of Irkutsk should a lover of ancient Russian architecture visit?

The Church of the Exaltation of the Cross of 1758 displays a unique combination of Baroque and traditional northern architecture. In the Znamensky Monastery, founded in 1689, frescoes of the XVIII century and the tomb of the Decembrists have been preserved. Pay attention to the wooden architecture in the open-air Taltsy Museum, where monuments of the XVII-XIX centuries are collected.

Q: Where to go in Irkutsk with children: interesting places for family holidays?

In Nerpinaria you can see unique performances with Baikal seals - endemics of Lake Baikal. Children will be impressed by the Icebreaker Angara in 1900, the world’s first vessel of this type. The Museum of Entertaining Science "Experimentary" presents interactive exhibits on physics and natural phenomena.

Q: Where to take beautiful photos in Irkutsk: the best photo zones?

The Academic Bridge across the Angara offers panoramic views of the historic center and the river. Karl Marx Street has preserved an ensemble of merchant mansions with carved casings and cast-iron grilles. Unusual shots will be obtained from the sculpture "Babr" - a mythical creature from the Irkutsk coat of arms.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the sights of Irkutsk?

According to legend, underground passages under the Savior Church lead to the secret treasures of merchants-gold manufacturers. Local residents talk about the ghost of the Decembrist Muravyov-Apostle, who allegedly appears in the house of Volkonsky. The legendary babre from the coat of arms of the city is the result of an error of heraldists who depicted a tiger with a beaver tail.

Q: What little-known sights of Irkutsk are worth seeing?

In the Glazkovsky suburb, rare samples of wooden modernity of the early XX century have been preserved. Few people know about the Polish church of 1825 with unique stained glass windows and organ. The Sukachev estate presents a collection of Siberian icons and rare books from the personal library of the philanthropist.

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Lower Angara Embankment

If you are in Irkutsk, do not spare time on the most beautiful street of the city - the Lower embankment of the Angara. Its length …

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Excursions Irkutsk (100)

Arshan - healing springs

On the way you will enjoy chic views from the observation deck in Kultuk p.visit the Buddhist temple (Khoimor Datsan), our guide w …

6000 ₽ group

12 h. 1 - 4

The Ice Kingdom of Baikal

Baikal ice, how much in this sound for our heart merged. I invite you to visit the most magical and mysterious lake on the planet …

25000 ₽ group

Irkutsk coffee

Did you know that Irkutsk ranks 2nd among Russian cities (after Moscow) in terms of the number of coffee houses per capita?Irkutia …

2000 group

Irkutsk underground

Special offer for fans of rock music... A real Irkutsk underground!In Europe, this format of clubs is very common. Evening. Beer. …

1000 group

Guides Irkutsk (31)

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Elena Valeryevna Skorobogatova

Irkutsk

Language: Russian

I organize and conduct author's tours and excursions around Baikal Excursions are individual, in a group of up to 4 p …

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Christina Efimova

Irkutsk

Language: Русский

Excursions urban and suburban, survey and thematic, walking, automobile, individual and group. We will help you to crea …

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Lushakova Tatiana Anatolyevna

Irkutsk

Language: Русский

Three-day tour to the blue heart of Mongolia - Khubsugul Lake (Khanh Hatgal) 🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊🧊 March 3, 4, 5 2 seat …

Kuznetsov Denis

Irkutsk

Language: English, Русский

What I suggest is: Author's routes on Baikal and Mongolia.Fascinating excursions, where I will tell not only about natu …

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Tours Irkutsk (66)

"House of Mountain Spirits"

Tour area: Irkutsk - Nilova Pustin - Shumak sources - Nilova Desert P. Cost and prices: The cost of a ticket when recruiting a gro …

"Mission achievable."

1 DAY - Taltsy and Southern Baikal We leave the hotel in Irkutsk (if you arrived a day earlier for acclimatization) or meet at th …

25600 ₽ group

7 e. 2 - 15

Five Jewels of Baikal

Dates: From 14.06.2025 to 20.06.2025 From 28.06.2025 to 04.07. 2025 From 05.07.2025 to 11.07.2025 From 12.07.2025 to 18.07.202 …

68400 ₽ group

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Caves and secrets of the Tazheran steppe

body. 89500658530, 89648125080 The underground world is rich and diverse. Acquaintance with it is offered to tourists who came …

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