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Far East Russia
Russia's Far East conjures up ideas of heavy snow, ice and even
bears for many. And so it should with it's proximity to Alaska
and the top of the globe ? it's an icy, snow filled delight. But
the Far East is more than just snow and natural beauty ? it's a
bustling economy and a historically rich area. This means it has
something to offer virtually everyone.
The Far East is that portion of Russia which is situated between
the Siberian Federal District and the Pacific Ocean. It is quite
an expansive area which is divided up into approximately ten
territories. Some of the Major cities in the Far East are
Vladivostok, Khabarovsk, Nikolayevsk, Komsomolsk-on-Amur and
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. The Far East is also sometimes called the
'Far Eastern Federal District'.
Many of the cities
are situated along the coast and have very busy harbors. You
will often see them filled with the activities of both naval and
commercial vessels. Trade is good and there is a lot of
importing and exporting. Life here seems to be very laid back
for the average tourist ? plenty to see and do with very few
hassles. There are museums to see and shops to visit, as well as
a wonderful array of foods to taste and sample at very
reasonable prices which can be found at any of the many
restaurants available. If you enjoy night-time activities, there
is a very active nightlife available too. A big effort has been
made to reduce crime in this area which means that tourists are
relatively safe.
If you prefer to get
away from the excitement and bustle of the cities, the wildlife
refuges in the area are a popular choice. Wrangel Island, if you
can gain access to it, has been a protected reserve since 1974.
It is known world-wide for its polar bears, walrus, musk ox and
tundra geese. However, there are many more animals to be seen
here such as puffins, cormorants and reindeer.
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