During the end of the winter the sun hits the Ice, and breaks it it what seems millions of little needles. From above the ice seems like it is going to give away under your foot. But since the ice layer gets around 1 meter thick, walking is usually quite safe.
Written Oct 21, 2002
The aspect of certain ships does not inspire much faith.
Written Oct 21, 2002
I just would not recommend taking a truck ride on the lake!
Written Oct 18, 2002
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I just would not recommend taking a truck ride on the lake!

Q: This summer we will go to Baikal again (from 23 July till 6 August 2011). As usual is will be the hiking and climbing trip to...

A: Hi Joe - if you haven't already done so, you may want to post on Travel Buddy at www.travbuddy.com. Happy trekking!
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Siberia is an ancient land full of enigmatic places and mystery. The blue eye of Siberia is lake Baikal. It is the oldest lake in the world, the most isolated. Lake Baikal is an intact ecosystem,...
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.....the mountain river Babkha makes the water cold here....but I found the way out......lol
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Transsiberian Railway : Russia - Lake Baikal

Lake Baikal contains 20 % of the world's drinkable water and is the deepest lake of the world. Isnt' it beautiful ???
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