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Siberian Deerskin Boots
The Siberian version of Russian valenki (felted wool boots), «pimy», came from the Nenets people and their «piyuny». That is what the Nenets, one of the peoples that have lived in Siberia for hundreds and hundreds of years, call reindeer skin boots. Russian immigrants borrowed the idea, developing their own boots from sheep’s wool. Long ago «pimokaty», craftsmen that specialise in making “pimy,” lived in every Siberian village. Nowadays there are very few such men. A pimokat’s job is not an easy one, but the woolen boots that they make keep them warm. In these parts people believe that there is no warmer shoe - a statement that should not be taken lightly considering the temperature here often falls below negative 40 degrees Celsius in the winter. For this reason valenki manufacturers in the Golyshmanovsky District of Tyumen Oblast have their work cut out for them even in the June heat a...
Ladoga pikeperch for lunch
Lake Ladoga, the largest lake in Europe, is not known for its calm waters. Waves break the water’s surface even on still days, almost crashing on the bank near the shoreside restaurant Osinovets Lighthouse. This restaurant’s location is not the only thing that makes it special – here chefs prepare fresh, delicious seafood like no one else. The fish guests order for lunch was happily swimming around the lake hours before. RTG TV host Igor Vukolov visited the restaurant try some its most popular pike perch dishes and learn the secrets to its perfect preparation.
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Ladoga pikeperch for lunch
Journey to Fisht mountain
Mountains, rushing rivers, deep ravines, sunny valleys and forests that are hundreds of years old are all part of the natural treasures that can be found in the mountainous regions of Krasnodar Krai. These places are home to dozens of touristic routes and those that love more adventurous and active holidays can easily find activities that strike their fancy – from white-water rafting to rock climbing and canyoning. The snow-covered peeks of the Fisht-Oshtenovsky Mountains stand almost 3,000 metres above sea-level and are a perfect destination for adventure-seeking travellers. It is said that from about 1,500 metres above sea-level on the western slope of Mount Fisht you can see a waterfall that originates at the Pshekha River. Will RTG TV host Olga Degtyareva be able to spot it? Watch and find out!
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