With the formation of the Irkutsk province in 1764, Irkutsk became the center of the largest region in Russia—Eastern Siberia, which …

Irkutsk Oblast consists mostly of the hills and broad valleys of the Central Siberian Plateau, with the Lena-Angara Plateau. The …

Jul 10, 2026 · The city of Irkutsk, with attractive embankments along the river and many surviving wooden houses on its tree-lined …

The monument to V.I. Lenin on Lenin Street in Irkutsk is a notable city landmark. Located in a pretty square at the intersection of two …

Founded in the mid-17th century as a winter quarters for traders and tax collectors, Irkutsk came to prominence in the 1800s. …

Irkutsk, oblast (region), east-central Russia, occupying an area of 296,500 square miles (767,900 square km) west and north of Lake …

Irkutsk travel guide: top attractions, nightlife, restaurants, and up-to-date information for planning your trip to Irkutsk, Russia. Find out …