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Bratsk Reservoir

One of the world's largest man-made reservoirs, appearing as a massive sea surrounded by dense forest.

Continuous Taiga

Uninterrupted views of the Siberian wilderness, particularly striking during the autumn gold or winter frost.

Baikal Mountains

Distant views of the rugged mountain ranges that cradle the world's deepest lake to the east.

Lake Baikal

On clear days during the descent into Irkutsk, the southern tip of Lake Baikal may be visible on the horizon.

Rural Settlements

Traditional Siberian villages with distinctive wooden architecture scattered along the river valleys.

Bratsk Hydroelectric Dam

A massive engineering marvel visible shortly after takeoff, showing the scale of Soviet-era infrastructure.

Angara River Valley

The plane often follows the path of the Angara, the only river that flows out of Lake Baikal.

Agricultural Plains

The transition from dense forest to the more open, cultivated landscapes near the city of Cheremkhovo.

Irkutsk Cityscape

A great perspective of the 'Paris of Siberia,' featuring a mix of historic churches and Soviet blocks on final approach.