Move can boost tourism as free port and pacific capital Vladivostok opens up.
The beaches here are thronged with sun-seekers, children paddle in the warm waters — even the babushki are relaxed.
As Western children salute Santa's Rudolph, here in the Sakha Republic the antlered animals are in peril from ravenous predators.
Desperate plea by teen whose American mother sent her aged 15...to Siberia.
Neglected by her parents as well as a 'stepfather from hell': Will no-one help this teenager stranded 6,000 miles from home?
Yakutia Airlines boosts flights from Alaska to some of the world's greatest, yet most unexplored holiday destinations.
Worried about the rapid destruction of permafrost from global warming? Here's how you can counter it by restoring the woolly mammoth habitat.
Focus placed on the Far East of Russia, with duty-free zone, tax incentives, and lower costs for ships.
Welcome to Mariinsky Pass in Altai Mountains, all ready and waiting for your admiration.