Irkutsk - Ιρκούτσκ

Irkutsk (Russian: Иркутск) is a city Russia its capital Region Irkutsk. The population of the city is 587,891 according to the 2010 Census. Irkutsk was founded in 1652 by Yakov Pohabov. During the October Revolution, Irkutsk became a theater of bloody clashes between the "White" and the "Red". . Its industrialization began during the communist period Siberian. Most Irkutsk residents are indigenous Saha, one of its many Turkish tribes. Siberian.

Languages

Irkutsk's dominant language is Russian. However, Turkish languages ​​also have many speakers.

Religion

The predominant religion in Irkutsk is Orthodoxy. However, many natives of Turkish origin continue to maintain the magical shamanistic beliefs of their ancestors.

How to move

By road

By air

Sights

Irkutsk's main attractions are the Governor's Palace, the Old Bank and the Cathedral of Lights.

Local cuisine

Local drinks

How to stay safe