Lake Baikal, like Lake Tanganyika, was formed as an ancient rift valley and has the typical long crescent shape. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is home to many species of animals, plants and Buryat tribes.
Among all lakes, it is the clearest, the deepest and the world’s oldest lake, formed 25 million years ago. Lake Baikal is also famous for the one of a kind ice marathon that takes place on its frozen surface.
Competitors come from over 50 different countries and race across the frozen lake. This sport is recognized as one of the world’s hardest endurance challenges. The ice marathon gives daring local and international runners the huge opportunity to race across a 26.1 mi/42 km course on the snow-covered ice of Lake Baikal. The beautiful lake offers amazing landscapes surrounding the basin, including picturesque mountains, taiga woods and boreal forests.
The marathon is predominantly flat and covered in a light layer of snow. If you are a visitor to Siberia, you may have trouble getting used to the northern winds that are harsh and unpredictable.
The climate of Siberia is the biggest challenge of this race, as past races proved that conditions vary in severity, from a sunny sky with no chill factor to a biting cold and high winds. The world’s most adventurous runners will face the uneven surface of the lake that resembles the conditions of an ice skating rink, crafting a totally unique racetrack. Prior to the marathon, get ready for a big preparation and safety precautions, as this can be a very dangerous activity.
On the day of the race, you will be transferred to the beginning spot and after the ritual of vodka sprinkling, you can start your adventure. It is your chance to pacify the spirits of the Great Baikal, keeping the Russian tradition and then take part in the coolest marathon ever.
Volcano National park is located at 30 mi/48 km in the southwest of Hilo Town in Hawaii. The park was established in 1916 and is a combination of unique ecosystems and diverse environments that range from the sea to the summit of the world's biggest volcano, Mauna Loa, as well as Kilauea which is the world's most active volcano.
Sonora Pass is located near Pinecrest, Tuolumne County, California, USA. It is off of Highway about 60 mi/96.5 km east of Sonora.
Sonora Pass is located near Pinecrest, Tuolumne County, California, USA. It is off of Highway about 60 mi/96.5 km east of Sonora.
Glencoe is a small village in the Highlands of Scotland. Its surrounding area is familiar to most of us, since the filming of ''Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Askaban'' and ''Skyfall'' has taken place there. Glencoe is situated in the heart of a glen, named Glen Coe too. Locals are able to offer to their visitors a wide range of facilities like hotels, restaurants and cafes. Glencoe is the perfect place for all who love adventure on the mountains.
Durban is a beautiful city and the biggest one in the KwaZulu - Natal. lt has an amazing coastline, diverse landscape with the most spectacular mountain range in South Africa. Climate is sub-tropical with warm wet summers, mild frost-free winters and all year round sunshine. Its amazing sandy beaches stretch into the Indian Ocean with water temperatures at 19°C/66.2°F even during winter.
Mount Shasta is located in northern California, east of Interstate 5 along SR89, between Mount Shasta city and McCloud city, California, USA.
Lake Baikal is a rift lake, situated in the south of the region of Siberia, between the Republic of Buryatiya to the southeast and the Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest.
Lake Baikal is a rift lake, situated in the south of the region of Siberia, between the Republic of Buryatiya to the southeast and the Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest.
Lake Baikal is a rift lake, situated in the south of the region of Siberia, between the Republic of Buryatiya to the southeast and the Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest.
Irkut River is a river situated in the Republic of Buryatiya and the Oblast of Irkutsk. The river is Angara’s left tributary. Irkut River freezes up in late October - mid November and stays in that condition until late April - early May.
Irkut River is a river situated in the Republic of Buryatiya and the Oblast of Irkutsk. The river is Angara’s left tributary. Irkut River freezes up in late October - mid November and stays in that condition until late April - early May.
Lake Baikal is a rift lake situated in the south of the region of Siberia, between the Republic of Buryatiya to the southeast and the Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest.
Lake Baikal is a rift lake situated in the south of the region of Siberia, between the Republic of Buryatiya to the southeast and the Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest.
Lake Baikal is a rift lake, situated in the south of the region of Siberia, between the Republic of Buryatiya to the southeast and the Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest.
