Where is Irkutsk?
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Irkutsk is a city that is located in Russia,or rather in the territory of Eastern Siberia. It is the administrative center of the Irkutsk region, as well as the Irkutsk region. Irkutsk was founded in 1661, it is the sixth largest city in Siberia.
Where is the city
Irkutsk stands where the Angara River flows into twoits inflow, which are named - Irkut and Ushakovka. The city is noteworthy because it is located 55 km from the world-famous Lake Baikal - a World Heritage site.
Irkutsk is a cultural and scientific center of Eastern Siberia, and is also referred to the historical settlements of our country.
The largest city that is located on thea distance of 850 km directly from Irkutsk, this is Krasnoyarsk, in 232 km - Ulan-Ude. If you go by road, then Krasnoyarsk will be 1047 km, and to Ulan-Ude - 450 km. If you want to get to Baikalsk by car, the distance will be 151 km. The distance to Moscow is about 5200 km.
You can get to Irkutsk by plane, bus or train, for more information, see How to get to Irkutsk.
