My shortest leg of the Trans-Siberian was between Ulan Ude and Irkutsk, around the gorgeous scenery of Lake Baikal.

Train seen from the train

Crossing the river

Frozen river

View back to the bridge

Headin’ through the hills

Not too much snow…

The special Russian train tea cup

Not too exciting yet…

Passing through…

My cabinmate’s plants

Cozy compartment

Snow…and the lake

More Siberian houses

A glimpse of mountains

Blurry, but hey! It’s Lake Baikal!

More mountains

Starting to get grandiose views

Gorgeous mountains

Moutains overlooking Lake Baikal

More mountains

Wooden houses

More wooden houses by the lake

Leaving the town by the lake

Rounding the lake

Not all of the lake area is scenic

Getting closer to Irkutsk!

Finally, a prettier view…

The Rossiya