President Putin opened his visit to Buryatia by going to Ivolga Datsan, the main monastery of the Buddhist Traditional Sangha in Russia.
Many Russians on board overcrowded boat which capsized with '200 rescued'.
Tourism Agency of Thailand (TAT) to push native gastronomy to Russian visitors.
The 'capital of Siberia' this week hosts the World Snow Forum 2013 dedicated to improving modern life for people living in the harshest winter conditions.
Konstantin Zhuravlyov must be one of Siberia's best ambassadors to the world after his epic journey.
Sasivat Wongsinsavat called Kuzbass cradle of Thai boxing at the opening of Muay Thai Championship.
The beaches here are thronged with sun-seekers, children paddle in the warm waters — even the babushki are relaxed.
Couple thank Thai and Russian doctors who save their premature miracle baby.
Experts still divided over mysterious 1,300-year-old fortress-like structure located on island in middle of lake.