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Nature reserve Island of the gulf of Kandalaksha
There are still a few places on our planet that have remained untouched by mankind, maintaining their pure nature. One such place is the Kandalaksha Nature Reserve on the Kandalaksha Gulf. Here it is nature that reigns strong with only a handful of human guests having visited – mostly defence lawyers and observers. The State Kandalaksha Nature Reserve expanded in Northern Russia. Although it may seem a rigid and cold place at first, the reserve is full of life and splendor. A short trip around parts of the Kandalaksha Reserve and the islands of the White Sea help us understand just why these lands are so carefully preserved, from what and, most important of all, why.
Fishing for Atlantic Salmon Beyond the Polar Circle
The Barents Sea coast is marked by rapid northern rivers that flow into the sea. It is here that giant Atlantic salmon come to spawn. They stubbornly swim against the strong flows of rivers on the Kola Peninsula in order to lay their eggs. However reaching this difficult destination has proven more of a challenge for fishermen than for the fish. Fishermen are forced to overcome some serious obstacles as the Barents Sea coast is located beyond the Arctic Circle and there is no road across the tundra. The only way to reach the salmon living in the rivers of the Kola Peninsula is by helicopter, and getting the chance to travel to this harsh region is the dream of almost every real fisherman. Here you might catch the biggest fish you’ve ever caught in your life, but then must release back into the sea.
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Fishing for Atlantic Salmon Beyond the Polar Circle
Ladoga pikeperch for lunch
Lake Ladoga, the largest lake in Europe, is not known for its calm waters. Waves break the water’s surface even on still days, almost crashing on the bank near the shoreside restaurant Osinovets Lighthouse. This restaurant’s location is not the only thing that makes it special – here chefs prepare fresh, delicious seafood like no one else. The fish guests order for lunch was happily swimming around the lake hours before. RTG TV host Igor Vukolov visited the restaurant try some its most popular pike perch dishes and learn the secrets to its perfect preparation.
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