The Trans-Siberian Railway
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The Trans-Siberian Railway is the world's longest single rail system, stretching 9,288 kilometers from Moscow to Vladivostok. It spans eight time zones, offering a unique journey through diverse landscapes, including pine forests, rivers, and Lake Baikal. The railway was constructed to unite European and Asian parts of Russia, facilitating trade and population growth in Siberia. Today, the Trans-Siberian Railway is a symbol of Russian engineering and culture. Trains like the Rossiya offer comfortable journeys with various classes of service. The route passes through major cities like Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, and Khabarovsk, showcasing Russia's vast geography. Despite challenges like climate change affecting maintenance, the railway remains vital for both tourism and the Russian economy.
