Ushkan Islands

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Rock coast of Big Ushkan Island
Rock coast of Big Ushkan Island

The Ushkan Islands (Russian - Ушканьи острова or Ushkanji Ostrova) are a small archipelago on Lake Baikal in Russia. The group of islands consists of one large island (Big Ushkan Island, 9.5 km²) and three islets.

A part of Transbaikal National Park, the Ushkan Islands are becoming a popular tourist destination.

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