Intriguing

I have long been intrigued by Alaska's neighbour - the Russian province of Chukotka. It lies 45 miles west of Nome across the Bering Strait. Total population of the area facing Alaska is 5,200. The land surface area is 30,700 km2. The Russians have built an English language site, which is well worth a read.

I am also drawing attention to this area, because Karl Bushby is restarting his round the world hike there. And is once again running into Russian officialdom.