Welcome to he Shortest Metro in the World. We hope that you like dry humor, because this post (and video) is chock full of it. Welcome to Omsk, Russia. Have you heard of it? Neither have we, but after watching this droll and very funny video tour of one of Siberian Russia’s cities, you might be booking your flight to this little-written about place. Along the way, we’ll see how the other half live.
So, let’s explore. Omsk’s rich history, dates back to the 18th century. Let’s begin at the beginning. Omsk is a city on the Irtysh River in the vast Russian region of Siberia. You can easily explore the city’s rich history, dating back to the 18th century. For example, visit the Tobolsk Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Omsk Fortress. The central Vrubel Museum of Fine Arts, in 2 pastel-colored buildings, displays sumptuous Fabergé creations, Russian paintings and porcelain.
And now the star of the post: the Omsk Tram. The video is funny and more than just a little tongue and cheek, without a doubt. But it’s all intentional, with a certain love and even pride of its location, with more than a touch of cynicism.
Watch as you wind your way, like the Irtysh River through neighborhoods, light industrial areas and the ever-present snow that defines that part of the world. , and the Omsk Fortress. Even better, Omsk offers a relatively affordable travel experience compared to other Russian cities. Visiting Russia in these times requires more thinking, planning and patience, but it’s worth every penny.
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