The Trans-Siberian Railway is the longest train ride in the world, covering nearly 6000 miles from Moscow, across the Siberian wasteland, and on to Vladivostok. It is a travel experience that everyone should take part in at least once in their lives, seeing the grandeur of the largest country in the world from the window of a train. Though the ride is long and you may find your backside aching after so much time sitting down, the spectacular views would be well-worth the discomfort.
Being on this railroad also means rubbing elbows with many Russian natives who happen to be using the train for more practical purposes. There is no better way to know the real face of a country’s people than interacting with them on a daily basis in an environment where there is little to do but interact. This journey is one that can be both social and introspective at the same time and give you some unique insights.
