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The "Kiss of Baikal" is a ritual that invites tourists to feel a special connection with the lake. ⛄️The essence of the ritual is that a small hole is cut in the ice of Lake Baikal, where a hot drink is poured, most often vodka or tincture. A person should drink this drink through a straw or just from a well, literally "kissing" Baikal with his lips. ⛄️It is believed that the ritual promotes unity with nature, allows you to recharge with positive energy and unites the tourist team. ⛄️However, the locals, especially the Buryats, actively opposed this ritual. For them, Lake Baikal is a sacred place, and from their point of view, such a tourist rite is an outrage. ⛄️Therefore, if you participate in such a ritual, treat Lake Baikal with respect and do not leave garbage behind. Video: Екатерина Антонова #around_Russia #russian_culture #RussianNationalCode 😎RCR | Support | Boost