Tomsk in Winter: A Freezing, Fascinating Russian Adventure
okay, so i found myself in tomsk last week, and let me tell you-it was cold. like, really cold. i just checked and it's -11.4°C there right now, hope you like that kind of thing. but hey, that's part of the charm, right?
Tomsk is one of those cities that doesn't get nearly enough love. it's in Siberia, so you know it's going to be an adventure. the streets are lined with wooden houses that look like they've been there forever, and the people? they're tough as nails. i mean, how else do you survive winters like this?
i heard from a local that the best place to warm up is *Cafe Traveler's Coffee. apparently, they serve the strongest coffee in town. i didn't check it out myself, but i'm taking their word for it. if you're into history, someone told me that the Tomsk Regional Museum is a must-see. they said it's like stepping back in time, but without the freezing part.
if you get bored, Novosibirsk and Krasnoyarsk are just a short drive away. but honestly, tomsk has enough to keep you busy for a few days. the architecture alone is worth the trip. and don't even get me started on the wooden architecture. it's like something out of a fairy tale, but with more snow.
i also stumbled upon this tiny bookstore that smelled like old paper and coffee. it was perfect. the owner was this old guy who kept telling me stories about the city. i didn't understand half of it, but it was fascinating anyway.
and here's a pro-tip: if you're planning to visit, layer up*. like, seriously. i thought i was prepared, but i was wrong. my fingers still haven't forgiven me.
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