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The Far North of Siberia is basically desert tundra and permafrost, whereas to the south of Siberia has regions with mild climate (grapes and water-melons grow in the rich soil) and advanced industry. Population density varies among all different regions. Physical-climatic features of the southern Siberia regions are suitable for agriculture and for recreational services (the Baikal lake, Sayany Mountains and Mountain Altai).
Most of the region in Eastern Siberia is scarcely populated because of the extreme climate conditions and the difficulties of communication.
Because Siberia is extrememly rich in minerals and other natural resources such as oil and natural gas.. Many people in Siberia work in the mining industry due to the region's plentiful resources of gold, diamonds, iron ore, coal, gas, nickel, aluminum, etc. Agriculture, fishing, forestry, and livestock are also major industries that thrive in Siberia.
Siberia, with its vast, breathtaking landscape is also open to tourism. Some popular tourist destinations include Stolby National Park, tours on the Trans-Siberian Railway, and the world's oldest and deepest lake, Lake Baikal.
Up in the north, diets primarily consist of reindeer and horsemeat. The animals' milk provides many mircronutrients. Because of short growing seasons, most people don't eat fruits or vegetables.
Must Haves: Snow shoes, sled, skiis, snow goggles, thermal underwear
SIBERIA
Lake Baikal
An effective way to improve the quality of life for people who live in the extreme conditions of Siberia is to use geothermal energy to heat homes and factories. The geothermal process taps into underground sources of heat and produces power from the high temperatures below the earth's surface. The heat is then brought up to the surface to be used for human consumption.
Fur and other types of animal skins are an absolute necessity that people need in order to survive. It is the only thing that keeps you warm in the below freezing temperatures.
Siberians also drink vodka to combat the cold. Vodka acts as a heat elixir and the cold tends to limit the alcoholic effects.
