These days we are exploring one of the most inaccessible regions of the Arctic – the Franz Josef Land archipelago.
The territory of Franz Josef Land belongs to the Russian Arctic National Park. Polar bears feel like their rightful owners on the vast expanses of the islands.
We can meet these "masters of the Arctic" anytime, anywhere. The polar day in these latitudes lasts 24 hours, which means we will have plenty of time to explore the unique wildlife of this region.
One of the most unusual places on Franz Josef Land is Champ Island, located in the very center of the archipelago.
It is famous for its spherical nodules — stones of almost perfectly round shape, in the center of which are sometimes found the remains of mollusk shells. Geologists are still arguing about the nature of the formation of this phenomenon.
In addition to its natural resources, Franz Josef Land holds the most fascinating pages of history. Experience the feelings that the heroes of the legendary story "The Two Captains" experienced.
Sedov died at the ZFI in an attempt to reach the North Pole. His grave can be seen on Rudolph Island.
Here, at Cape Flora of Northbrook Island, the surviving members of the St. Anna Brusilov expedition, navigator Albanov and sailor Konrad, found salvation.
Famous Norwegian travelers Nansen and Johansen spent 7 months at Cape Norway on Jackson Island after an unsuccessful attempt to conquer the North Pole.
And these are just a few pages from the history book of Franz Josef Land.
Tikhaya Bay is known for the well-preserved buildings of the first Soviet polar station. The base of the Russian Arctic National Park is also located here.
You will also have the opportunity to send a postcard to friends from the world's northernmost post office.