This edition is an attempt of a scientifi c guide to Lake Baikal and, at the same time, a monographic description of its Nature’s major elements. Against a general view of the Lake and its basin, it provides characteristics of various features of Lake Baikal as a natural phenomenon and a Heritage site. A scientifi c research of this kind has been done for the fi rst time.
The book is intended for specialists in natural sciences, it can be used as a textbook for students and post-graduates. It is also interesting for public at large.