A virtual trip with the Trans-Siberian railway

Have you ever dreamed of going on the Trans-Siberian railway? Google has cooperated with Russian Railways to create a video of the entire trip. If you’re having trouble sleeping, check out the massive 150 hour footage of birch forests, train stations and even more birch forests!

My view in 2008.

Since I traveled by the Trans-Siberian railroad some years ago, it was quite entertaining to revisit the godforsaken train stations. But I must admit that the best part was to fast-forward past some of them. I especially enjoyed having a look at the places I missed while sleeping on the five day journey.

Have a look at the first part of the video: