The Underwater Research Center of the Russian Geographical Society brings together people from different scientific fields – historians, archaeologists, divers, oceanographers and many others to conduct comprehensive underwater research using a complete range of tools and equipment. The purpose of the research is to study and preserve the natural, cultural and historic heritage.
Read MoreThe use of submersibles allows us to explore the underwater environment for extended periods of time under normal pressure conditions.
Read MoreThe Underwater archeology museum will be established at the Dock of Peter the Great in Kronstadt, Russia. It is assumed that the Museum exposition will include artefacts and remains of ship wrecks found during the expeditions held by the Underwater Research Center of the Russian Geographical Society.
Read MoreUnderwater Research Center of the Russian Geographical Society runs a comprehensive program «Oceanautica» at the premises of the All-Russian children’s center «Orlyonok».
Read MoreBlue lake (Tserik-Kyol) is the rarest natural landmark. The specialists estimated that this unique water source in Kabardino-Balkaria is about 10,000 years old. It is karstic, which means that thousands of years back the water pushed its way up from the ground. All year round the temperature of the water is 9 degrees Celsius, and its level does not change by a centimeter.
Read MoreLake Ladoga harbors many secrets in its dark and cold waters. The Underwater Research Center, RGS has resolved them and restored the historic course of events connected with this lake.
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