In 1999, I decided to live a year in the city of Chita, Russia. For those not in the know, Chita is a city in Siberia.
History
The City of Chita is a the administrative center of the Chita Oblast, which is similar to a state. It is located smack dab in the middle of Siberia and is about 500 miles east of Lake Baikal.
From the 1930s through the end of communism, Chita was a closed city. During this period, foreigners were prohibited from traveling to Chita as were many Russians. The basis for the closing of the city was apparently its proximity to China and military installations.
In some circles, Chita is known as the City of Exiles because prominent intellectuals starting with the Decembrist were exiled to the city after failed uprisings in 1825. Despite this informal name, the arrival of the Decembrists was a boon for the city. The well-educated exiles made an effort to educate the citizens of Chita and pursue trade. Through these efforts, the City became a major trading portal in Siberia, particularly since the natural resources of the area included timber, gold and uranium.
Architecturally, Chita is a clash of styles. Foremost, Chita is...
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