Trans-Siberian Fun Train

Russia is a multinational country.
This is a map which shows distribution of Russians (as of 2010) in different regions where dark green is the highest concentration of Russians, and white is the lowest.

As you can see Trans-Siberian railway crosses different regions, where live not only Russians. How do you think, what are the other ethnic groups.

The train is departing. Next stop is Adventure!

Great news!
Russian Railway Company recently presented a new passenger carriage capsule concept (3rd class wagons).

A distinctive feature of the carriage is the implementation of the layout in the T dimension, which sees the width of the carriage increased by 28 cm and the length by 73 cm compared to the standard rolling stock. Each capsule has a seat/berth which is by 15 cm longer than the usual dimensions in carriages.

The resized salon and rearrangement of the interior space, provides increased space for passengers and luggage storage.

The new concept of the capsule carriage accommodates 56 individual capsule places, 28 at the bottom and 28 on the top. The capsules are located along the central aisle and separated from the passenger compartment by an opaque curtain which prevents most light from passing through.

The sleeping area is surrounded by an ergonomically shaped backrest in the form of an armchair and the passengers can sit comfortably and use the adjacent table, which also has recesses to hold glasses. USB sockets and light switches are provided on the side surface, between the back and the table top.

The lighting concept was created specifically for the capsule car variant. The curtain rods have built-in contour lighting and several brighter diodes that act as an individual light. Passengers can use both options at the same time or separately.

Between the table and the wall at the passenger’s feet is a wide space where travellers can put their personal belongings or small luggage.

A feature of the concept is also a variable luggage storage system located under the lower capsule or in a special luggage compartment in the carriage.
The new version of the capsule passenger car concept also includes a vending area. A separate waste collection system is provided.

Particular attention has been paid to hygiene issues which feature a water and air disinfection system, contactless taps, soap dispensers, hand dryers. Antibacterial materials are used in the interior decoration.

Would you like to try it?)