Timeline
16:38
Find a seat on the nearby beach or sit near the Slyudyanka 2 railway stop. The rock stands as a divider between Slyudyanka and Kultuk, offering a clear view of the water. It is a calm spot to wait for the light to change.
17:13
Walk down the path to the tip of the peninsula if you prefer a closer look. If the path is busy or closed, stay on the beach. The sun sets toward the SW, framing the rock against the fading light.
17:23
Watch the sunset. The golden light starts at 16:26, but the key moment is 17:23 when the sun touches the horizon.
17:53
Stay for a few minutes as the light fades. The peninsula remains a stark silhouette against the darkening Baikal.
Local tip
There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity. Bring your own snack or drink from town before you arrive.
Check before you go
- Sunset is at 17:23 on 15 January. Check the route to the railway stop or beach if you do not have a car.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Slyudyanka (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).