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На атомном ледоколе “Ленин” возобновились экскурсии

Excursions have resumed on the nuclear-powered icebreaker Lenin

A historic vessel and a museum ship

The nuclear-powered icebreaker Lenin, the world's first nuclear-powered surface ship, has resumed offering excursions to the public after a two-year hiatus.

The ship, which was launched in 1957 and decommissioned in 1989, is now a museum ship and the only nuclear-powered vessel open to the public.

The excursions, which last for about two hours, take visitors through the ship's engine room, control room, and living quarters.

A unique opportunity to learn about nuclear technology

The excursions are a unique opportunity to learn about nuclear technology and the history of nuclear-powered ships.

The Lenin is powered by three nuclear reactors, which provide the ship with an unlimited range and the ability to break through ice up to 2.5 meters thick.

The ship was used for a variety of purposes, including scientific research, commercial shipping, and icebreaking operations in the Arctic.

A reminder of the Cold War

The Lenin is also a reminder of the Cold War era, when the Soviet Union and the United States competed to develop nuclear-powered ships.

The Lenin was built as part of the Soviet Union's effort to develop a nuclear-powered fleet of submarines and surface ships.

The ship was a major propaganda victory for the Soviet Union and helped to demonstrate the country's nuclear capabilities.

A popular tourist attraction

The Lenin is now a popular tourist attraction and is visited by thousands of people each year.

The ship is docked in Murmansk, Russia, and excursions are available from May to October.

For more information, visit the Lenin Museum website.