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My Travel Writing Scholarship 2011 entry - Journey in an Unknown Culture

RUSSIAN FEDERATION | Thursday, 24 Mar 2011 | Views [563] | Scholarship Entry

It’s 92°C inside one of Sandyny Spa's saunas or “banyas.” A sensor reads 59 per cent humidity. Vladimir Saltonov’s belly pours over his Nike Speedos, dripping with sweat. He wears a floppy, felt hat with a red Soviet Star to prevent his hair from frizzing.... Read more >

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