One of the world’s largest steel works is opening its doors to tour groups in a bid to embrace tourism.
Travellers who want to get off the beaten track in the Russian region of Chelyabinsk can visit the Magnitogorsk Iron and Steel Works (MMK).
As well as taking in sights (достопримечательности) such as Russia’s largest blast furnace, visitors can also take the chance to delve into (углубляться) the plant’s Soviet legacy with the onsite science and technology museum. Tour guides and audio guides are on hand, as well as special tours for children.
Plant officials say that the move is part of a regional drive to bring more tourists to the remote (удалённый) area.
