Non-touristic Russia. From West to East

Alexander Sukharev is a photographer and explorer of abandoned places, a participant in the Kosmaj Project, a seeker of non-touristic gems and the author of unique tours across Russia. For over 15 years, he has traveled the world, driven by... a desire to unveil the beauty of the abandoned and forgotten. His photographs depict deserted cities, ancient estates and churches, abandoned factories, derelict airplanes, and sunken ships, presented in inseparable unity with unspoiled nature. "Non-touristic Russia. From West to East" is a book-gallery and a book-statement. Each photograph here is not just an image but a symbol of the striving from the past to the future, reflecting the thoughts and feelings of photographer Alexander Sukharev, his memories from journeys through the lost corners of our vast homeland. This is a book-invitation to a journey through the waves of memory – from west to east, from Kaliningrad to Sakhalin. To where real Russia lies, in all its complexity and diversity. To where the abandoned factories and plants shrouded in mystery and secrecy, tilted churches, estates, and pioneer camps, of which there are many on the map of our country, tell their own stories, shedding light on our shared past.