Female Swimmers Plunge Into Freezing Sea in Vladivostok

It can be relaxing to enjoy a stroll along a Russian beach in mid-January, but most people wouldn't dream of diving into the icy water. However, several brave Vladivostok women have gained a following by taking the plunge.
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Winter swim enthusiasts from Vladivostok have become among  the most recognisable personalities in the Primorye region's social networks. The ladies aren't just popular because of their extreme hobby; they also impress with their physical fitness, beauty and eye-catching swimsuits.

The Vladivostok winter swimming enthusiasts appeared a few years ago and have since become very popular, not only in social networks, but also in the mainstream media.

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