Russian explorers in the 18th century also visited the island but made no permanent settlements.

Russian explorers first visited during the 17th century.

Russian and Japanese explorers also acquired collections of manuscripts.

- after 1637) was among the first and most important Russian explorers of Siberia.

Last recorded in 18th century by Russian explorers.

The year 1912 was a tragic one for Russian explorers in the Kara Sea.

As early as 1641, Russian explorers came into contact with the Chukchi.

The first Europeans in the area were Russian explorers and traders.

- after 1668) was the first Russian explorer of the Amur region.

From 1871 there were Russian explorers in the Pamir Mountains to the north.