I was shown the spot where Bering's vessel was constructed, with its cordage and extra sails of deerskin, and its caulking of moss.

Billings' expedition in a ship called Russia's Glory, was organized here for an exploration of the Arctic ocean.

At one time the Government had foundries and workshops at Ohotsk.

The shallowness of water on the bar was a great disadvantage, as ships drawing more than twelve feet were unable to enter.

Twenty years ago the government abandoned Ohotsk for Ayan, and when the Amoor was opened it gave up the latter place.