Exploring SOVIET abandoned buildings // Why there are so many abandoned constructions in Russia?

[@EvlFlp]

A hug from The Netherlands. I hope you and your loved ones are well and get through this horrible time. And it is obviously not your fault! In fact videos like yours of your beautiful country and people help reminding that war and politics are not who people are.

[@JustJ-Me]

Can't agree with you more!

[@nreyes0797]

💗💓🥰😘

[@israelbenavraham451]

Natasha, I am sure that you and many others in your wonderful country are against that awful situation. Please stay healthy! You, your family and all your friends stay healthy and safe. much love. I care, others also and for sure we will support you further! Promise. Andrim from Germany (Northmacedonia)

[@johnsmith1474]

Nobody likes a war. The US is responsible for the crisis in Ukraine, and for every death that comes of it, plus the right wing nationalist in Ukraine who have been killing people in Donbas for eight years.

[@mvl6827]

@@johnsmith1474 Sure, the US and not Russia is rolling in with miles upon miles of killing equipment…. Do you actually hear yourself talk… blind too?

[@annnee6818]

Natasha said herself that the majority support the government but a lot of them probably have no idea what's really happening. Either way, it's so much needless suffering and a tragedy of unimaginable proportions.

[@mariansajgalik7731]

Drone, small talk with random people, ominous music in the background, horror-like zoom shots Absolutelly brilliant :)

[@MegaBIGSLIK]

Yes Natasha is my favorite Russian Girl. The USA misses her she is brilliant

[@reginaorial7537]

North America doesn't miss her, instead they like info about Russia.

[@DS-mm6fh]

I miss her 😢

[@benfish4443]

Russia is such a cool country. Pity about the d*ck running the place. Hope you are ok.

[@alexysq2660]

...almost prophetic in fact 💚💖🥲....

[@shandytown7019]

All we can do at a time like this is hope that Natasha is safe. This situation is hard for civilians on both sides. Sending good thoughts and hoping Natasha can communicate with us in the rest of the world soon. ❤️

[@stevefletcher2334]

hard on both sides?? One can't use Apple pay and the other is being bombed and shot! Big difference

[@shandytown7019]

@@stevefletcher2334 Neither set of civilians asked to be in this situation. And both are being unfairly disadvantaged because of a crazy person. And just because Russian civilians don’t necessarily have to fear for their lives right now, in the long-term their lives could end up very grim. I feel bad for both because neither asked for this nor wants it… generally speaking anyway, and as far as we can figure at this point.

[@rogink]

@@stevefletcher2334 Yeah, really easy life in Russia. The rouble's collapsed and stock market closed. You don't need to protest about the war, just call it a war, and you could end up in prison. And no access to impartial news. So, nothing to see there. Of course no one is saying Russians are in the same situation as Ukraine, but they are living under a repressive regime. I suspect Natasha is lying low, so not posting videos - in fact KZbin is probably blocked in Russia anyway.

[@stevefletcher2334]

@@rogink false equivalency. Yeah, life in Russia probably sucks...but they aren't being MURDERED daily! Shot, killed, burned and bombed. Big fucking difference. You minimize the horror of Ukraine by saying, yeah, Russians have it hard, too.

[@NessNayii]

@@stevefletcher2334 With respect, I don't think the intent was to draw an equivalency. Of course being bombed out of your homeland is unequivocally terrible. However, many Russian citizens are being arrested/disappeared for saying precisely that. They face arrest for simply standing next to a poster in a photograph which advocates for equal rights for goodness' sake, or for wearing the wrong T shirt! It is okay to express empathy for those people whilst still acknowledging the horror experienced by people in the Ukraine. The common thread is Putin and his regime.

[@NachtmahrNebenan]

We will not forget you during this weird times. Keep on with your channel and never stop learning ☮️🌺♥️

[@joelforman7242]

Vee vill not forget.. err, vere is my tea??? Hahaha

[@joelforman7242]

This poor white kid, so much opportunity is da Soviet union.. remember, some are more equal than others

[@_aponak4716]

She already ban to post any content

[@marcosorduno9203]

Lol why is she going to die

[@marcosorduno9203]

@@_aponak4716 really

[@timelston4260]

Thank you for your stand with humanity, Natasha. We are proud of you!

[@Cryo837]

Nobody has anything close to the content you provide. You provide the REAL Russia not just Moscow and few other big cities. Your videos are fascinating. Just be careful in those abandoned buildings that you don't step on something sharp that is hidden. Sadly, urban decay exists all around the world. In America we have a large area called the "rust belt" that is full of abandoned buildings due to industry moving overseas. Love your channel!!!

[@nole8923]

Agreed. The second I see a new video of hers I click on it

[@hghghghghghghghghgh1]

She's cool and there is also this guy BaldandBankrupt he is a real sovjet expert

[@8swampsox857]

@@hghghghghghghghghgh1 they should meet up and do a video somewhere!

[@nole8923]

@@8swampsox857 Uh, no. He’s kind of a pervert.

[@GameXTwo]

@@nole8923 What is wrong with you?

[@sheilahenderson5973]

Sending you much love, Natasha. Just in case we don't see you again thank you for all your very interesting videos. We are one earth, one human race. Peace to planet earth 🌎

[@Randomstuffs261]

We love you and your videos Natascha, we know you are not responsible for what is happening. Stay safe - from Europe

[@narsakucanada154]

Last year with no place left to turn I prayed to God in repentance then begged for help with all my heart, "I was until then a lifelong Atheist." I then had a dream of Jesus coming before God and he spoke of the Tabernacle in perfect context, "A word I didn't know existed because I've never read the bible", and the love I felt from Jesus was unlike anything I've ever felt before - A lifetime of joy every second - It brought me to sobbing and it changed my life forever. I've had other miracles since, a few being a light turning on in answer to deeply needful prayer 6 times, seeing a orb of light hours before a major surgery, seeing an Angel in a dream the night my mother prayed for me to see one, "Without telling me", and so much more. Know that God and Jesus ARE real and that they love us deeply. Let go of your hatred and Imagine yourself holding the people who've hurt you. Tell them you love and forgive them and do your best to follow, "I've failed many times", the 10 commandments.

[@Randomstuffs261]

@@narsakucanada154 ok

[@MichaelFrankowiak]

You are correct Natasha is not to blame but I dont think many Russians know their country is at war with Ukraine. Nice content!

[@Mr.mysterious76]

@@Randomstuffs261 😂😂 wtf is wrong with that guy

[@reginaorial7537]

@@Mr.mysterious76 he went nuts!

[@ricky4001cs]

Hey Natasha, hope you are ok. Stay safe ~

[@Hybridman7]

We do have such buildings in France too, mostly disused factories (mills, plants, slaughterhouses, fondries...) abandoned castles, prisons, bunkers on the Atlantic coast,... I find it always immensely rewarding to visit such places, and there is an atmosphere you can't find elsewhere! Thanks for the video!

[@NatashasAdventures]

Is it allowed to walk there? For some reason it seems to me that such places in Europe are guarded by security...

[@manuell3505]

I have been in the north. There are still many remains of the war. Old ruins with bullet holes, failed bombs and grenades everywhere. Some places are closed to public because of explosion risk.

[@ag4444]

@@NatashasAdventures In Germany there are tons of such places and they are not guarded. I have been to many abandoned buildings in Germany, you just gotta be careful because you might fall through a hole or step on something plus there are still bombs from the world wars in some areas that might go off, so sometimes the military will put up signs that say to not cross a certain forest etc but nobody is actually guarding it.

[@NatashasAdventures]

@@ag4444 good to know, thanks :D

[@Hybridman7]

@@NatashasAdventures Not always :^) There are sentries sometimes... Once I almost stumbled on militaries doing maneuvers, near Cholet... Otherwise, many are left without proper security :) I'll always remember a visit to the Grands Moulins de Paris, in Marquette-lez-Lille, near Lille :) Gigantic flour mills, 7 stories high, from memory :)

[@vickimundy676]

Natascha.Sending good wishes to you from Australia.Be well lovely lady.Thankyou for the last couple of years for showing us your lovely country

[@rickdeckard804]

People need to stop asking her to comment on the international situation. She is not responsible for that, nor can she safely comment on it. Let her make her content and keep the politics out of it.

[@migrationsforschermitbreit6744]

You`ve got it!!!

[@lucymcnamara4558]

Exactly. It’s not her fault.

[@Michelle.Leslie]

I've seen the news where Russian police was dragging a woman screaming because she was protesting the war. It's obvi not safe for make her make a comment at the moment. (Or she does'nt want to talk politics) which is also fair.

[@alexandermenzies9954]

Well said, Rick. The sheer lack of brains of those asking for comment from Natasha beggars belief. I suspect they are from the lower echelons of society, "nice" people whose careless ignorance is all about themselves and their stupidity. They don't stop to consider anyone who is in danger; their's is the cosy little world of indifference to the plight of others as long as their sanctimony is paraded for all to see.

[@hortonharry3492]

The you tube video: "Russia is split in two / Cancel Culture Introduced" Inside Russia - the blogger for this video. Natasha's been targeted by Russian authorities according to this Inside Russia's information. Her live stream has been shut down as well as the same with other Russian bloggers. At the 1:04 mark, he starts to give more information on her situation. I did not see the whole video and he could make further referrals to her in these later content areas of his video. He states her situation could get serious yet he has no knowledge of her status or situation. I pray hopefully all will go well for her. Praying for Natasha!

[@jasonreynolds1715]

I hope that you are safe and well. Always enjoy your vlogs and I know you have a good heart.

[@Saffron831]

I just wanted to say thank you Natasha cause even though I haven’t commented before you genuinely made me really curious about Russian culture and its beautiful people for the first time! Since then I’ve watched so many different KZbinrs, learned about different foods, people’s stories… And how similar we all really are when you get to the heart of it. I know these are hard times for ordinary people in all countries and I hope peace returns to Ukraine, Russia and the whole world soon. 😔 🇺🇸 🇺🇦 🇷🇺

[@SaveDaDrama4YoMoma]

never stop makin videos Natasha. will always stay tuned. praying for you and loved ones safety

[@williamganley4739]

I seen the channel name changed and got a little worried. I just wanted to thank you for sharing your adventures over the past year. I subscribed to various channels from all over the globe to take virtual vacations during the pandemic. The one thing I could take away from all of these videos is everyone seems to be the same. It's just a bunch of good people. My previous misconceptions and prejudice about people their countries seem to have faded away. I know you are probably taking flack over recent events but don't worry. People aren't thinking and just need to vent. Be proud of your channel and keep doing what you need to.

[@dgibelli]

Great comment. There are only two types of people in the world, either decent or not, Natasha is the former IMHO.

[@benwooding1311]

I came here today to say something very similar. Keep up the good work Natasha. We know (partly because of your videos) that president of Russia isn't representing the views of every day Russians like yourself. His actions do not cast you in a bad light, only himself.

[@mjcalais]

Agreed. Natasha shows us the humanity in this part of the world. We are blessed to have kind people like her, Konstantin (Inside Russia), and Ben (Bald and Bankrupt) connecting us with ordinary citizens across Russia.

[@krzychd8362]

Name of channel has changed because word russia nowdays means the worste curse.

[@robertlawson4806]

Natasha is probably protesting the Ukraine war.Hope she doesn’t get in trouble because I love her.

[@micapandurcic8739]

When you stepped on this frozen river I was really worried about you Natasha. Be careful , and take care of yourself ! Thanks for the video, and many greetings, from Mica

[@DJ-po1nv]

Support you from Canada - thank you for your honesty - citizens do not always agree with government decisions, i am very sorry that your government has made such a harmful choice to attack Ukraine. The world understand that not all Russians support its government. Stay safe we need voices like yours to continue.

[@Andy-P]

@Ned B Putin has put himself into a corner. On TV he looks unhinged and distant.

[@Andy-P]

@@СергейБехтерев-у9ы There is only one Nazi in this scenario

[@jacobsinger97]

Not a single russian support their dictator. They are just terrified of him!! Btw are the truckers going back home yet there or not? I have to come there and enter trucking school.

[@damiensullivan440]

@@Andy-P The west have bombed and attacked innocent people in Iraq so get off your high horse mate .

[@Andy-P]

@Ned B Agreed. It is a world of grey. Putin would of got away of incorporating the breakaway republics into Russia and stuffing them with artillery to counter anything the Ukranians did. Even enlarging those area's a little. But looking to take the whole country, the largest in Europe, and impose a Government he controls is too far. America told Ukraine the limits of it's help before the conflict. NATO will not confront Russia in Ukraine so Ukraine may have to be pragmatic at some point.... if it can be.

[@johnbowyer6902]

Your drone shots also lend a different perspective. Natasha, this is an architectural goldmine. The brutalist style with shapes and angles and the graffiti on old concrete and brick makes for beautiful abstracts. Thankyou for this.

[@jeffz2111]

I find the far eastern cities of Russia more interesting than the glitter of Moscow and St. Petersburg. Thanks for keeping it real...

[@Sunlight91]

I loved exploring abandoned buildings as a kid. It's more exciting than a playground.

[@toddboothbee1361]

Running "rogue" as kids used to do more often is one of the best activities for young (or old) brains. Better than a playground, better than TV, and most of the time, better than computers.

[@РусланЗаурбеков-з6е]

And more dangerous.

[@pivkemrzli2297]

yup we did it all the time as kids :D granted there wasnt that many abandoned buildings, since we were in a village... but we had a lot of old german ww2 bunkers and tunnels to explore (which is even more fun) since the place was fortified because of supply line railroad went trough.

[@forrestgump1379]

The carpet on the front of the car reminded me of a similar thing we did in Alabama but we used old plastic shower curtain. It prevented air thru the grill of the automobile and helped the engine warm up and stay warm when the weather was very cold.

[@rachelg785]

That made me laugh, if you did that here in Queensland, Australia your car engine would overheat and crack a head gasket in about 5 minutes. 🤣

[@PyczastyNiechCośWrzuci]

I pray for Natasha every day. Subscriber from Poland

[@Daveaaaaa]

Most of the subscribers are from Western countries like myself and I'm really embarrassed by a lot of the comments wanting to boycott or criticising Natasha because of Putin's actions. Really idiotic if these are genuine comments. We've all watched this channel long enough to know she would be against this military action and is a liberal, fair minded woman who does not watch or believe the state television propaganda. In this instance I hope these comments are really not my fellow westerners but fake comments. And don't keep prodding her to comment and make herself a target - these are dangerous times.

[@martyjames6204]

well said

[@fxaman]

I just saw your post on Instagram. That took a lot of guts to post it. I applaud you and hope you stay safe. Russia needs more kind hearted people like you 😘🍀✌️

[@LScouser8]

Yeah it was, I was shocked she had the balls to use the hashtag

[@John-gv2ug]

Very interesting Natasha. Thank you for being adventurous enough to bring these cultural insights to us. Your sardonic humour is always a winner. The only abandoned buildings near my small town (population 5,000) in rural South Australia are a few old farm houses from the late 19th and early 20th centuries and an old cricket change rooms at a sports field that hasn't been used for 50 years.

[@NatashasAdventures]

Interesting! When I imagine such places I think how cool would it be to film movies or music videos there :)

[@williamswenson5315]

She is quietly sardonic, isn't she?

[@MrStandbyer]

Ohh mate, in Brizzy there is an abandoned leprocy quarantine town on an island :D But the best UE place on the east coast is the South Molle Island at the Whitsundays, there is a spa resort there that got spanked by Cyclone Debbie and its just catching dust ever since.

[@gregw988]

In Perth it is the CBD after 6pm.

[@peteraschubert]

@@gregw988 Stop it (lol) Perth's lovely - most CBD's get abandoned after dark - the nightlife in Perth is in Northbridge - big cities are pretty much all alike.

[@ron3308]

Hi Natasha, thank you for everything you've shared with us, including your perspectives. I'd like to echo what many others have already said: that we hope you are safe, we understand if you can't post right now, and we hope that global affairs improve soon. When it is safe to resume posting videos, we all look forward to hearing what you have to say.

[@alainadacosta1222]

Thinking of you during this time and sending well wishes!

[@stillhere5651]

Очень приятно видеть, какое разнообразие видео ты создаешь и как люди отзывчиво комментируют и делятся своими маленькими фактами и историями ^^

[@natecollogan9373]

I love this

[@diniciacci]

Google translate for international readers: "It's great to see the variety of videos you create and how people are so responsive to comment and share their little facts and stories ^^ "

[@kristinamarshall6386]

Natasha thank you for sharing real life in the Russian far East. I lived there many years ago, and I feel like I'm home when I watch your videos. I am sending prayers for you and many others who are caught in this nightmare.

[@hortonharry3492]

You tube video: "Russia is split in two/Cancel Culture Introduced" -Inside Russia- the blogger -According to the guy, the blogger that is, for this channel, his name: Inside Russia, ----- Natasha's been targeted by the Russian authorities. Her channel, or live stream has been shut down. As well as other bloggers from Russia. He is getting pretty worried, going as far as stating, the situation could be getting very serious for Natasha and the other bloggers. Yet he has no definite information on Natasha's or any of the other bloggers status or situation. In relation to the Russian authorities. I haven't viewed the whole video of his and I'm hoping nothing bad or harmful will happen to Natasha, still holding out hope things will resolve peacefully and rationally with whatever situation she is in. At the 1:04 mark of his video, he starts to give info on Natasha's channel being shut down. I'm praying for Natasha's well being.

[@DaddySizeIt]

@@hortonharry3492 It looks like the video you referenced was taken down.. but I did sub to his channel as well. Thanks.

[@hortonharry3492]

@@DaddySizeIt He was getting fairly worried about the whereabouts and well being of Natasha and pleaded to her to get in contact with him in order to let him know she was safe. if she could do a short video in order to let her followers know that she is safe, that would be great. The Inside Russia guy has not said whether she contacted him or not. At least in any of his recent videos. His name is Konstatine and he knows very well how Russia operates .Her friend Zack the Russian manged to leave Russia. He protested the war in a march with other Russians in Moscow and managed to outrun 6 policeman during the protest. If he were caught he could have been looking at 15 years in prison, if not more. Hes now out of the country and he has videos up about his recent experiences.

[@odins_claw]

Missing your quirky travel/life log. Your unusual but sharp insights to life always make me smile, which is a priceless commodity these days.

[@sumpterino]

I've always found abandoned buildings to be eerily fascinating, especially old abandoned governmental buildings for some reason

[@williamswenson5315]

Try wandering through an old mental hospital at night for eeriness.

[@Damien-Alexander]

Take care of you. Best regards Damien from Sweden. So sad everything thats going on and I hope you are ok.

[@letter203ify]

I could watch these historically narrated videos all day. Sometimes these types of videos stir up very interesting discussions that lead to the betterment of the community. At least the subject is brought to the table, if nothing else For those that lived during Soviet times, these buildings bring back nostalgia.

[@dr.OgataSerizawa]

The buildings are nostalgic. Nostalgia is always present. Like hope or love or fun. Just saying….. Have a great weekend! Stay warm….🇺🇸 ✌️ 🇷🇺 ✌️ 🇺🇦 Edit: I checked out Alyona on your site. What a beautiful voice. Thanks!

[@thiagocosta4825]

Natasha, I hope you are ok! Thank you for your amazing work. Stay safe.

[@kaymeinhold]

Hi Natasha, I love your content and hope there will be a future with peace and freedom again. I guess the current situation will make your life much more difficult. Hope you stay safe.

[@NeverTakeNoCut-offs]

How does it feel to live in the most hated country in the world?

[@DS-mm6fh]

@@NeverTakeNoCut-offs America???? Well not great cause ya know we have an installed Joe biden f#kking things up at every turn....... so yea

[@kaymeinhold]

@@NeverTakeNoCut-offs What do you expect her to feel? The Russian people can't do anything for their own freedom. Now they have also to be helpless regarding the freedom of another people. Putin is doing everything to destroy the future of the Russian and Ukrainian peoples. And all Russians can do against it is to protest and to go to jail or worse.

[@NeverTakeNoCut-offs]

@@kaymeinhold I would hope that she would feel deep shame and a modicum of responsibility. Demonstrate against that monster. He is not a god.. Fight to remove him.

[@kaymeinhold]

@@NeverTakeNoCut-offs Well, as German I have young German girl in mind, speaking loud against the German dictator back at the end of the fist half of the last century. I guess everyone knows she was executed for speaking her mind. It's easy to talk about sacrifices but even the Unites Staates is holding back with sanctions against Russia. If Europa and the USA can't act why do you expect Russians to become the new Sophie Scholl?

[@dannaclaus]

Hi Natasha, love and health to your family. I have been watching your blogs for a long time now. Great presentation Thanks for sharing your stories of Russian life. Good for the world.

[@sunline24]

I want to tell you, I still love you and don't think any less of you with the war going on. I with you only the best and hope you will still post videos. A fan from the USA.

[@westernpigeon]

Hey Natasha, really miss your videos. You might be receiving hateful messages/comments, but I just want you to know that all your real supporters know that you dont support what Russia is doing. You don't have to speak on it. We understand and we know that not all Russian people believe support Russia during these times. I'm American and I love my fellow Russians. No hate, all love, and i hope you're doing well during these crazy times. take care! p.s. don't listen to the negative comments/messages you might be receiving.

[@domlesombred6844]

This was a really good video, amongst the best you've done so far. I am still a little bit speechless, maybe the contrast between the peace, white and quiet snow nicely recovering a maze of darker concrete, emerging here and there. But not only that, the video is complete, with exploration, presentation and interviews, people talking about their neighbourhood. That was great, thanks again :) Keep on the good work.

[@agnosticbeliever138]

I'm upvoting for your courageous risk-taking! It is hard not to adore you. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.

[@HoosierHawk]

Natasha, I wanted to come out here to say how much I love your videos. I can tell you and I'm sure you're aware from the time spent here, the average American does not hate the average Russian. Please do not think that we hold the actions of governments against the governed. I only wish the best for every Russian and that all peoples everywhere can live and speak freely. Love you girl. Good luck. Stay safe.

[@johnjorgensen8009]

Hoping and praying you are safe during these challenging times. You are a lovely young person, and I have enjoyed learning from your videos.

[@bearsagainstevil]

you make me want to visit spaask you should be a tour guide , your town is lucky to have you , best wishes from uk

[@Palimbacchius]

I suspect he may not have had enough teeth to bite into an apple.

[@HPCthulhu2011]

@@Palimbacchius Satan hands out apples, he was crapping his pants.

[@Palimbacchius]

@@HPCthulhu2011 Is that a Russian folk tradition?

[@maxhirsch7035]

Hi Natasha, just wish to offer another voice of support- those of us who follow your channel understand that you are a peaceful person with good intentions and a citizen of the world. I hope that you do not suffer too much (and wish that you didn't have to suffer at all) for what others are doing!

[@makebelievestunt]

I loved 'The Pillars' -- I've seen actual outdoor artworks that looked worse. Great video overall of some pretty cool places.

[@dimonddust4318]

I know exactly what you are talking about xD

[@hedwig86200]

Warm Greetings from Belgium and I which strength for you and all your friends who love Peace and friendship without borders. Love your videos Natascha they are honest and nice.

[@redl1ght1]

Thank you for being a ray of light in these dark times.Amazing channel .

[@81OH4Z4RD]

Seeing posts disappear from the Community section is concerning. Hope you're safe Natasha.

[@adamd.philips7657]

You know.. I didn’t really like my country. I live in Japan and it seems to me that Japan is really a depressing country and people here are also depressed from harsh working conditions. I wanted to get out of this country as soon as possible. But thanks to your videos and your positivity, I started find something cool in my neighborhood as well as my country. There are many museums or historical temples I can visit and there is food that I wouldn’t get if I lived in other countries. Thanks to you I now can find little happiness in my country KEEP UP WITH YOUR GOOD WORK!!

[@Soccer333bc]

Watching Abroad in Japan should also help you feel better about where you are. There's a lot of cool stuff in Japan.

[@drkpocoyo]

I live in Vietnam and i love both Japan and Russia !

[@darrencorbett9883]

stay safe mate, things must be pretty weird for you right now, and you may not feel comfortable or safe expressing your feelings regarding the current situation, and you dont have to say anything at all when you post next. We know your pretty cool. stay safe!

[@Markus_P]

Thank you for changing the name of your channel. We got the message. Even though its hard for you and all people living in Russia to speak openly, the world and especially your government needs to hear your opinion on what's happening.

[@diniciacci]

I also appreciate it. But it's time, their own people, take a stance against the madness of their own leader. People is dying. Changing a channel name is not enough.

[@timothygormley1305]

@@diniciacci -she's a kid, the age of my daughter. What do you want her to do?

[@DS-mm6fh]

How r they going to hear it ??? Don't u know Russia has a stand alone internet , I'm sure the man did pull the plug on the outside world

[@Markus_P]

No, the Internet in Russia is strongly censored, but it is (still) available. The main issue for me is a payed army of trolls trying to make it look like the people of Russia are with Putin. I strongly doubt it. I would really appreciate if we, who not live there, would continue to communicate with people in Russia and encourage them to speak out "stop the war". I know that even these words already created a lot of trouble to many Russians. But they cannot arrest everyone!

[@alfredwilson3915]

@@timothygormley1305 she's been to University, she's no longer a "kid". She's the same age as most Russian soldiers in or near Ukraine and Russians her age who don't like what Putin is doing have as much voice to take action to enact the opposite affect of what Putin is attempting. Right now it's about good vs evil which will require change and a youtube channel that continues pumping out the virtues of Russia is nothing more that propaganda. Conversely a youtube channel from russia that actually reports on atrocities being committed in Ukraine helps circumvent the controlled putin propaganda currently being fed to Russians. It would be disingenuous to those who've died and world for that matter for any channel like this to only show russia in a good light.

[@JustJ-Me]

Hello from the 🇺🇸 USA 👋🏻. Your channel was suggested to me and the first video I watched was in regard to Americans and their "smiles" & "small talk". I found it amusing and interesting to hear your perspective about both sides. Your English is great and I have enjoyed your humor. You're very beautiful as well. I have a love and fascination with architecture and old buildings (including tags/graffiti). I love to see churches and cemeteries outside of the U.S. I really like seeing the history that makes Russia what it is/ has become. I feel our country is rather boring other than perhaps the nature you find in various states. I'm from Northern Utah- closer to places like Las Vegas, Nevada and California if you need some familiarity as to what region of the US that is. I subscribed after the 2nd video I watched because I very much enjoy your personality and how you explain things/ show us your perspective of the USA and Russia. I'm glad you were able to come visit our country. I've always had a fondness of Russians (and other cultures). It's difficult to say I would like to visit at this very moment considering what is taking place, but for years I definitely imagined how amazing it would be to visit the vastly varying areas of Russia and getting to know and understand Russian life and people better. Please keep making videos if you are able and of course I wish you safety. 🕊❤🕯💪🏻Peace, Love, Light, Strength, and Safety to 🇷🇺 Russia, 🇺🇦 Ukrainians, and everyone affected by the so-called "Special Operations" thanks to Putin. *Know that the majority of the World is concerned for both Russia and Ukraine.* We know the people of Russia are not their "leader". Very glad your channel was recommended to me. I wish I knew you personally. You have a great personality. Take care 🤍

[@mikejvasquez76]

I really hope that she's doing okay. I hope too that this won't be her last video here on youtube. Love all of her videos.

[@Slapgaat]

Thinking of you, Natasha. Please stay safe.

[@terapode]

Natasha if you are getting hate messages, don´t worry, just keep posting. We love you. Take care.

[@sandygee1927]

I hope you are well Natascha. I also hope to see more of your adventures when the world stops being crazy. You take good care and stay safe.

[@freddyspanish2697]

I live in Southwest Germany and most abandoned buildings there are foundries, steelworks, and coal mines. Mostly inside it looks as if the workers have just left. Some have still security. Older people are sad because they have lost their jobs there, the younger ones know no differently.It's like history to walk around in for me.

[@Alexander_2525]

Ich lebe auch in Südwestdeutschland 😉

[@witcheater]

Well said, and so true: "Older people are sad because they have lost their jobs there, the younger ones know no differently." I now one of those "older" people have just withdrawn from all the hoping and wishing that I had instilled into me as a child by the societies at large. I think now that I better for doing so... I feeling much more stable psychologically and emotionally. However, just ten-ish years ago I was living in and around Youngstown in the State of Ohio, many of the older 'Rust Belt" building had been repurposed to modern-ish industry shelters. Notice by me recently is that as the current old, San Francisco, is loosing its populous, Sacramento is booming in housing. I had no say in it happening, and that is disheartening to me... as some might say, it is saddening to this "old" man. It all plays out again and again, does it not?

[@bruceford7813]

Stay safe Natasha, don't end up in jail. We will be here in the future for you.

[@eefneleman9564]

First of all, I like the spooky 'Stalker' vibe music you've got going on, in just the right places. I seem to remember you did some horror-like shorts a few years ago on your other channel? Second, YES drone footage! Thank you so much. Funny to see your tags everywhere. I know you're not always pleased to be in Spassk, but this was a good video, also I think because of the interaction you had with other people. Those concrete pillars btw, they look like the pillars we must use in my country (NL) to build houses on. The ground here, which is 50% under sea-level, is very soft, so these pillars are pounded into the ground by a machine until they hit a hard layer, then the buildings are built on them (oversimplified it a bit).

[@NatashasAdventures]

Yes, although I used a weak SD card and got bad quality :( I'll try to make 4k next time. Thanks for the explanation! That's what I thought, but it's confusing why these pillars have different height.

[@yux.tn.3641]

i'm playing stalker right now...its got a difficult learning curve at the start but enjoying it now

[@richardrawson9430]

@@NatashasAdventures The pillars might be bearing piles that hit refusal (bedrock) sooner than expected.

[@eefneleman9564]

@@yux.tn.3641 I was actually talking about the Russian movie from the 1970's. Which is rather weird.

[@earlbrown]

@@NatashasAdventures Odds are they pillars are all the same length, just some of them hit bedrock at different depths. Oh yeah, it was very nice of you to offer that guy your apple. (even though he didn't want it. lol)

[@erlinggaratun6726]

I hope you are OK. I remember you said your family is originally from Ukraine. This must be difficult times for you all. Looking forward to seeing your next video on KZbin, hopefully not too far into the future.

[@schwaiger1309]

Me too…very concerning is that her Instagram seems to have gotten deleted. :(

[@michaelcorbidge7914]

The young folk of Russia are clued up on the facts by various means and not swayed by Kremlin propaganda. The young Russians who have protested are very brave .

[@jasongb5666]

To have the same President Forever and he still has at least 24 years to go .What could go wrong ? They way this so called army is going about with the naZi Z shit and the targeting of Schools and Hospitals is madness .They really want to kill Every single Ukrainian and this will likely go on for months .UK and US must attack Russia to kill as many Russians as possible is the only way out and it will be within hours .The military of Russia is a joke and the conscripts make it so .

[@sanriosonderweg]

@@michaelcorbidge7914 Said while clearly taken by CNN propaganda. Nulan and co are behind this disaster, and they never cared about the consequences, nothing brave about spending Ukraine down to their last man over ideology and corruption. @Schwaiger Trusting western systems is a mistake.

[@TheBigBad2]

@@sanriosonderweg Whomever is paying you to post this nonsense needs to get their money back. Not only is your English terrible and propaganda worse. Ukrainians are dying because the large incompetent military from its neighbor invaded it at the whim of and man whom has damaged his own nation and caused the deaths of thousands.

[@curtismorey2305]

I learn so much from your videos, Natasha. Thank you for making them. I live in a similarly cold region of the northern United States. It's interesting to a see a region similar geographically to mine, but so culturally unique - absolutely mesmerizing - particularly considering the history and tensions between our respective nations of birth. I wish nothing but the best for you and your channel! Stay safe; stay warm.

[@MrNootka]

All we can do at a time like this is hope that Natasha is safe. This situation is hard for civilians on both sides

[@danfg7215]

Natasha's videos are getting better, great drone footage. I like the walking up and asking questions to strangers the most.

[@schassis_eddi]

Poka Poka

[@PortAntissues]

You have a lot of fans of your work and personality in many different countries who are now thinking of you, worrying about you, and looking forward to the time when the situation will be more favourable for you to continue. You have done a great job in showing the stereotypes of your country to the outsider are oversimplifications. Unfortunately other forces are at work reinforcing the negative side of the picture and turning the clock back to the time of these zabroshkas. Stay safe Natasha and may the dark days pass and optimistic times return.

[@GopherM]

My thoughts are with you and all the innocent people in Russia that are caught in the horrible events unfolding in the East. I hope you stay safe and that sanity is restored soon for all of us.

[@HashiAkitaPuppy]

There are no innocent people in Russia, they are all complicit in the destruction.

[@treepruner2]

Please keep posting. All your subscribers support you and your videos.

[@owl_of_minerva9675]

All our support for you, Natasha!! We hope, you can sustain your truely liberal and peaceful message. Stay strong!!❤☮

[@cmallett]

Another fantastic vlog Natasha! I love how you stop to chat with the people you meet along the way, you have a great personality for such spontaneous journalism. I always learn something interesting from your vlogs❣ For example the water testing crew was so random but informative, and only someone like you would happen to stumble upon them! I was slightly nervous when you started walking on the ice lol😄 Looking forward to your next video as usual!

[@b.h.7423]

Great comments agree10000%

[@peterwesthe-his5508]

Hope you're staying safe. My students and I are looking forward to your commentary upon your return.

[@Goat-on-a-Stick]

We love you and miss your videos!

[@PadreDProductions]

I am quite impressed by your large English vocabulary. I'd say you have a bigger vocabulary than a lot of Americans LOL. Also your use of sarcasm is perfect and always cracks me up. You are doing a great job thanks for posting and showing us a different view of the world!

[@psyphiroundup8728]

I LOVE when you interview other people about what life is like there. It is fascinating! Do more interviews!

[@vprwave]

Yes, very much so. And how she immediately offered an apple to a stranger she talked to, is an unplanned spotlight of her good traits and character.

[@kenlansing1216]

In Western Canada you wouldn't find as many derelict factory buildings in one area because they'd usually be knocked down sooner than those buildings. Then again there wasn't as much manufacturing here. Also, wherever there are boys chipping ice or throwing snowballs there is hope.

[@nsick]

Thank you for all the work you've done to show us what it's like in your part of the world. I've enjoyed watching and I hope that your channel continues!

[@TheOdieD3]

I just really like a true Russian insight on Russia. My family and I would love to vist one day. Our countries are so much more than our fool governments. Be safe little sister. Can’t wait to see how your productions develop! They keep getting better. Peace

[@QuinnOfBritain]

We love you, I hope you make it out of this frightening stuff safely. I hope this all calms back down ):

[@Phiyedough]

I live in rural Croatia and there are a lot of old ruined houses, part built houses etc. but they are mostly not entirely abandoned. Quite a lot of the houses people live in are only partly finished. Sometimes just the lower floor is completed, upstairs there are window openings with no frames, bare brickwork etc. Often the empty houses have been inherited by family members who sometimes go to cut the grass, harvest fruit trees or whatever.

[@timotb1]

It's not your fault Natasha. I enjoyed watching your channel and still do.

[@frankb1]

Stay safe Natasha!

[@thuleappinger4316]

Hi Natasha, we know you and your situation. no need to proof anything. Stay safe.

[@dotdashdotdash]

Rating abandoned buildings! Great idea. I like the comfort rating too 😸

[@bradbailey3235]

I have watched your channel for some time. I hope you are staying safe during these times.

[@robertjenkins6132]

We have these abandoned buildings in the USA also, especially in places that are affected by urban decay or blight, like parts of Detroit, MI and Camden, NJ. Also some shopping malls are becoming ghost malls as people switch to online shopping. As a kid I lived in a rural farming area and I would sometimes visit abandoned houses. I never knew the stories behind them. Sometimes people think of the USA as a wealthy nation, which is not without truth, but not everyone shares in this wealth, so if you look under the facade you will find lots of poverty and decay in the USA (in some places).

[@grantfahlman1815]

Robert, you are absolutely correct about that. And one of the other serious, but not as obvious, negatives of that is how it is affecting the politics in your country. As more business abandons the wealthier nations for third world/cheaper wages, etc. that has serious implications for those of us here in the so-called wealthier nations!

[@nole8923]

@@grantfahlman1815 That’s only because too many of us vote for politicians that take corporate money and don’t represent the people

[@eah8101]

Prosperity in the US today is due in large part to the fact it can create as much of its currency as it wants, and experience few serious consequences (although inflation is starting now) -- once the rest of the world stops tolerating this money printing and finds an alternative to the USD, the US will not be so wealthy anymore

[@FixitFrank]

Camden NJ is basically all urban decay.

[@JayaMadhavadas]

YES,,The USA Has Terrible HUGE URBAN Decay in Most USA BIG - Cities and Abandoned Homes--abandoned Factories,,, ITS A MESS---Chicago---Philly New Jersey,,,Detroit,Baltamore,...Small Towns ruined-,Etc... 1,000"s Of Homeless Americans too.... Rising Crime ! Unemployment and Poverty and------ Thats America for GOD SAKES !!! in 2022

[@gonace]

The pillars are a type of foundation called deep foundation that transfers building loads to the earth farther down from the surface. I wounder what they planned to build there!

[@williamswenson5315]

Below the frost line?

[@gonace]

@@williamswenson5315 Pile foundations are quite common in places with continuous permafrost. I've seen this when traveling to places like Якутск (Yakutsk).

[@chadsimmons6347]

What she called the "plates" were unused concrete pre-cast wall panels designed for multi family or office building, possibly barracks for military living, it's not the cheapest type of construction, but a crane can set those panels very quick, the building is done fast.

[@williamswenson5315]

@@gonace yeah, that was my suspicion when I saw them. Grady at Practical Engineering covered it in his foundations video.

[@williamswenson5315]

@@chadsimmons6347 That, and in a factory setting, economy of scale would bring down the price per slab.

[@storybookfibers]

love your walks around Russia and showing us real life there. thank you. the only time i've see a lot of abandoned buildings was about 15 years ago when driving on the way to Ensenada, Baja Mexico. There was the ocean, and then a lot of what looked like high rise condominiums right next to the ocean that were never finished. One after another. I was told the funding was not there to complete them due to the economy at the time. It seemed eerie and desolate.

[@dennisfitzgerald8486]

don't stop making videos Natasha if you can, I will check often to see if you have posted, you are a good woman

[@stelmo502]

Natasha is safe and well.And communicating to friends. She will be making video soon( when ready).. She is complying to all laws and making sure she wont get into trouble.. OK. Put yourself into her position.. So many lovely comments.. Watch her youtube friends for more info.

[@gillesspony4264]

Hello everybody I know for sure that Natasha has been prevented from vloging (info from Konstantin vlog): apparently she is not the only one in this case!! This is all very sad news but not surprising. Support to you Natasha! We all know that you don t like war! Stay safe!

[@blue-fj9ky]

I have a feeling that we in the West my never get a chance to share our common thoughts and experiences with you again, Natasha. So I want to say thank you, you showed very nicely how we're all the same human family. I wish you the best!

[@carah4654]

Hi Natasha, I have been thinking of you. You have always had a journalistic channel and a powerful voice. I know you have so much more to share with us and I hope someday you will be able to when it is safe. Please take care of yourself during this time. I know this war does not belong to you. 🕊

[@paulos9900]

Hope you are ok Natasha. I'm so sorry for all the unkind comments that people are sending your way for something you had no control over. Just know that most people don't think that way.

[@timothygormley1305]

Hope you’re ok kid

[@mjg3272]

@Paul Smith, as of about a week ago she seemed to be okay. Made a post on Feb 27th on one of her other SM.

[@encapsule2220]

I dont see a single unkind comment

[@chiane1968]

Where are the unkind comments, other than in your imagination?

[@paulos9900]

@@chiane1968 There were many very hostile comments when I left my comment. It's hardly surprising that Natasha wouldn't just leave those sorts of comments up so I imagine those sorts of comments got deleted by Natasha. I can't see the same comments now including some of the 1s I responded to. They were Saying things as basic as "murderer" to others saying this was a Russian propaganda channel. Some saying they would be unsubscribing over the situation. So no they weren't in my imagination. And it wasn't just a handful..... it was about 1 out of every 3 messages or so that were like that. You didn't even need to scroll down to find them when I made the comment.

[@recondrone1776]

When I lived in Louisville Ky. USA as a teenager we explored a big brick and steel warehouse parts of it was still used as a scrap yard and storage and one huge room had a old Soviet Yak 7 fighter plane stored in it..it was totally intact but you could tell it hadn't flown in decades. Sure would of liked to known the history of that old plane and how it ended up in America!

[@RussianMermaid]

It is interesting, how the situation is changing to the better in my hometown. Watching this video, I realized, that we have nothing to complaint about...There are almost no such buildings here now, even though there were a lot of them, when I was a teenager. We used to make photoshoots in front of them, and now there are new apartment blocks on that place, there was an abandoned building called "Moryatnik" ("A Marine building", called like this because of its round windows), where all the local rockers and goths used to spend their time, but now it is totally closed and is going to be ruined (or is ruined already), because the place where it is situated is going to be turned into the second part of the park "Razdolie" with kids' playgrounds and a water-park.. Oh! And the abandoned Soviet toilet at the embankment was turned into a restaurant! 😆😃😅

[@reginaorial7537]

LONG LIVE RUSSIA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@midnightmilo]

No idea which direction history is going to take Natasha. Just wanted to say you are loved, one day it will be over.

[@FredPement]

I always look forward to your new videos. I love your humor, "now who could have made this graffiti?". Very cool editing and drone shots. It's fun to hear about your teen-age adventures.

[@faeriehearthwitch6185]

Oh, you take such risks! Be careful! This was super interesting. Yes, we have abandoned buildings in the USA, though they type and amount depends on what area. Many are taped off, meaning you cannot go inside, it is dangerous (floors might cave in or roofs come down) and they get demolished. Others are newer businesses that are empty because no one wants to pay the expensive renting fees, so they stay empty for a long time. Also in many places are the old malls (there are cool pictures on the internet of them you would probably like) but homes, old mills, old schools usually get taken down fairly quickly once the land is sold to someone. They clean everything away and build something new on it, be it a fancy house, apartments or a business/restaurant! When I was young I used to play in an old abandoned barn with the neighbourhood kids, but the town eventually tore it down, worrying we would get hurt. :( Graffiti on buildings is mostly seen in the cities, but not out in the suburbs or countryside.

[@ecamormex]

Natasha, many people around the world love you and what you do. I hate all the xenophobia directed at Russians. Please know you are cared about. Is there any way we can help? Hugs.

[@stevenwillie2782]

We hope all is well for you. Stay strong Natasha.