Mars in the Urals, Yekaterinburg and Russian farm in Sverdlovsk region

In this video I set off for a big trip in the Ural region of Russia! My destination #1 is the city Yekaterinburg - the fourth largest city of Russia. We will explore the city, go to the rehearsal of the Russia Day and head outside of the city to find the Red Planet in Russia. The locals call this place in the Ural mountains “Mars-in-the-Urals”, as it looks like another planet.
Say 'hi' in the comments and tell me what other places I should make vlogs about in Russia ;)
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[@antoniodimascio5340]

I am of Italian heritage born in Cambridge UK I love my Italian anthem 🇮🇹 when I hear the English anthem I do not feel any feelings but when I hear the Russian anthem I feel something good about it I do really love hearing Russian anthem I think that I might had some ancestors that were Russian maybe ciao dolcissima

[@marysemazeres1430]

thank you for your humour, and the nice videos of Russia, I love it. From France, south west, mild climate.

[@relaxwithgriffin5393]

I taught myself Russian and to help with those studies, I traveled to Yekaterinburg 3 times to stay with a Russian family, in one of the standard Russian apartment complexes - nicest people on the planet - the city was also nice - some interesting sights to see. Love your videos, Eli - thanks for these.

[@fdoguerrasanles]

When I was living in Argentina I had a friend fromYekaterinburg. Her name was Anastassia and we called her Tashi. Her Spanish was almost perfect. Once we met at the house of an italian architect and we noticed that we were all aliens from Argentina. A group of foreigners in a distant south american country. She was going to travel to Russia then so she has to get through half a world to reunite with her family and fellows there. It's a very nice memory to remember

[@4Him4u2]

You strike the perfect balance of providing information without providing too much information. And, you are so pleasant to listen to. Thanks for posting.

[@josephng7180]

Yes, we do have the "fluffy feathers" in Vancouver, it is coming from a tree called Cottonwood tree and it comes in springtime. I find your channel a week ago, it is very good and very informative, you give viewers a positive idea on Russia. Keep up the good work, I will watch all your videos.

[@greattubing2880]

Hi Eli! I'm Italian, and to answer about the poplar cottonwood trees, in the whole region about 2 hours from Venice, every year it gets full of cottonwood fluff, we're talking about lots of it, like one meter in the span of ten days, imagen the mess. It goes everywhere! Keep on tracking Young lady! We love your channel. Ciao!

[@haifaisrail2016]

Very good video! I lived in Sverdlovsk - Ekaterinburg from 1957 till 1999. Now I am living in Israel. I am glad that Ekaterinburg looks so beautiful ! Old buildings are kept in good shape and a lot of wonderful new buildings! Thank you for the video. You do a good job to show real Russia to people worldwide!

[@Graysentinel]

So far this could be my favorite Russian city. So open clean and airy.

[@Manoel_Manolo]

I’m sure Russia is so diverse that what you choose is amazing. You have a special gift to do these videos that I love them do much.

[@sallysampson628]

I can’t suggest a specific area to visit, but please don’t stop!!! This is fun geography!! It wonderful to have this opportunity to learn about your country!!! I love your vlogs wherever you take us. I think you’re a fantastic representative for all things Russia and allow the outside world see the real way of life as much as possible!! The Russian government should pay you!! Keep it coming!!!! 😃🌻🍦🥰🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️

[@dublinlassdana6544]

I discovered your channel a few days ago and I have to say I absolutely LOVE your videos and the type of content you like to show. During this time of trepidation It helps to see how the average person in Russia lives. News reports can be so misleading (I grew up in the 80’s and 90’s I’m 47) and I know all too well about “fake facts”! I am in the US and I really enjoy learning about your culture, and there are many things I didn’t know! Thank you!!

[@Dina_2020_]

I just discovered your channel, and have been LOVING all the videos!! You are amazing 🥰

[@AmidaNyorai48]

😊

[@ElGato1947]

Agreed ! Eli always brings so much fun to her travels.

[@tinoutpin3032]

Hi, Eli what you let us know from Russians is very interesting, something I couldn't imagine at all. Thank you for helping us to know a great culture. One of the best in the world, as I can see they are proud of it. I'm suscribed already. Thank you again.

[@daleair2012]

In Canada we call them cottonwood. And yes, we have a lot of them. I never realized Russia was so beautiful.

[@devodootie]

I found your channel a few days ago & I’m thoroughly enjoying every video. This ‘martian’ area reminds me of areas in our western states, particularly Yellowstone National Park. I heard today that they’ve had so much rain the last few days that many roads & bridges have collapsed, some people are stranded. I hope & pray they’re able to rescue & evacuate everyone safely.

[@mshakir4400]

I really enjoy watching your show, thanks for sharing. This place in Urals look a lot like the landscape at Petrified National Park in Arizona USA.

[@sasharemez7459]

Eli I love your videos! Thank you for your work! Your videos are just so good

[@arts5980]

Thank you Eli for that wonderful tour of Yekaterinburg and the martial landscape. You are a very pleasant person to watch when you explain everything so beautifully. Thank you once again. I am from Sri Lanka

[@groeisterk]

Your villages and unending woods are awesome. Please do more videos on village life. Your thousand miles woods. I wish I could experience it. I think one of your woods are larger than SOuth Africa in total!

[@lujedeja578]

I love his smile 0:49 😊 You can see he’s living the best day of his life.

[@evl1536]

We usually behave more restrained and do not allow ourselves to be so vulgar. Maybe some bright event happened in his life and therefore he is all shining with joy?

[@RussianPlus]

Wow. You were in Yekaterinburg. Nice! Let me know if you are still here.

[@OY--2092]

@@ElifromRussia i would see both of you in the same video , keep it up guys

[@GwynBleys]

Oh yeah? Where is Lena i have something to tell her :)

[@archlich4489]

Yeltsin's home town!!

[@mickey1849]

Would like to see you and Slava team up and make a video together.

[@mickey1849]

Perhaps you can convince Slava to wear matching red tights when you two do a video together!🥳

[@AntonKramer]

In 2014 I have visited Manpupuner in the Urals (Komi Republic), But Russia is so immense it would take a lifetime to show the diversity of the landscapes and nature. ( during my next trip to Russia I want to visit Kamchatka) Great video for good vibes again Eli !

[@AntonKramer]

@@ElifromRussia And I am sure you will someday :)

[@sergz5810]

На Пупах были вертолётом? Если да - то вы 99% пропустили и не увидели! Пешком надо, хоть это и трудно.

[@jdmcarandmotorcycle]

@@ElifromRussia хорошо будет

[@balazskiss985]

@@ElifromRussia ships milk...funny

[@franciscomar123]

I just discovered you’re channel and I’m happy I did. There’s soo many interesting places in Russia that we get to discover thanks to videos like yours, great video thanks for sharing! Cheers from Canada

[@chrishughes1103]

Another excellent video Eli - thrilling landscape too, (and even those goats are sweet!)

[@MurfFJ]

Thank you for your time effort and skilled presentation of your travels and insights to your Country. I found them very interesting. Your command of English is great, I appreciate how much personal effort and time that took. I find you to be gracious, honest, clever and so very non pretentious. Informed and intelligent. Easy to learn from, Thank you. I love learning about Russia. There is more I'd like to say, but will save for another time. Thank You , you are appreciated. Love and Care from the U.S.A. God bless you.

[@michaelwilson2419]

You make wonderful, interesting, fun, and educational videos. Thank you. I enjoy them. You are very unique. Stay well and happy.

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

Magical place. The Urals must be so much fascinating but perhaps under some aspects less known by tourists. It could be one of the first places I would visit, as they are mysterious. Thanks a lot for the video

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

@@ElifromRussia Perhaps less visited than Saint Petersburg and Moscow. I may be wrong about it

[@muhammadjaveed7112]

Hi 👋👋🎉🎉🎉

[@jeffsea6490]

The Angel wings fit your persona perfectly,thanks for sharing beautiful interesting scenery Eli 👍❤️

[@pandoralechat780]

This is an amazing place! I have never seen such colors and formations. You are doing a fine job to introducing the world to the wonders of Russia, Eli. Thank You from New England USA ! 👍👍👍

[@janabraqims.b4064]

@@ElifromRussia hy how are you

[@naitamima8493]

See this link if interested in colors

[@gauchoparaguayo]

I like your straight forward honest style. Articulate English and lovely Russian accent. PS And you are gorgeous too.

[@jonathandavidyulian2677]

This is so beautiful. Thank you for the wonderful sharing. Especially in times like now.

[@nabamson2875]

Without spending a penny we are able to see new and beautiful places. Thanks for showing

[@samedwards6683]

Love your videos. Keep them up. I love seeing Russia through your eyes since I am not sure when I will be able to visit it again. Thanks so much 👍

[@siliqua4584]

Omg, on the 6:14 I can see MY HOUSE!!! Literally!!! I haven’t expected that at all!! Although I live now in Saint Petersburg, but I miss my hometown a lot😢❤

[@HitroLis]

Успехов вам в вашем деле, приятно видеть хороших российских блогеров.

[@peacefollower5026]

@@ElifromRussia hey Eli can you watch a video of "geography now Russia" plss bcoz in that video that youtuber mention a place in Russia where strange Rock formation is natural built and I love that pic 😍 maybe we can see a visual tour of that place by your channel Love from India 🇮🇳❤️🇷🇺

[@jeffsea6490]

*Thanks for sharing your beautiful smile and architecture Eli* ❤️👍

[@vdhazer]

Yakaterinburg is a beautiful city.

[@starshine6472]

I love how you often seem to choose outfits specifically for how their aesthetics works with the environments you visit. In this case, your flesh-toned top blends with "Mars" while your fire-red pants up the surrounding reds many notches, making you the clear yet harmonious focal point!

[@dennytejeda1950]

🧡🧡🧡🇷🇺What a magical place, very impressive!!!! The city of Yekaterinburg is very beautiful and the video What a magical place, very impressive!!!! The city of Yekaterinburg is very beautiful and the video Super nice ❤️❤️❤️

[@dennytejeda1950]

@@ElifromRussia ❤️🤗

[@cristinaelisabet9370]

You're so so cool! I love the welcoming vibe you give off it's like you're a friend. You should do big historical event timelines of the places you visit! Also you should go to the Karymsky volcano, and i think there is a cool lake next it. Love your videos!!

[@ianwattsOfficial]

Thankyou for sharing your experience with us 🐨🦘👈🤠👍💯💫☕🍩🫖☕ and in English too.. thoroughly enjoyable... Thanks from Australia 🦘🤠👍 ian, great video,, love the snow.

[@trevmacc]

great video ,learning a lot about Russia from your videos ,your live stream the other day was great as well ,you will have to surprise us with more because i never knew there was so much there ,i went to the bottom of a volcano in St Lucia in the Caribbean which had bubbling steam, water and sulpha and different colour rocks that was out of this world bit like that place

[@cordeliav3055]

Love your videos. I would like you to visit ALL the interesting places in Russia, safely of course.

[@sasharemez7459]

Планческая щель в Краснодарском крае в Северском районе, недалеко от станицы крепостной. Очень красивые горные места с шикарными видами природы и заброшенный посёлок паланческая щель.

[@AnnaGoodWolf]

The city looks so beautiful!!! Want to visit there!!! Thanks for video!!!

[@robertlalor8090]

Fascinating. Thanks for going to all this trouble to share it with us.

[@kennethblackwell1137]

Interesting pair of subjects: Yekaterinburg and clay mines. The city tour was nice though I've seen videos of it from RussianPlus, Slava on several occasions. The clay mines were wierd, certainly nothing like that I've seen before. Well done video.

[@gheorghevlad3889]

Beautiful presentation. Love Russia! Salut from Romania!

[@antoniodimascio5340]

It's beautiful I love Russian art and culture 🇷🇺💖

[@willpareto]

You're funny and relaxing at the same time. :)

[@juvenalrosales6764]

😮😮😮 Just another 👍 Great Super 😮 Interesting Video,,,thanks to Eli from Russia!!!❤😊🎉😮❤😊🎉😮,, Blessings to you Eli .

[@albertogallucci2305]

Thank you so much for this video, waiting for the next one when you'll be back from Mars 😁🤗

[@stanleytipsword9560]

I enjoy seeing the countryside of Russia. I live in a rural area in the u.s.

[@marcosramos4596]

Who was helping you film? They definitely deserve credit as these videos came out super good!

[@vicvukovic4931]

Another good show! As for your invitation… Could you please show us the city of VLADIKAVKAZ and surrounding areas? Being in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains, I am intrigued by the physical beauty of that region as well as the unique cultural diversity of its people. Located in Russia’s soft underbelly, it has an amazing history and I am particularly interested in its strategic importance as well.

[@roysweeney3527]

Eli: "I'm not married"... Every male watching: 😃 😍😍😍😍

[@user-ii2vi5hw3d]

The line is long and distinguished.💐💕💐🥰

[@ianrobinson8974]

13/09/2121 THANK YOU. Long time no see Kekaterinburg. I took a trans Siberian rail trip a good number of years ago. Most enjoyable. Lake Baikal would be a good subject for a vlog. Keep up the good work. Blessings and peace from the land of Oz.

[@torgeirbrandsnes1916]

Great vlog as always! How about a trip to Arkangelsk? There is also a russian town at Svalbard/Spitsbergen Barentsburg and Pyramiden. Keep up the good work!

[@leocalinawan8429]

Sensational humor you have! I was giggling for the most part of the vid... Could you make a video of the underground music scene of Russia? Thanks and stay your lovely self.

[@christhomson6153]

My favourite city, awesome video , big fan of Slava too (Russiaplus )..🤩😍

[@carldevries9108]

I live in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We have the stunningly beautiful Rocky Mountains only an hour west. We have prairie and badlands and forests close by. I have seen much of western Canada but never been east of Manitoba. Like Russia (gigantic), Canada is large and you could spend your life travelling it. I love to see different parts of Russia and central Asia.

[@yurav5109]

the major difference is that travelling in Canada is freaking expensive!

[@hershellacey9405]

But how expensive in Russia we'll never know unless someone tells us.

[@myrnaskogland1268]

Yes, North America has poplar trees, I am very allergic to the pollen and one place I lived was a small Saskatchewan town that had mostly those trees, I was always stuffed , so I moved. Love your channel, from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada

[@6NBERLS]

The Mars clay quarry looks like it would be a good place to take landscape photographs. These would be helpful in painting spacescapes. Spacescapes are landscapes set on other planets. I would like to see a painting of the quarry colors, and especially the water, set against a violet sky with stars and comets. Maybe a big blue star just peeking over the horizon.

[@uriengill]

Elon Musk can come here, and say he’s in Mars

[@tusongpinoy]

What a beautiful city and a amazing county side

[@turbinesunrise2230]

Thank you for sharing, Eli! Love and light to you

[@pile333]

You are perfectly camouflaged in that Russian Mars. 😄

[@user-bz3hw9ry8u]

@@ElifromRussia это у них такая шутка юмора?

[@johndean4912]

Hi Eli. What an enjoyable trip. The goats were fun to see. I really enjoy meeting people all over the world. U Tube has given people the way to go to places we would never otherwise see. John. Oklahoma USA

[@franciscoespiritu9020]

Oh my gosh!!! its quite beautiful. I love the places you been vlog.. I like to see more places in Russia.. keep safe Eli .. bye

[@pedromanzano3289]

Thank youu beautiful Eli :), great video

[@prunesquallor3444]

When o finally visit Russia, Yekaterinburg will be on the list for sure. I’m from the second biggest country, Canada so I know a thing or two about travelling great distances. You have an amazing channel with real good content. Ciao for now.

[@victorhugogonzaleznavarro2486]

AMAZING!!! THANK You!!! Suggestion: The point where Europe meets Asia in russian territory!!! 👌

[@MikeOxlong-]

Nice accent there Eli! That was hilarious!

[@MikeOxlong-]

@cheng liu You’re nothing more than a 共匪, or 五毛 if you need it simplified... Go back to the life you enjoy (smoking skin cigars) instead of directly insulting a beautiful, successful lady.

[@viktorgamasshkov5156]

Hello my love Ellie I am not new in your channel anymore because I came across to it around 3 months ago I've been enjoying very much everything you prepare for us these videos from you are like a real gift and I really love them and not only your content your videos your work but I am in love with you I love your Peace, I love the way you speak very calm and soft and this is what the world needs people who shares Peace Love and positive work please never stop sharing everything that our mother Russia gives to the world no matter how crazy people gets or think against our mother Russia no matter what the Western regime tyrant do or think Russia is our mother and will always remain strong and we will defeat all those who dare to challenge our beauty our peace our richness please take care and look forward for your next video I love you very much my beautiful red hair girl, 🤲🏼💓🌹💐😘💕😍😻❤️

[@joethegeographer]

Here in Grand Junction, CO, we have a similar, though much less, problem with fluff in the summer from cottonwood trees. We have thousands of acres of the same clay landscape here, at the 5,000 to about 6,000 foot level of elevation - they are ancient clay layers that have been eroding over millions of years. They are also very bare, with no plants, but very beautiful - and very hot this time of year.

[@hershellacey9405]

I think it's where bricks come from.

[@patriothawk]

When you come to the US please let us know, you are welcome any time !

[@revazikilasonia6971]

I love your color of hear)) P.S. As for the video and the "Mars", interesting and would love to visit it. Hello from Georgia(Грузиа)

[@antonr.5314]

Прикольное видео! Привет из Екатеринбурга!

[@simonsharp4696]

You're gorgeous Eli.....I love your videos x.

[@bchan9425]

Thank you for sharing

[@linkan4738]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@garryford4445]

I enjoy all videos you have. Bless you Dear.💗💗

[@OldCarsAreFun]

Make more videos like this, this is great to watch. Yekaterinburg and the Urals are beautifull

[@ronbell7920]

Discovered your "channel" yesterday, wow! Your English is great, as is your sense of humor. I am looking forward to watching more and I am definitely subscribing! Keep up the good work!

[@mikerhodes9198]

Thanks for taking us to Mars. 😃

[@Jonny1966]

Thank you Eli for Your Wonderful program ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🤝💖💖💖

[@chriswatchingponies9877]

I think you should do Kazan ! The capital of Tatarstan. Have you been there before ? I've seen videos about it. It's beaaautiful. I bet that you will love it. I'm binge-watching your videos because i'm a new sub. Your vids are fantastic. And you are a beautiful and fun travel guide) Sorry for all my comments. It means i'm interested and excited). Spasibo & Lyubov' !

[@andi.andersen3633]

Thank you for sharing your experience It was great seeing this strange place. Andi 👍😁☀️

[@joecapesius2887]

Very nice Eli! Thank you for sharing your country’s secrets 😊

[@Oxxxyeeee]

@@ElifromRussia yeah of course.. it's such a big country. I love your videos. I watch your videos as a Netflix series when I'm done finishing one video i play the next.you should share videos of some green mountains of Russia like in Switzerland and canada.lovr your videos so much 😍 Lots of love from Pakistan 🇵🇰.

[@markdelbrooke-jones9947]

Wow...so much to see in Russia...and beautifu!l...I have discovered a world that I didnt know existed!

[@greggy9786]

Eli u have a good sense of humour. Thanks for the tour.

[@darrenmarney8577]

That was awesome to watch Eli 😃

[@ajayr8781]

Thank you for showing beautiful parts of Russia through your mesmerizing eyes.

[@billtsirtsis7060]

Attractive city!

[@mehmetkurtkaya3106]

Wow Eli, very colorful, very well done video. You packed so much into a short video. Your editing and narration were great. İ really liked that Mars scenery, the goats, Ekaterinburg, the wings in the cafe and whatnot. Cool Russian Accent in the middle, a lot of details. Very harosho. Spasiba. As for the places to go, Russia is really huge İ can only suggest things that İ know from books or seen on KZbin. For example Shigir İdol could have been worth a visit in Ekaterinburg.

[@brk5590]

Gracias. Estan divertidos tus videos. Sigue asi! Saludos!

[@avelinobueno6873]

HI Eli, great vlogs you have highlighting the culture, sights and things Russian. Im watching from Toronto with interest to your upcoming vlogs. All the best.

[@imagrasshopper9510]

Much fun!! I would love to see the architecture in old homes and farms where rural communities are still active. Barns etc. Also old government buildings. Thank you for sharing. Always a pleasure!

[@treebeardtheent2200]

Such an adventurous spirit is refreshing and a little unexpected, but it would be a blessing to the world if you can keep it up for a lifetime.

[@treebeardtheent2200]

If you ever make it to the Big Island of Hawaii, the lava fields between the peaks (the saddle) has many square miles where nothing in sight is growing and nothing man made either. It seems like you might be on the moon there as the lava is old and crusty. Where I was the place was also not for tourists, but for US military training, but not high security. I think there must be ways for people to go there without much diffuculty and because there really isn't tourism money to be gained by it, not many people are likely to be there I think.

[@cimuraisampi]

thank you for showing this kind of unique place on earth.