SOLO CAMPING in Satan’s Castle (Gone Horribly Wrong)

[@fearlessandfar]

What do you think... Avoidable or no? Would you have ran? 🐉 The GPS location is on my Map: www.fearlessandfar.com/getthemap

[@Azathoth4444]

Your the best travel channel on KZbin.

[@mr_thamizh_traveller]

It is one crazy experience anyone could get in life..!! Huge fan from India…🤝 To answer your question, I really don’t know what I would have done if I was in your place. But I have a take away now.🙂

[@sagewilliams8434]

Hell yes I would have ran you made the best choice you could have in my opinion but sadly I think it not be avoidable the military has no choice but to use force if there is a treasure hunter or someone that wants to destroy their peace of history so in your case you just wanted to film the beauty of it but there's so many more that just want to destroy it for their own gain

[@arrow1-b2v]

I would ran away 😬😆👹

[@sagewilliams8434]

And thinking about it another night and it could have been the people who cut the wires and blowing holes in the side of the castle there shooting at you

[@madbuzz90]

Yeah the lesson is simple: if you’re gonna camp on what is obviously some kind of a heritage site, then check in with local authorities first, maybe?

[@shable1436]

Agree other cultures take it as disrespectful to set up camp at certain places

[@madbuzz90]

@@Luffy3713 explain the lighted road and the floodlights around the structure then?

[@i-am-your-conscience]

Yes I was suprised that a guy like Mike doesnt realizes it, when he has to ask. Always respect other cultures, and respect heritage and historic landmarks and so on

[@RobinBerglundmusic]

Still it is not ok to shoot at someone? He could piss on their familygrave, yes that i really bad but not enough for someobe to be shot at. There are laws in our world and even if someone breaks one of em youre not allowed to break another law (open fire at someone)

[@madbuzz90]

@@RobinBerglundmusic The security didn't shoot at him, they fired warning shots in the air. If they wanted to actually shoot him they could have easily done so.

[@leewolf6434]

This will be one of the best bar stories to tell when you’re older!

[@fearlessandfar]

I know right?

[@rickthebaker9379]

Lesson to learn? Don't trespass. You knew that what you were doing was wrong.

[@nightwolf8923]

If u survive

[@bevinsasnukawijetunga8768]

Yeah fax💯💢💥

[@earvonhisser2890]

What kind of tribal folklore exists? A local hustle? Was Satans castle a misinterpreted from arabic dragons castle?could shed light on why the shots were fired. It might be they saved yoass from something we are programmed to think off is crazy, it is was the nervousness in the cops laughs seemed made me edgy. I'm aware of the energies that gathers or can manifest at hotly contested pieces of real estate on a multi dimensional level.

[@maddg7471]

This is amazing. If you think about it, he was experiencing the same feeling of adrenaline as those who had battled there in the past. The same emotion in the same location, some thousands of years later.

[@john0770]

This comment needs more likes :))

[@malikmoore5723]

I'd have a whiskey with this chap.

[@rayfuckingrules386]

This is a trip to think about, maybe even ran up the same cliff with the same heart rate.

[@bopo900]

he was experience something. but hiding at your campfire is a different experience then fighting a war.

[@nevergiveupnevergivein7655]

Only not. It was staged. Fake bullshit by a KZbinr desperate to get clicks.

[@BoraKarasuMusic]

Hello, I am one of the local people of area. I watched your video and liked it very much. Devil's Castle has been destroyed by gold hunters lately. For this reason, the people of the region, out of a sense of protecting the historical monument, reacted with arms to prevent its destruction. It is protected by security forces. If you had reported it to the authorities, you would not have experienced this problem. Our country is safe and not prejudiced against foreign people. Welcome back to our country.

[@TiaraVannortwick-kk8rc]

😢

[@A.Girl.Has.No.Name.]

I understand why you might not want "locals" to know where you'll be... alone in the dark, in a dangerous spot, but in the future, letting the local authorities know where you'll be (& finding out whether it's acceptable for you to be there) is probably a good takeaway lesson from this adventure!

[@spencers4121]

Chance are he knew damn well it was illegal or at the least wrong, should be common knowledge that shit like this isn't kosher.

[@WhiteBoy1981]

Well said cause if that was real than that’s a dangerous situation to be in.

[@Cr1spyChiken]

Of course he didn't because he knew they would say hell no. Pretty obvious you shouldn't be camping at a heritage site like this. Extremely disrespectful.

[@kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537]

this is just weird why they would shoot a guy who is on a spot in the wilderness who calls the police ? or millitary ? this is weird maybe staged !

[@kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537]

@K2 jo i was talking bevor i watched the hole thing :D

[@conradrex7386]

I travelled Turkey in 1992 doing much similar. Came close to falling to my death a few times. It's a fantastic feeling for people from younger countries (Australia) to explore solo, such fantastic ancient sites. I also slept in caves in Cappadocia. And, explored the underground cities in Nevisihr (?) very dangerous alone. Group and tourist free travel is the BEST!

[@GitaristRodri]

Nevsehir :)

[@Weens]

I’ve read a lot of similar stories online. It’s bad enough to run into dangerous wild animals in the middle of nowhere, but to run into another human in such a desolate place…man is the scariest monster.

[@Shadoweknows76]

I ran into the Olympics to escape humans. I was with the cryptic and chose them over the humans. I grew up a hunter (never killed just enjoying the hunt and tracking skills, stalking and scaring people instead) and one thing people don't talk about, is when one hunter meets another by chance. There is a brief moment where the eye contact might be "I could kill you instead, nobody would know" or "sup?" With a friendly nod of the head. It's a dark world we live in.

[@informativemohit]

What a hell of an adventure. Man you’re inspirational I appreciate that

[@kc62301]

Lesson: Let the locals know what you are doing. Especially if you're camping in a place not designated as a public camping spot or exploring a place that is not often visited. The locals can tell you that something is not allowed (formally or informally not allowed) or that something will make people angry or upset. They can also warn you about dangers you do not know about.

[@nyrbsamoht]

if he did that - they would have said NO and he would not have had this great experience. no harm done. locals are crazy

[@Naganochilango]

@@nyrbsamoht you can't compare it with the mass shootings at schools in the US, they are the real crazy mother fckrs...

[@llRagingllDemonll]

Don't try this in other countries otherwise the people will know that u will be all alone at a very remote location. Even police is involved sometimes. So bringing 4-5 people with u is the best possible defense for remote areas

[@iwillhaveyourorder5174]

@@nyrbsamoht if no then no. for his safety and to protect the old castle from completely breaking down. what he done is considered disrespectful

[@Ks3N]

@@nyrbsamoht if this was done on one of the tribes heritage land/sacred lands in my country getting a warning shot is the least of your worries at best you'll have an intact corpse, governments such as ours wouldn't care less about you since it's a part of the tribes law and government has a law to respect their laws/ways etc.(but only applies on their lands)

[@browntubes]

my god castles blow my mind. especially ones like this. thinking about how folks managed to build walls onto the sides of cliffs like that without modern tools hurts my head. people throughout history really had some determination and a set of steel jewels

[@treeoflibertydefense8612]

They weren't distracted by cell phones and KZbin lol

[@anisaaurora4397]

If you still believe those castles & churches we build by horse & cart then you are still asleep!! They had electricity and far more superior machines than what we have now, even. It’s all lies what we have been fed.

[@justyuyun1557]

they more dedicated than people today . back then there's not much job you can have . so back then you throw money at them , they'll work for you . you constantly give money to them , they'll become your follower for life , they even died for you . that's show how simple back then .

[@Macferny]

@@treeoflibertydefense8612 in fact they were slaves,you are actually an slave to the system yet ,but with way more permission of freedom than the ones in the past.

[@browntubes]

@Automobile Addict they didn't have much of a choice did they

[@TREADtheglobe]

WOW Mike that was an amazing video and perfect story telling - we were on the edge of our seats watching it. So relieved to see you are safe - Sending much love from us 😀

[@Azelethros_OG]

Well, that was astonishing, and nice of them to treat you after such a scary event between you and the authorities. Definitely the lesson to take is that when traveling to any locales such as this, it is best to meet with local authorities and identify yourself and your intents. That way if locals call you in, they already have a way of contacting you and also will know that it is you and not what is reported to them. Stay safe in your adventures!

[@dellananjo4379]

That's a wise thing to do.

[@Lapistolera11]

They were so friendly! Awesome to see

[@Krass.Estranged]

The people commenting that they would "contact local authorities" before doing something like this are the same people who would never do something like this.

[@steviechampagne]

lmaooo this

[@user-ze6yk4sd5g]

Yes you're right, Because they're not stupid😂.

[@arjay981]

Yeah of course we’re not dumb

[@jamesdoakes4956]

Nah bruh I would definitely tell local authorities. You should ALWAYS tell authorities if you're going hiking or camping especially in mountain ranges. That's literally rule of thumb, what are usually even talking about?

[@Zach-bt2ky]

@@jamesdoakes4956 you’ve never left the states

[@aclau7]

Lesson is: If possible contact/coordinate with local town leader/authorities or tourist centers before entering local/national historical buildings/monuments.

[@aclau7]

@I'm Just Kyle i did that to annoy you🤣😜🤪

[@masterofnone1481]

@I'm Just Kyle I like them

[@Senorzilchnzero]

everyone is smart after the fact.

[@aclau7]

@@Senorzilchnzero False. If you’re a foreigner, you must check with that country’s law & policies.

[@masterofnone1481]

@@Senorzilchnzero nah man, most people know this stuff BEFORE they go out

[@thomas7770]

What an incredible story/misunderstanding. Glad you’re ok brother. You did the right things: extinguish all lights and fires, skedaddle away from the danger as quickly as possible, and call a local for help and the authorities. And you got decent footage while dodging bullets!!!!

[@fearlessandfar]

Thanks man! Next time I’ll interview a couple of the locals about the place too. It’ll be cool for the story, and also let them know I mean no harm 🐉

[@James-je2vy]

@@fearlessandfar how much does it cost to travel like you do, just finding ur own way?

[@chetbal]

Police probably shot in air to scare off the treasure hunter, rather than aim to shoot a person.

[@Doofyy11]

@@fearlessandfar keep us updated with the interview!!

[@user-uy6uc5ey5q]

@@chetbal No they were shooting at him. Turkish security forces have no problem killing people for trespass on historic sites.

[@WildWillieWiccan]

The lesson is to always check in with the local authorities or local inhabitants before heading into the ruins if you plan to stay overnight. Your fires give you away, especially if they are not in a sheltered area. Not sheltered by a roof {unless there is a chimney or hole in the ceiling} but sheltered around the sides or use a "prairie fire" in the ground with a tunnel from another hole to allow air to be drawn in at the level of or beneath the fire. That makes the fire safer to use, esp. in dry or drought conditions. The side of the fire closest to any wall should have on that side a mound or high stones to keep the fire from reflecting on the wall. Bandits or treasure hunters would have to get a lot closer to you before the fire would give you away. Hopefully you would see their flashlights or hear them before they see you, giving you time to kill the fire and hide. The hole that is 20 ft up a vertical shaft might have been the remnants of a chimney.

[@ConorKelly-cj7yj]

It's not a chimney, it's a murder hole

[@bigladgod1490]

the hole up the shaft was definitely where the castle defenders would dump boiling oil or boiling sand or huge stones on top of the attackers, its a staple of all castles

[@danielzamora7713]

I was stationed in eastern Europe back in 2015. we had a transport flight from Bulgaria to Romania and flew over a few castles just sitting on mountain tops in the middle of know where, doing something like this has always been a dream. I havent been able to get myself back to europe but I hope one day I can make this happen. God Bless, stay safe.

[@philhagoes9339]

This is why locals dislike "tourists, outsiders". You had a local contact, but did not get permission, or prior authorized approval from local village elders, etc? Their is a term for a local who paves the way, called a "fixer". The key is to use them before you get shot at, not after.... There is a fine line between FEARLESS, and dead.

[@melihaksoz]

Oh mate im really sorry for this experience. Im from Turkey/Antalya and my people has a problem with treasure hunter and the terrorists so thats why they was so aggressive in the beginning. Im happy that you just understand them and the situation its not get bigger i hope u will be safe on ur next journey.... Big love from Turkey and United Kingdom 🙏🏻

[@Sasha-us4lt]

the actual terrorist is ardughan

[@kylegray3838]

were they warning shots though or were they just gonna shoot at a person who was unarmed and potiently just in trouble, lost, etc? thats aggressive

[@vhollund]

@@kylegray3838 It's Turkey Basically the same dictature who helped USA arm ISIS

[@antoninsebera152]

First shot and later asking? Not sounds like civilized country to me.

[@LockStoppageSandwich]

Turks 🤮

[@pambeamon5417]

That was one of your scarier adventures! Glad it all worked out! Keep being you, Mike!

[@kudajingkrak4919]

Yea man... you should at least inform the locals that you're going camping there. interact with them, Talk to them a little. They may tell you about the treasure hunter if you did that. And if something happen to you, they might be the first to help you. You're foreigner in a foreign country.. being able to be there in their homeland is a privilege, not human rights. don't ignore the locals.

[@michaelbranham5854]

Not locals, just authorities. Locals can come rob you

[@misssophie4324]

@@michaelbranham5854 both the locals & the authorities!

[@ION400]

@@michaelbranham5854 Hhehh which means don’t ignore the locals

[@Austin-ud6oi]

Yeah if you visit a shithole country 💀

[@bintangdilangit3348]

@@michaelbranham5854 what??how bad your surrounding is to make you think local people will rob you? For me Asking local people for permission is very important they will be there to help if something happens and they will check if you are okay in the next day, As long as you are polite and follow the rules there they will definitely help. At least that's how the local people in my country

[@Prometheushighaf]

Bullets going overhead can often cause confusion not a reaction then when you realize what's going on, you react. Its understandable a moment like this spooked him.

[@arvinkeşfet]

It was a wonderful trip, a wonderful promotional film. Thank you on behalf of our country. We express our gratitude to you for showing these beauties to the people of the world.

[@MotosGoneWild]

This is the first video that I have seen of yours but you have gained a lifelong fan. It's always been a goal of mine to do what you do and I'm happy that your able to accomplish that. Great travels and stay safe my friend!

[@8-bitromance43]

The lesson I got from this is to not go to places like this without knowing some people in the country. If you hadn't had a friend to message things could have gone a whole lot different!

[@disbursingofficer]

Ya it might have been worst I think.

[@jenniferwilliams9548]

You're lucky to know your Turkish friend to vougue for you, and you are lucky that you're Canadian instead of American.

[@garlicandchilipreppers8533]

@@jenniferwilliams9548 Vouch = assert or confirm as a result of one's own experience that something is true or accurately so described.

[@jenniferwilliams9548]

@@garlicandchilipreppers8533 talk to text! Thanks for the lesson though

[@jenniferwilliams9548]

Even if It Wasn't talk to text, I still wouldn't have spelled it right either way lol

[@Addwater4444]

I live in France where we have a lot of Cathare castles, a lot of them in ruins, but we would be SO surprised to see someone just go up there and plant their tent!! It's like if we went to Central Park in New York and camped there or something! It looks 'wild' to you, but to us Europeans, it's a modern, well documented and organised tourist site.

[@jdiamond1952]

He’s Canadian.

[@Pineyhunter]

Unfortunately homeless and destitute already beat you to it. They camp wherever they want in Central Park, the sidewalks, in peoples yards….

[@brendanhatfield9484]

Like people don't camp in central park 😂

[@randalt212]

Here in Seattle, you can put a tent anywhere lol

[@everrhillstrom3293]

@@randalt212 you can even take over a police station if a pandemic hits and create your own “world”

[@michaelnaputi2596]

As a foreigner always let the local authorities know that you're exploring their beautiful country.

[@Youtubeuser-tn3qo]

I’m so glad you’re not a click bait title this was great

[@Lisahough4738]

Hello as a former U.S.Army Ranger who traveled the world I've found it's always better to inform authority's where your going to be at before hand ,so if any thing happens your covered plus for safety if you had fell and were in injured some one would come looking for you ,they would at least know your camping there. Remember always better safe than sorry !

[@Lisahough4738]

Thank you

[@danielbianchi3479]

Exactly correct! That’s what I do under certain circumstances!

[@barehandsbarehands2626]

Hello John , I am 30 years old this year and I still have not traveled out of my country or never been on a plain . I will never experience what you have , how did you do it

[@MoparMan1320]

That's a big "duh"....but point well taken, for the unthinking/inexperienced.

[@martinbladowski1312]

@@barehandsbarehands2626 Just save up some money and go for it

[@TeaTougaard]

What a amazing story. When you asked if in your video if I would have ran or stayed, i was thinking i would have stayed. Living in Turkey for 7 year and made alot of videoes from Turkey, I just knew, that 99,9% of the time, you just need to go to people, to solve the problem. But I understand you did what you did and all together is really is a unique story, which you got in camera.

[@kslinaz5668]

As you were setting up camp, my first thought was, "did you get permission first"? What a cool place!!!

[@AnovaLisaDragonfly]

When you looked out of that hole at 7:18 and showed that drop, my stomach lurched as if I were on a roller coaster. Breathtaking scenery though.

[@ladyloquitavida148]

Ha! It's 4:30 a.m. here in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and I'm watching this incredible adventure instead of sleeping! You did the right thing by running,...fight or flight, right? Glad everything turned out fine Mike! This was definitely a night you'll remember! 👍

[@fearlessandfar]

Haha, run and hide and live to be fearless another day 😆

[@la24dogg21]

Freaking same lmao / also I would have yelled out from under cover ( in all the languages of the area I can remember lol). "not a threat" or I'm not armed or something of the sorts , orrrrr done what you've done there sir and texted.. As of , what the main moral of the story I took away was " call the local athoritys whever you go and stay the night at prior to doing so( probably doesn't matter if your in the US or Australia, just call and keep someone +them posted 🤜🤛

[@ladyloquitavida148]

@@fearlessandfar ABSOFUCKINGLUTELY!!! 😉 😁 😁 😁 😁 (You have fans and a TV show to think about!) 🐉 We need you alive & well and fearless! 😉👍👍

[@Zuurhh]

Amazing to see them laughing and hanging out together after realizing the situation, the one guy even handed him his pistol

[@wumingkkk]

Respect the places that you are visiting. And since you already know it is a heritage site, it is simple respect that you inform the authority of what you are trying to do.

[@Lizzye33]

In case you are wondering, the holes above the castle were sometimes used for archers and dropping rocks, but that was not the main idea behind the holes directly above the entrances. In mid-evil times, this was built into the castle as defense, and to stop oncoming invaders of the castle, they would keep large containers of boiling liquid, often tar. When the enemy would get through, they would dump the contents of the containers onto the enemy, killing, disabling, and even blinding the enemy. Long story short, in addition to arrows, likely catapults at one time, soldiers, and whatever else they thought of over the years that this castle survived, it was the primary method in medieval times for large fortresses to protect those inside and the treasure should there be any.

[@k.v.7681]

Medieval. And no, tar and oil are a legend, and a bad one at that. You don't want to put burning tar anywhere near your fortification as a defender. Tar burns hot AND long, to the point of breaking down the mortar holding the stones together. In adition to that, it's EXTREMELY expensive. They tended to just boil water (any good castle has a well) or sand. Just as painful, way less expensive, less problematic for your own security.

[@Lizzye33]

@@k.v.7681 That is a very good point; I think you're right! What I mentioned above was what I learned by studying Midevil times in school, but the more I grew up, the more I knew many of the things they taught us were not as accurate as we were led to believe. Though at one point or another, it may have been the way I learned once, sand and water make a lot of sense, especially for the reasons you gave. Thank you for responding!

[@mhkuntug]

11:27 those are called "sucuk" or "orcik" in Turkish. And are one of the most delicious traditional desserts. Sometimes it's hard to find an original, because they are selling the ones made by instant sugar instead of "pekmez" (boiled grape juice) in the markets. If you find it in a local market try to ask if they don't use glucose syrup to make it. And here is a little information you might want to keep in mind about the gunshots. When you are away from the city up in the mountains, plains or near villages you mostly hear the locals shooting in the air after sunsets. It's to warn and avoid possible thieves, bandits or rascals in the area to tell them "there are people living here and it's a property". It's a way to say "I'm here". I remember my uncle shooting a blank gun in the air when we were staying for the night at our vineyard. It's also a way to communicate in the villages between long distances. Sadly treasure hunting is a thing villagers mostly experience. When you consider the British Museum has a huge collection smuggled from Anatolia the situation is more understandable. There is a history under your feet in every step you take. It was also funny when the soldier literally just put his gun in to your hand to comfort you.

[@sababolkvadze9816]

Thats georgian churchkela

[@vlknlvnt]

I've written the same comment under the Reddit post, and I write it here also. Even as a Turkish guy, when I decided to camp out in the wild, I always try to go to the local police at the nearest place and let them know who I am, the reason why I'm here, looking for a place to camp and leave early in the tomorrow morning. Even themselves recommend safe places around to not let me get myself into a trouble. Those gunshots didn't probably targeting the castle and you. They aim the air instead. It's very common habbit in Northern region (also in some other regions) of Turkey that people take their guns, move out in the wild at night and shoot at the air randomly. Also sometimes, to hunt. Its rarely cause any safety issues for other people around.

[@catsramazing444]

This is the most reasonable comment! I hope it was true though.

[@vlknlvnt]

@@catsramazing444 yw, yeah I've seen these type of guys well enough when I was out in the wild for camping. As I said, there've never been any safety issue. They've always just shoot their guns, walk around and leave.

[@catsramazing444]

@@vlknlvnt haha i commented that before watching the full video!

[@roslynbrace3491]

It's always a good idea to check with local authorities before going into places like this. Especially in other countries.

[@Greg042869]

It seems good practice to find out the identity and intent of someone before you shoot them. Otherwise I call it murder.

[@Driftking18]

@@Greg042869 no If you’re trespassing they have every right. Not you’re land THERE LAND. Just like if someone we’re to break in you’re home what are you gonna do just gonna let them, no. well atleast I wouldn’t you baby🤦🏼‍♂️.

[@Greg042869]

@@Driftking18 It's always nice to hear from a legal scholar.

[@V8ToYy]

@@Driftking18 such a dumb comment, no comparison at all. You are an absolute munter if you think those morons had any right to just start firing a gun at him first. Just a backwards way of thinking and behaving

[@lup7271]

@@Driftking18 murca

[@alexlyssiotis2842]

11:41 TRADITIONAL CYPRUS DESSERT CALLED ''SHOUSHOUKOS'' , Shoushoukos is a candy made with grape pudding and almonds and some times with walnuts. @Fearless & Far

[@bluecat1233]

The lesson is that when your staying in an isolated place like this you should let the local authorities know what your plans are and make sure it’s ok to first.

[@bassmasteraj37]

exactly what I was about to say. Always let locals know!

[@thykingdomcome7238]

Can we all appreciate the fact that Fearless & Far never disappoints us with his content.. 👍

[@fearlessandfar]

I try to find some fresh adventures for you all 🐉🙏🏻

[@nevergiveupnevergivein7655]

Yes he does. It's scripted and staged. None of it is organic and natural in what is being presented.

[@lisamaynard9304]

He's going to die doing this if he doesn't stop or go about things LEGALLY!! He's too afraid of being told NO to get the right paperwork to be at these sacred sites!!

[@nevergiveupnevergivein7655]

@@lisamaynard9304 if it were real, yes. But, it's not, so he won't.

[@BigIceMan315]

@@lisamaynard9304 And thats why he has lived through so many stunning adventures and you are watching him online. No hate, I am too but I believe he has more than enough experience and skills to make his own educated choices rather than listening to you...

[@nomadasaurus]

Dude, that was one wild ride! Glad you’re ok 🙏

[@fearlessandfar]

I am ok! And now have one more good story to tell 😅

[@high5207]

Why did it take so long for me to find ur channel bro?! Its really good

[@ferenctoka]

“You scared me! That’s a big gun” “Oh hahahah no problem! no problem!” *hands him his pistol* 😂

[@garyfairbrother5532]

Holes above entrances in castles were known as “murder holes”, they allowed defenders to shoot arrows, drop boulders or pour boiling oil on intruders that were battering the entrance doors. I thought you would have known that. I’m a retired car salesman and I know that, lol.

[@Lisahough4738]

Retired car salesmen know a lot like how turn back odometers so you have less miles on car 🚗🚨

[@garyfairbrother5532]

@bregory99 Water was a lot better for the environment as well. Lol

[@garyfairbrother5532]

@@Lisahough4738: you must be a really old guy to remember analog odometers. Catch up man! Lol.

[@Varun-ep2tl]

Hahahah

[@Diamon.d]

I’m a 30 year old housewife and I know that lol. Just saying…

[@deadeyeduncan5022]

You're the type that would touch all the natural mineral formations in a cave after being told not to and given the full explanation.

[@sandrafrazier1200]

If you do not face/chase your fear’s, they will chase/face you! Excellent adventure I wish I could have gone to. WOW thank you for sharing for those, who will never be able to do what you did! This Is Amazing and so fun, truly thank you please keep them coming.

[@bradenanderson5087]

By the way, here's the lesson: if you're gonna camp somewhere, make sure you know the regulations AND local "rules"/sentiments about the place. Especially if you're going to camp in such a historically significant place. Where I live, you'd do some serious time and/or pay some major fines for camping in ruins like that without the proper certs.

[@Space_Cadet420]

LOL What?

[@optimusakc]

@@Space_Cadet420 Not sure what you find unbelievable about this. There are many many historical sites in the world you are not allowed to camp at, let alone even set foot on dude. He is lucky to not get a major fine or some jail time but the locals understand he was just a stupid tourist.

[@bulansi]

@@optimusakc @Matthew C is probably an merican, and therefore knows nothing about the heritage. You know, you'd have to have one to properly keep it, treasure it and respect it...

[@masterofnone1481]

@@bulansi are you saying Americans don’t have a heritage?

[@NA-me6sh]

@@masterofnone1481 we do, but we are destroying it now. That's the thing to do today. Destroy anything that "offends".

[@stabbyray]

The real lesson is DONT CAMP ALONE!! Make sure to always be in contact with someone local and they know where you are camping. If he was not able to contact his friend this could have been a totally different story. @Fearless & Far Im glad you made it out safe

[@murmurha2084]

Thank you to put a light on this mostly silent tragedy in Turkey, literaly thousands of arkeological and historical sites ( if not millions) destroyed, blasted, dug up by those criminals, grave diggers, so unfortunate manny places of heritage sites of humanity is being destroyed forever by now, it's a real tragedy and government is overwhelmed, cannot control this process..

[@CyKosis1973]

And that's not forgetting places like Hasankeyf. The Turkish government has little regard for saving it's heritage in the face of progress, sometimes...

[@spoonfed5564]

Who cares? Stop living in the past and look to the future.

[@Nightowl5379]

@@spoonfed5564 lmao do u actually know what u are talking about? If you dont know your past your future will be worthless. And believe me, big chance that if u talk like this u actually have no clue. Turkey has a lot to tell what is already destroyed in other places. Accept that u know nothing and have respect for people who love their heritage except living in their phone in the future. Take care!

[@debcardy468]

And now add a fire ring.

[@ggoddkkiller1342]

@@CyKosis1973 Stored water in that dam is a billion times more valuable than Hasankeyf, you people must learn anymore southeastern Turkey was a desert today if there weren't those dams!! If you know nothing just check Syria-Turkey border at google earth, Turkey all green while Syria all YELLOW...

[@CutTheBestBits]

Wow what an awesome video, now that’s one way to live life on the edge! I find you so inspiring to the point it melts my heart! What a beautiful place!

[@soren9973]

The next time you end up in a situation like this, I'd say to try contacting the local non emergency services and mention the things you found, and what your plans were for being in the area to have discovered it. I don't really think a situation like this is necessarily completely avoidable, but there are a couple things that can be done to lower the potential severity

[@OCEANbreezeDIA]

I am surprised nobody commented on this yet, but "non-emergency services" are a thing in the US. Most of the world doesn't have that. You either call the emergency line or nothing.

[@TheWildVilks]

I think you did the right thing Mike, fight or flight at the end of the day in that situation. Just thankful it was a misunderstanding rather than you being hunted. The only lesson i'd say there is "if something doesnt feel right then it probably isnt right." But life's there to take risks.

[@fearlessandfar]

Wise words!

[@sunchandra3052]

The lesson is, when you want to camp in a heritage or protected sites, ask the authorities and the locals for permission first.

[@kyndred-ry5mm]

Dam right

[@MrFredstt]

Or take lessons from Steve Wallis and be stealthy

[@danielwright9418]

@@MrFredstt Mr Wallis would never disrespect a place like that.

[@vedukhonaga]

You're the Hero of all the youtuber. I appreciate your work and and your video brother. Lot's of love from NAGALAND India.

[@EdBender]

The lesson is simple: when building campfires, place them so the wind blows smoke away from you&your tent, and not into it. Bonus tip to avoid eye irritation from smoke: stay away from smoke source.

[@davidwilliams5863]

Or even better don't light fires in the first place. Leave no trace is the golden rule of wild camping.

[@bigsteve6729]

So your amazing tip is don't stand in smoke. Mines don't set yourself on fire another useless tip that no one needs you can add it to yours

[@EdBender]

@@bigsteve6729 Fun fact: Sarcasm and jest are usually lost on people of lower IQ...

[@bigsteve6729]

@@EdBender probably why you didn't get it.

[@runna9647]

So much history it gives me chills just imagine all the stuff that happened there fights, crimes, adultry,crazy parties man that'd be so cool to be able to see all those stories with the real people. Man I wish

[@DakodaWolff]

In my opinion, the lesson to be learned here is to let local authorities know about your plans and intentions when it comes to investigating/exploring their ruins.

[@nunyafuckinbizniz]

Local authorities in those countries can be the problem

[@lorna524]

Am telling u my heart was just shocked when u kept showing the deep and high ways of the rocks..it's crazy

[@ariannebarata2814]

I always love the story and historic details of every contents you have.Please coordinate with the locals next time for safety purposes.Much love from 🇵🇭

[@aarongiertz8147]

What a great video!! I was scared for you. I think you handled that very well. Lesson learned here sir..check in with the locals and maybe the authorities first to let them know your there and if it’s ok to camp. Good thing you were able to communicate with your friend . I think that made things easier for you . What an adventure though. I wish I could travel and explore like you do . I’m a new subscriber so I’ll be watching your channel more. Be safe, and take care .

[@truewellu7700]

THANK YOU for documenting this fantastic trip at an incredible place

[@ashidnaeem8286]

good job dear ____ you are so brave person behappy and enjoy your fearful jurney best wishes for you from pakistan and turkey

[@substance1]

The lesson here is if your going to explore in far away places, you should probably ask around locally were you can get permission to camp at whatever exotic place your interested in.

[@kevoZj]

That would beat the essence of his name 'fearless' 😂😂

[@garyhost1830]

No it's not moral or the story is no fires when stealth camping and when someone's shooting at you, don't run yell out to them

[@kodakgrey479]

Just so they can say no and then will be looking around to make sure he still doesn’t come

[@plutonic5019]

@@garyhost1830 yell out to them and reveal your location and get shot dead

[@jakester455]

I never saw Steve Wallis do anything as stupid as walking around his STEALTH campsite at night with an actual flippin' torch (Steve wouldn't have even started a campfire). I bet the farmer ratted you out on your way up and the cops could see your torch from two miles away. Absolutely brilliant, man. Really.

[@Kaliduur]

Yeah exactly! Steve is smart! Be like Steve!

[@IDoABitOfTrollin]

Well.... He did do that "light test" on the side of the highway and almost had security go in to investigate his very lit up campsite

[@guitarbxl]

Lol... Steve Wallis (love the guy).. Brilliant! (I bet Steve wouldn't go to Turkey to hunker down?!)

[@ST-lo6fm]

If he’s that dumb, then you all are. Why even give it any feedback. It’s obviously a joke and he doesn’t know it.

[@CobCeo]

I love Steve!

[@brownwarrior6867]

The lesson clearly is to make sure you clarify with the local Authorities what you are intending to do at these places. My guess is they don’t want people trashing what is a genuine historical building that’s survived as long as it has despite people trying to either destroy it or make it their own.

[@Bluebearymango]

The lesson is to let local authorities know you will be camping if you go off the beaten path. That way they won't accidentally shoot you, they may actually wind up saving your life, you can avoid the risk of breaking any laws, and they might even recommend a really good camping spot.

[@BruceLyeg]

As someone who has spent time in Turkey I can tell you that you're VERY lucky it ended as well as it did.

[@davideddy2672]

Disrespectful traveller entirely …

[@flitsplik5750]

wdym? we arent bad people

[@flitsplik5750]

@Sam Baker yeah but the guns dont kill the people do

[@flitsplik5750]

@Sam Baker LMAOOOO i didnt even realise that, just ignore me i have no idea what im talking abt 😂

[@flitsplik5750]

@Sam Baker lmao

[@mrs_patriot]

One thing I would mention. When traveling in other countries, always bring your bag and important belongings with you 24/7 have the expectation that you may not be able to go back to your camp. So whatever you leave behind even if your just walking around exploring with the intention to go back, be okay with knowing that you may not ever see that stuff again.

[@HARUKOKATO]

745k!!! wow Awesome!!! I remember the first time I started following you and watching your videos when you visited abandonated buildings here in Mexico, I'm glad I'm receiving your video notifications once again! wonderful channel :D:D:D

[@katblue6202]

Heck with gripping anything, run for your life, my friend! RUN FOREST RUN!!

[@InfiniteAdventuresPH]

What an experience! Glad you are safe. Best it you have asked permission from the locals before going there. Keep safe.

[@DDAWGY1]

FYI: Those 2 holes when he first entered are designed for when the castle is being attacked. When the enemies come under the holes the defenders would pour boiling oil through the hole burning all that came near it to death and if not close enough.

[@etholus1000]

That burning oil was such a terrible way to go. It took some balls to besiege castles back in the day

[@etholus1000]

@@ATOMIC_V_8 Well obviously, they used something similar to the oil we know of that was extremely flammable. We and historians just refer to it as “oil”

[@jakjak4271]

@@ATOMIC_V_8 I doubt he means literally oil that you put in cars etc 😂

[@phoenixjim0527]

Great lessons already noted by others. My takeaway lesson? More than ever I want to visit Turkey! For the people, the history, the scenery, the hospitality +

[@miguelnascimento2847]

I worked there for a month and the people were amazingly kind and the food is to die for. Really want to go there again but with time to see everything

[@Zotal-xc8vd]

Man I really love your adventures 🔥❤️‍🔥

[@megandavid5274]

This was gripping, on the edge of my seat. Glad you were safe in the end. Love the history and drone shots.

[@jgoo4572]

Good story / adventure! Also, most locals I would imagine don’t want to have their treasured ruin / castle turned into a camp site. While you are respectful, I can only imagine they have had the place trashed and spray painted. I have been shot at by ranchers in Colorado when I was a kid in the 70s. They were just warning shots.

[@nateroberts3308]

A Ass full of rock salt does not feel good either. The shrooms were worth it tho.

[@mr.strugglesnuggle6668]

Warning shots are illegal in Colorado. Even on a private property.

[@KolebyBurton]

@@mr.strugglesnuggle6668who cares?

[@jon888umali]

An adventure within an adventure -- those are the best kinds of adventures! As long as you came out alive and well, it's all good brotha! Those are the things that make experiences more memorable. Kinda funny that you were still vlogging while running for your life 😳 -- that's dedication! 👍🏽 The wise and talented Bob Ross always say: “We don't make mistakes. We just have happy accidents.” 🤣

[@ryannixon6005]

amazing video, so inspirational. if i had to find a lesson to be learnt here, it would be to always tell the authorities where you are going.

[@reypacks312]

I wanna be like him when I grow up, I'll die happy and proud knowing that I got to see the world 🌎 ❣

[@deriusnorris4463]

Adventure awaits. Lesson always befriend the locals in a strange place. You did good. It was probably a good thing you didn't have a head torch it would have made a good target.

[@aliceevans3357]

My thoughts exactly!

[@arrow1-b2v]

Omg.!! 😲 incredible experience! I’m glad you are safe now. The castle 🏰 looks stunning 🤩 👹

[@iaintheater6027]

who the fuck typ like this

[@arrow1-b2v]

@@iaintheater6027 is simple if you don't like it don't watch it.

[@iaintheater6027]

@@arrow1-b2v mad respect💯

[@idwthswy]

Considering the risk for my life, same as you, I would have fled. Thank you for your videos ! I just discovered your channel two days ago. Coming from someone intending to leave for a long trip very soon, it feels like a refreshing breeze...

[@PeepoFrog]

"And then i run. I ran so fast up a cliff. i could have died " "What is your youtube channel?" "Fearless" That didn't age well😂

[@cross5227]

Hmm i seem u cant understand the situation🤔

[@PeepoFrog]

@@cross5227🤔?

[@cross5227]

@@PeepoFrog nvm😔

[@SC-yk8tt]

@@cross5227 I’m sure you are fun at parties

[@cross5227]

@@SC-yk8tt yeah😔

[@galavantkaye]

Definitely an adventure worth a story to tell and lessons to learn. Stay safe Mike! We still want to see more adventures and unique stories from you.🤙😁

[@MiThreeSunz]

Great adventure story Mike! The lesson I takeaway is it’s better to ask for permission first than to beg for forgiveness after when exploring ancient ruins in foreign countries. 😊🇨🇦

[@ES-wc8iv]

Good thing you knew a local guy to call. Lesson in this: check local authorities if you are allowed into some areas. Some of the old castles are dangerous and you are not allowed to go in. Another lesson that you already followed: always have a local person as a backup. Just someone to contact, even if it's a local travel agent.

[@gothamnetworks]

Yes I have a great suggestion that would have prevented this, incredibly easy too. Simply call local authorities and let them know of your planned visit in case anybody mistakes your intentions.

[@Dwendele]

Wanna see something weird? Go to 1:53 and in the upper left quarter of the video, the light reflections create a Mercedes logo. 😂🤷‍♂️

[@MarzannaMorana]

You're a brave man. This is absolutely beautiful and amazing. I'd love to go exploring like you do. It's always the human beings you need to watch out for, not the dead or Satan. Not yet anyways.

[@staceymarkum3873]

Do NOT go exploring like he does. Do it the smart way and live to see another day.

[@omarmartinez-nt9bl]

This is some good stuff man! I’m impressed!!!

[@clayschuetz899]

Thankyou, that was an amazing, real and crazy adventure, I loved it and that is a truly amazing castle. Now the moral to this story of yours lol, is when visiting iconic and historical locations and structures in other countries, make sure and present your intentions to passing locals and possibly contact local authorities beforehand, thus defusing dangerously confusing situations.

[@clayschuetz899]

And hey, worst case scenario, local authorities will say " no you can't do that" better that than getting shot and dying or ending up in a foreign prison. And we don't want that lol, personally, I wanna see more of your adventures. Hoping to live some of my own soon.

[@sample.text.]

Your fixer definitely should have told you to alert the local authorities about this, but these things happen. Glad it all worked out. Turkish people are extremely welcoming to everyone so i hope no one gets any wrong notions. This was just a misunderstanding. Glad you're alright and didn't fall off a cliff in the dark or something.

[@etholus1000]

Turkish people are very diverse honestly. Some can be welcoming while others might not be so much

[@xelktube]

> Turkish people are extremely welcoming to everyone Yeah, no.

[@nightelf8823]

Not everyone.

[@kjul.]

"Turkish people are extremely welcoming to everyone" Sure, that's why they tried to kill him for camping in the wrong place. 😄

[@razYtCh]

Yes they are very welcoming. I remembered when i was a student and went traveling there, i got invited by a lot of my teacher's friends to eat together in their homes 😂

[@garethmckerrell6888]

Would say the lesson could be to notify local authorities of your intentions and location. 1) in case something goes wrong they know where to look for you 2) shit goes wrong pretty quickly with the whole broken telephone via local populations. You went from tourist to treasure hunter to terrorist super fast! Thanks for the video!

[@pineapple9181]

Bro that intro scared me so bad but at the end he subscribed to you 😂😂😂❤

[@yvindness7046]

What doesn't kill you makes a great story! Glad you're ok

[@kdziolak]

Wrt. To the lesson, how about, next time you plan to do a wild camp in a local castle check with local authorities first?

[@fearlessandfar]

Definitely going to speak with the locals. A simple little interview would have added some cool element to the story, and they would’ve known who I was

[@rcardenas9839]

@@fearlessandfar but that would've been no fear

[@kdziolak]

@@fearlessandfar I'm glad the actual thief wasn't up there for the night. The cut cables were definitely a warning sign.

[@prophetrexlexful8783]

ehmm how about turkey is not friendly

[@minnam275]

"If we can't kill him, let at least have a cup of coffee with him"

[@OsmanOsmanHan]

@al alfin Warning shots in the air, why would they shoot at the historical site they came to protect lol