Ussuriysk, Primorsky Krai 🐯 Tigers, Emerald Valley and the Jurchen people

Ussuriysk is a city located in the far East or Russia, in the region Primorsky Krai. Population: 160,000 people. The city is founded in 1866 but long before the arrival of the Russians, people lived in these territories. Today we will learn about medieval kingdoms and indigenous peoples of this region, visit a cool ethnographic park, look for Ussuri tigers and discuss the best Russian political satire show that comes from Ussuriysk.
In this video:
0:00 - Walking in the city center
4:43 - Stone Turtle, history of the Jurchen peoples
7:50 - Ussuri Tigers and Where to Find Them
9:03 - Emerald Valley ethnographic park
11:18 - Dangerous cafes and cozy dumps
13:55 - Vataliy Nalivkin, the best political satire show
16:37 - Arbat and my impressions
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Music used in the video: Across the Sea of Japan - Mandala Dreams
About myself
Hi! My name is Natasha, I live in the Far East of Russia in the city of Khabarovsk, but originally I'm from a small town Spassk-Dalny in Primorsky Krai. Currently I'm studying Linguistics in the university. On this channel I make videos about life in Russia, our traditions and my traveling in Russian cities. Welcome, and let's explore Russia together! #yeahrussia

[@NatashasAdventures]

Would you vote for Vitaliy Nalivkin?

[@jhbarringer]

Sure. He does seem to be a problem solver and gets things done. Well, more like he does things, may not actually fix the problems.

[@Holeyguagaamoley]

Well yes but be careful out there if those dogs had attacked you what would you have done by yourself? Is “bear spray” legal out there?

[@trentweston8306]

I'd maybe vote for him in the hope and interest of seeing what he would do while in office.

[@201251901]

Yes, it's gonna be a good adventure through the Russian infrastructure.

[@fukgoogole2]

Sure, but only if he promised air freshener on every street!. [jk]

[@davidmarino9852]

Your travels across Russia especially in the far east have become a - Tour de force - videos explaining the culture, landscape, and peoples of the area. Most educational and very entertaining. I have always been interested in border areas that have a mix of cultures that have developed over time and that is certainly true of the Russian far east.

[@lesshiaman8952]

Tour de force! I second that!

[@OlgasBritishFells]

Natasha is a great vlogger most of the times, she is a brilliant filmologist. But just be careful calling it totally educational because she very subtly puts her own spin on everything steering you very gently into a certain way of seeing things, even though it is mostly "nutral".

[@user-vv4ee5bq4w]

@@OlgasBritishFells scheming Natasha 😈

[@OlgasBritishFells]

@@user-vv4ee5bq4w 😜

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

The Far East of Russia is so charming and also romantic and this place has got a unique beauty and an amazing environment, as Russia is not only Moscow, but it is an immense country which has to be discovered. This city is really nice and the little museum a jewel. Thank you for your great video. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

[@Fedot78]

I’m Russian, born near Far East in East Siberia, small town like Ussuriysk, then moved to Moscow long time ago, like many others. And absolutely love your vlog. You are very talented. Love the way you create a story that relates to so many people across entire world, talking about places known to almost nobody, even in Russia. Like, subscription. I need this precious breath of fresh air

[@sargonofakad]

Always interesting, informative and enjoyable. The museum is of high quality, in my opinion. I wish I were young enough to travel again, (I am 80 years old this year) but you are like my eyes and ears showing me a part of the world I would otherwise never have known about.

[@6NBERLS]

Ditto.

[@nazaharin]

Beautiful presentation. You are so talented in presenting even a dull places can be more interesting. Well done. I think I learn more about Russia from your videos than other sources. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@AA-pe9yy]

Agreed

[@NatashasAdventures]

Thank you 😊🌟

[@rodneyrickard3763]

So do I.

[@agassicarlosdecx3860]

Do you plan to go to Yakutia.

[@THICCTHICCTHICC]

@@agassicarlosdecx3860 the KZbinr Vaga Bond is in Yakutia right now making videos

[@NatashasAdventures]

Nice

[@AudioGardenSlave123]

We say "noice" nowadays old woman. No I see what was happening... nevermind.

[@haharopotato5405]

Nice!

[@toddburgess5056]

Very

[@user-cq9my9ns8p]

Я живу в Уссурийске!!! Я люблю Уссурийск❤️ Вы показала мне разные места! Спасибо за это видео👍👍👍

[@NatashasAdventures]

Спасибо, у тебя классный канал 🤗😻

[@wiekdeo.mp3]

*Я с Уссурийска. Оцените мой рэп на английском и русском языках. I from Ussuriysk. Please check my music. I make rap (English and Russian language)*

[@mangaldv8585]

Уссурийск родной🤟😎

[@onemillionwithoutvideo8635]

@@wiekdeo.mp3 ты и тут светанулся) гангстер)

[@wiekdeo.mp3]

@гражданин 984 тоже удивился)) с таким же успехом можно сказать что туда спускали кровь для ритуалов))) но есть реально предположение что скорее всего туда вставлялись какие-то камни или плиты. Ведь черепах этих было несколько ещё с 12 века. И мы жители Уссурийска об этом знаем все

[@irinep2480]

Мнение таксиста похоже сложилось из того, кого он возит )) Очень приятный ролик, показали разное. И это хорошо. Могу сказать, что с 1995 года - город преобразился. Я помню парк Дора (тогда вроде ещё ДОСА), когда там даже днём не стоило рисковать ходить. А сейчас в каждом дворе практически современные детские площадки, асфальт, чистота, новые скверы. А производства, которые были и закрылись - их жаль, конечно. Что-то быстро умерло после развала СССР, что-то медленно. Это везде практически произошло. Но жизнь идёт и время течёт. И раз и в Спасске уже можно выпить варёный кофе хорошего качества, то значит что-то движется в полезном направлении! ))

[@jeroen2218]

In my opinion, your videos from the far east stick out compared to the other ones. Simply because you are be able to tell stories based on experience. That's also the reason why a lot of people decided to subscribe, to hear stories from a country that is rather mysterious for a lot of us. Did you ever notice that the video that made your channel populair is the one showing an extreme stereotype about Russia. Living in cold depressive Siberia. That picture made the video appealing, and after clicking most found out what it was actually about. Anyways, I think we all had this city nearby that seemed a lot bigger in our younger years, in fact everything seems bigger in your younger years. Atleast I think it does? Time will tell. Russia will never feel less big though😂 based on what I know about it.

[@SovietMoviesExplained]

Exactly 🙌. I think it's real art to slip a bit of education and dispelling of stereotypes into seemingly very stereotypical things 👌

[@lapharmacie98]

When I watch this channel, I’m always amazed at how similar this part of Russia looks to my country of Serbia. And the fact that it’s thousands of kilometres away and borders China which is so different from our culture. The socialist apartment buildings, rusty playgrounds, benches with missing seats, old houses that haven’t been redone in decades…also the fact that we also use the Cyrillic alphabet

[@Roman-SK]

Similar culture, but especially similar history of communism collapse.

[@NatashasAdventures]

I didn’t know it’s like this in Serbia, for me it’s ✨Europe✨ Soviet heritage everywhere, depressing and aesthetic at the same time…

[@Roman-SK]

@@NatashasAdventures But it cannot be said that it would be a Soviet heritage. The philosophy comes from Marx and Engels, so it can actually be said that Russia is the victim of communism.

[@lapharmacie98]

@@NatashasAdventures absolutely. Other Balkan countries as well. If you ever get the chance, you should definitely visit. Serbia often gets overlooked by foreign tourists but I think you would love it here. We may not have a lot of things that the rest of Europe has to offer but you would definitely feel at home lol. Plus the Balkans are one of the few parts of Europe which Russians would actually consider to be affordable

[@Torinoti]

И мене исто. Импресионира ме колико личи на нашу земљу. Одувек сам желео да посетим овај крај Русије. И док ово гледам, имам осећај као да сам тамо. Један од најлепших канала на јутјубу.

[@vittara1684]

Так приятно видеть свой родной город.. Спасибо за видео!

[@user-br4jd4mn4e]

о да

[@Str8Bidness]

I think this is my favorite video you've made yet. You letting us in to see your real personality and humor more than normal. Love it.

[@enesaish]

"Dersu Uzala" is also the title of a 1975 film based on Arseniev's book, Soviet-produced and directed by Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. Set in the forests of Eastern Siberia at the turn of the century, it is a portrait of the friendship that grows between an aging hunter and a Russian surveyor. A romantic hymn to nature and the human spirit.

[@martian-sunset]

A beautiful, remarkable film. I sobbed uncontrollably after seeing it the first time.

[@manfredneilmann4305]

I happened to see this beautiful film for the first time back in Germany, then again years later in the US. I loved it very much!!!

[@iivin4233]

I've heard it suggested that George Lucas pinched the characteristics of Yoda from Dersu, with respectful intent I Imagine.

[@nuitNo.6]

CAPITAN!! CAPITAN!! It's a fine movie.

[@vermontnewyorker]

Wonderful film. Sad ending. My Ukrainian ex-wife introduced me. Love the Russian people. 👋 from Vermont USA.

[@infernocrat8027]

Very well organised, possibly one of the best vlogs on this channel

[@stephenreilly4928]

You did it again Natasha. Your videos bring a sense of wellness and a peaceful smile to my face. Loved this video and laughed as you described the chair and flower. I am envious of you and your explorative activities that seem to never end. Thank you again

[@1ouncebird]

Just wonderful Natasha. Loved the cat and the dogs and that museum looks very nice. I enjoyed you telling us about the history of the people of the area. You are getting to be very, very good at making these videos. Thank you for taking us with you.

[@seanbensonsings]

If I was Russian, I'd definitely vote for Vitaly Nalivkin! This is a beautiful video. This city would be a very nice tourist location, especially with the parks, museums, and history! It is too bad everyone is leaving.

[@RussianPlus]

that was a great episode Natasha! I love Nalivkin show, too:)

[@Jason.cbr1000rr]

You gotta stop hittin on this young naive girl man its obvious to everyone 🤣 she doesnt even reply to you haha

[@wiekdeo.mp3]

*Я с Уссурийска. Оцените мой рэп на английском и русском языках. I from Ussuriysk. Please check my music. I make rap (English and Russian language)*

[@markwhatley9955]

This video is several months old, but it’s very fascinating and interesting to watch. Natasha, you are gifted. Thank you for what you do and your passion.❤️

[@georpwl]

Gee Natasha, your vids are the best; most honest, informative and filled with your classic brand of dry humor. I’m very thankful you choose to spend the incredible effort necessary to make this possible.

[@paulmorley8509]

I believe that there is growing interest here in the USA in the real Russia, and you are contributing to this with your channel. I know that Russian people and Americans can be good friends, if we can set aside the tired tropes that our political leaders want to feed us all the time. It's about respect. Thank you for your work. Your particular niche in the Far East of Russia is especially valuable and interesting to me. Спасибо большое, Наташа.

[@dmitriikadulin2288]

hugs. the most americans and russians are christians, so we must hear each other

[@SovietMoviesExplained]

"Your worst enemy becomes your best friend, once he’s understood." 🙌🙌🙌

[@manager4409]

Globalists want russia destroyed. Americans don't hate Russians, but our government does.

[@manager4409]

@@cajuntimes the value of the printed dollars started with the massive success of what was 90% white America in the past. but you're right it's collapsing and becoming a brown shithole

[@THICCTHICCTHICC]

@@manager4409 that isn't what he said lol

[@dustoff5773]

I grew up in the 1950's & 60's hiding under my desk, closing my eyes, waiting for the Russians to drop "the bomb" on us. You bring this old-timer hope. Thank you.

[@alankolski9766]

Natasha - I loved this video, as well as all of your other videos! You do an excellent job of explaining the history, culture and other facts about the places you visit. I have become more interested in Russia recently, in part due to your videos, and I am doing a cruise in the Baltic in June that will spend two days in St. Petersburg. There is so much I am learning about Russia that I never knew before, thanks to you. It looks like you got a new, high resolution camera for filming now - the quality of this video was superb! Glad you didn't get knocked out by that road barrier. Love your sense of humor.

[@Andrea-sg7qp]

Thank you for another fantastic video. Between travel restrictions and a new job that doesn't give me much time off it sometimes feels like I'll never go on a trip again. Watching your videos makes me feel like I'm visiting these interesting places too, they're like a little vacation for me. Thanks for showing a country I'd love to visit, especially smaller cities like this that I don't know anything about. Your sense of humour and presentation style makes them so enjoyable.

[@magnusanton]

Thank you for this informative and nicely ironic video about Ussuriysk, a city I didn't even know it existed. I enjoy all your clips, because you developed your skills and improved your equipment over time and above all kept your refreshing human and critical attitude, your fine humour and good research work. I am proud to be one of your patrons.

[@NatashasAdventures]

Thank you so much ☺️🌟

[@ThirstyTunaTaco]

I love the fact this girl is SO PROUD of her area where she comes from.

[@HandyPenguin]

Your videos have always been great, but the last few and this in particular are in a category of their own. The editing and narrative combined with your lovely wry humor kept me engaged throughout. Really enjoy these travel documentaries and looking forward to whatever you’re working on next. Take care!

[@mikeazeka1753]

Natasha I love listening to your travel videos and your history lessons. Your voice is soothing, but the best part is your quick facial expressions when you reveal your feelings about what we're seeing. Subtle!

[@guitar_noodle]

Natasha, thank you for sharing. Love your sarcasm🙃 Very cool and interesting history. I love that Dragon turtle sculpture. I like seeing those old indigenous pictures of the people. They look like a mix of Asians and Native Americans.

[@AA-pe9yy]

Same here

[@TheGttttt]

You are so awesome! Love your videos! Much love from Serbia ❤️

[@Russiagirl]

❤❤

[@nobodymove7340]

OH MY GOSH! This content keeps getting better and better! Congratulations.

[@grantfahlman1815]

Natasha, every time I watch one of your videos I am always reminded of why I keep coming back for more. Awesome!

[@asmodeusasmodeus7591]

Enjoy your presentations of things in Eastern Russia. Everyone does Moscow/St P but thank you for presenting Eastern Russia.

[@SpywareEverywhere]

They are real gems!

[@RussianMermaid]

Exploring the Far East with you 👍😊 It's obvious, that I like such videos more, than the videos from Moscow or the other cities of the central Russia. I like to learn about the local brands, Coffee shops, restaurants... Here in my hometown we have almost everything that you can find in Moscow. But almost nothing that you have in the Far East. I really liked the Ethnographic Park 👍 And I was empressed when I saw the right-hand drive taxi car. Such cars are so rare here.

[@dekrev]

Thanks for taking us with you Natasha!!! ❤️

[@christinemay859]

Love your videos and this one was fascinating. I enjoyed seeing the elegant city centre, learning about the ancient Emerald City and your walks in neglected areas give a feeling of intimacy and familarity. It was wonderful, thank you!

[@jwv6985]

Great video Natasha. Was wondering when you would upload another. So many beautiful and mysterious places to see in Russia. Thank you for your hard work.

[@LawrenceMeisel]

It seems that you finally passed your driving test. 👏Love the irony. Love your spirit. Love your charm. Love seeing details of your country. You dispel narrow stereotypes. In my hometown in Georgia (US) we have many of the same scenes both beautiful and ugly. Be careful. Be safe. Be well. ✌💕& 🌻s.

[@joelforman7242]

Thanks, I've been waiting for this drop! As always, very professional, very informative and fresh!

[@corefreeman5804]

Thank you Miss Natasha. I'm glad you are so amazing . I learn so much from watching your channel. Pure delight!

[@seanmcerlean]

A interesting dive into history here Natasha and a good overview on the modern life. Your humour and straightforward explanations always come through well. The shame of it is the politiciahs will not change anything that really needs changing. However unlike in Russia at least we get to criticise ours without fear of arrest and possible prison. Just to wish you a happy christmas and to your family as well.🎄 Take care as always.

[@prieten49]

You are of course right about the different situations in Russia and the USA. However, there have been some very undemocratic developments in the USA too. Who can forget the full power of the state coming down on those protesters in Lafayette Square just so a certain person could pose with a Bible? Michael Cohen, the ex-attorney of that certain person, was released early from prison, but when he published a book criticizing that person, he was rearrested and thrown back in prison for "violating his probation." A Russian-like political climate can also be easily created here in the USA if we aren't careful.

[@happyinfidel1]

Not yet anyhow.. If you are in the US, the Jan6 bunch of loons want to take your freedoms away.

[@seanmcerlean]

@@prieten49 we are starting to similar things in the UK as well but nowhere near what is happening in other parts of the world.

[@calripson]

Yeah, you have freedom in America - just ask Julian Assange.

[@SpywareEverywhere]

@@happyinfidel1 You mean that ones that are still in jail nearly a year later without trial? Those ones? Oh yeah, they are really trying hard to take your freedoms away. It's definitely not the ones who jail people without trial or due process!

[@Pete_FamilyLapkinLifeFan]

Natasha, once again you have produced a great video on life in Russia as YOU see it. I love your style of presentation. We get the good, the bad and the ugly from your own unique perspective. Your camera work has improved immensely. The slow "pans" are great. They give the viewers time to absorb the content. I love your curiosity like when you explore areas like @12:30. NOBODY on KZbin does things like that. Keep doing those type of vignettes. And the clip about the "chair" @13:30 was just hilarious!! Your "dry" sense of humor and sarcastic wit are super. I love the piece about the guy who "looks like Putin, but he actually helps people". Loved that. But you be careful Natasha. We would hate to see you go to prison for your own version of satire. Prison is not a place for a young lady as beautiful as you. Please keep up your great work making these videos about life in the "Real Russia". 👍👍💖💖💖💖💖🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 Наташа, ты в очередной раз сняла отличное видео о жизни в России, какой ТЫ ее видишь. Мне нравится ваш стиль изложения. Мы видим хорошее, плохое и уродливое с вашей собственной уникальной точки зрения. Ваша операторская работа значительно улучшилась. Медленные "кастрюли" великолепны. Они дают зрителям время, чтобы усвоить контент. Мне нравится твое любопытство, например, когда ты исследуешь такие области, как @12:30. НИКТО на KZbin не делает ничего подобного. Продолжайте делать такие виньетки. А клип про "стул" в 13:30 был просто уморительным!! Ваше "сухое" чувство юмора и саркастическое остроумие просто супер. Мне нравится статья о парне, который "похож на Путина, но на самом деле он помогает людям". Мне это нравилось. Но ты будь осторожна, Наташа. Нам бы очень не хотелось, чтобы вы отправились в тюрьму за свою собственную версию сатиры. Тюрьма - не место для такой красивой юной леди, как вы. Пожалуйста, продолжайте свою замечательную работу по созданию этих видеороликов о жизни в "Настоящей России".

[@user-to4ys3ww4p]

Someone will not jail for criticism in Russia. For insult or incitement to riot.

[@NatashasAdventures]

Thank you! 😫

[@SovietMoviesExplained]

@@user-to4ys3ww4p these days you never know... 🙈🙈🙈

[@grantfahlman1815]

Pete in MT, you speak well for many of us! Thanks for your insightful commentary.

[@santeriahonen]

maybe unfair things in russia is not as frequent as it is shown in the media. but the most unpleasant thing about them is that they are random

[@knofi7052]

Nata, thank you so much for telling us so many historical stories. I really appreciate and love your way of story telling! Always, stay safe & happy, my friend! :)

[@jimbyers3092]

Excellent reporting and production, as always. I enjoyed getting a sense of the city. Thank you for putting your personality into the document. It is clear, intelligent, and fun. Your vlogs are worth seeing again and again. Were more reporters like you.

[@allennorfad2649]

Natasha this is one of your best edited and presented videos. The reason that i subscribed to you is your unique Far East perspective. Keep up beautiful girl.

[@normanjohnson9877]

Thank you Natasha. Your videos are educational and fascinating.

[@FredGandt]

The effort you're putting into your videos is really showing. Keep up the good work, and thanks for showing us around your land :)

[@kens.8834]

You are so good at presenting the history of a vast variety of Russian locales ! As near as I can tell, You are very accurate in all your descriptions and making it very interesting at the same time . Excellent ! Russia should be proud .

[@marvin3898]

Absolutely great video. From 18:11 i had a bit tears in my eyes. The storys, the music, the cutting and the scenes really touched me.

[@darellnewsome4459]

Great presentation and great video over all. Learned a lot about this area from your video. Thank you!

[@bobcandon3977]

I like this city very much. Thanks! Hope you are safe and can keep making videos. I think you are a great ambassador for your country!

[@cortical1]

Great video, Natasha! I really like all your videos, and you're always still improving your footage, sound, music, narrations, and content. Your content is quite valuable for giving us an accurate impression of these fascinating Russian cities and towns. Sending appreciation from California.

[@andkat]

I have learned so much about your country from these videos. Thank you!

[@daviddupoise6443]

Thank you for all that you teach us. I really enjoy seeing and learning about your culture. I also enjoy your sense of humor. Have a wonderful holiday

[@rickbarrington]

Beautifully crafted video. Especially appreciate the 4K clarity. Crystal clear. Colors pop. 👍 Keep up the greet posts!

[@porterbrass]

Natasha, you are the hope for our future. Recognizing our human past, for better or worse. Showing the bad with HOPE for better. A light shining in the darkness. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and optimistic outlook for our future.

[@jeroen1158]

This was a very interesting video, Natasha. I hope you will show us more about this part of Russia, the far east. It is a place we hear so little about, and I hope you can help us to get to know it better. Looking forward to your next video already!

[@rogink]

I first came across Natasha's videos earlier this year and was attracted to her innocent charm, and the chance to see something about a part of the world of which we in Britain know little. The videos were a little clunky, but interesting enough to make me watch. In the past 2-3 months I've noticed the videos have become very professional, well presented and edited. And Natasha has become much more confident talking on camera, speaking perfect English. She is still as charming, and the subjects just as interesting. And yes, it helps that she is gorgeous young lady!

[@richardyatesyates3893]

The clunky is what makes them great.

[@paulgandelot3641]

Thank you, Natasha for helping me learn about your country. I find the way you present information very informative .I wish your the best in the future. PLEASE KEEP MAKING YOUR VIDEOS!

[@D0ctorCool]

I think this is my favorite video yet. Great mix of storytelling and experiences.

[@MrBabs1970]

Another fantastic video, I can’t wait for the next one as they just get better and better. Love your sense of adventure and humour!

[@bixbyharrison5691]

Really, really enjoy your videos. They are my little vacations and you are the best part ! Thank you sooooo MUCH. MERRY CHRISTMAS.

[@mylesflaig148]

This is a delightful and educational video. Great job. I am sharing it with friends. I visited Leningrad (St. Petersburg again) and Moscow in 1976 as a teenager. An amazing experience that gave me a a heart 💜 for Russia 🇷🇺.

[@sKaraptor2]

I always look forward to these videos. It's like traveling to russia from the comfort of my own home. Ussuriysk seems like a nice city. I'm half Salvadorian & seeing that "El Salvador" sign with the flag & distance @11:20 was completely unexpected & really cool to see that my mom's tiny country is acknowledged on the other side of the world :) Great video Natasha

[@chrisvaiuso6010]

It's videos like this that make me think "this is what I came here for." Great subject and your production skills are really growing. Your hard work shows.

[@sebastianburger9278]

Ciao Natasha, Very nice. But you forgott the rich history of Koreans in Ussuriysk. There is a very interesting museum there with an excellent Korean Restaurant. From Ussuriysk also goes the railway to North Korea. Was several times in Ussuriysk the last 3 month. Keep on going with your videos. Greetings from Switzerland.

[@pme1967]

Enjoyed the vid and thought it was pieced 2gthr quite well and glad you kept in your 'natural' moments (military coincidence, coming down the slide/plank and the boom barrier incident with the facial expression usually not seen but glad to see it come out) as I think these moments add to your vids along with your fun sense of dry humor/sarcasm. Always enjoy a walking lane when I come across one as they usually are kept well and surrounded by cafes and shoppes. Look forward to your next adventure.

[@YonBaBa]

For some reason I have always been so curious about seeing the parts of countries, especially Russia, that you don’t see on tourist destinations. These videos do a great job going in depth into each city.

[@JP..5-.]

Your videos are so very interesting and a joy to watch. Keep up the great work!

[@jamesanderson3088]

You have a wonderful sense of humor! 😀

[@2212db]

I don't know why, but I was surprised to hear that "rose tinted glasses" is also a Russian phrase. Ussuriysk has beautiful buildings and some run-down areas, just like everywhere.

[@timlaw9250]

Thanks for the video. Funny and interesting as always.

[@iainradvan6867]

Thanks again natasha. You're a brave woman to speak out about your politicians! This video is very well put together covering the good and the bad in a kind way. Childhood memories can be v strong as you recounted - mine is of a year spent in Trinidad when i was ten - a huge cultural change for me.

[@quicktastic]

Humor remains as sharp as ever. Love it and the tour. :)

[@Geotrekker56]

I liked the cultural heritage site and museum. I like to see how ancient people lived and their artwork. Thank you for posting!

[@Quarton]

Thanks for the tour, the history, and culture of this region. I also love your sense of humor!! God bless! (From a viewer in Illinois, USA)

[@rdeez5974]

I feel like your videos keep getting better all the time, love these!

[@larrikinful]

Great video. Thank you. I've lived all my life in the opposite coast. Been from Mexico to Dutch Harbor and grew up relatively near the Russian River in northern California. I appreciate your perspective. You are getting very good at this in my opinion.

[@kbrown5523]

I love these videos! I feel like I'm getting to see a Russia that I don't get to see anywhere else, thank you Natasha!

[@barryinkpen6026]

Excellent as always !!

[@kranibal]

Wow. Super interesting. Thank you for posting these precious videos during these COVID times.

[@johnnycondor]

Natasha, I am only now becoming more familiar with your style of deadpan humor (невозмутимый?). 13:25 Now that I'm able to recognize it, you have me laughing every time! 🤣 I just love your travel vlog! What an interesting city! Perhaps their local leaders will manage to make it even better (MUGA!). But on a more serious note, I do really try to talk openly and often in my daily life here in the U.S., about oppressive governments and abusive bureaucrats (like we also have here, and in 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 countries of the world, unfortunately). The more of this corruption we -- the people -- tolerate, the more open and oppressive the abuse becomes. Here, this tipping point (of no return) has not yet occurred, thankfully, which is why we are fighting hard to maintain our precious democratic freedoms. Once freedom is lost, it is 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 hard to recover. Many millions of Americans are in deep denial on this topic, and do not wish to even consider the grave danger we are in. But we who know, and care, will keep fighting until our democracy is stable and secure again. Thank you for caring, and for sharing! 🙏👏👏

[@richwilliams7920]

Great video. I still find it amazing that I can come online and see life so far away (from England). I was born in the '80s and Russia was a place of mystery, and it's a real treat to be able to learn more about the country and especially the eastern regions.

[@edm9704]

Your humor can be hilarious. I again send you many praises. At this point I should only say your presentations are always improving. Your personality . . . . . gentle and honest. I hope your week is good.

[@Paul-io6cb]

Another very enjoyable journey with beautiful Natasha. Your videos are my favorite thing to watch on youtube. Keep up the great work Natasha. From one of your American fans.

[@simongolding2058]

🏞😉Beautiful Documentary!(🐯maybe next time?!) Really interesting,history of Ancient cultures,serious local topics,and a great sense of humour!💪👸🏼Keep up your good work!🍀

[@Burgermonster]

That was a very interesting video. It looks like a nice place to visit. So much culture there. I love the paintings of the native people. Stay safe ❤

[@lesscammell]

You have such a wonderful relaxed and professional presentation style and your videos are well polished now - thank you for an enjoyable 20 minutes

[@JanneWolterbeek]

Great episode again, I love to learn about history there! Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@Ilovetubezz]

You should really have your own travel programme on TV. You're becoming better and better with your english, and as a presenter I feel you have a future, either as a historian or documentary narrator. Wouldn't it be fun if BBC offered you a job to travel around the world making programs like this ;) You have a future in media, Natasha. Stay strong and have a merry Christmas.

[@editvega803]

Hi Natasha!! It's always a pleasure watching your videos, this one is very interesting! I wish you a Merry Xmas and the best for 2022!! 😀🥰. Paka paka young friend, from Buenos Aires 👋👋!!

[@winstontan6142]

Thank you Natasha, for the great video about history, culture, nature and way of life of the people of Уссурийск.

[@jamesgurney6576]

Another interesting segment/ video. I notice your pictures of the original inhabitants of eastern Russia . They look very similar to the original inhabitants/ aboriginals of coastal peoples of Canada / British Columbia. Anyway keep up the good work. Merry Christmas.

[@vovavova690]

Смотрю часто Ваши ролики,т.к сам родился в Спасск-Дальнем.Бываю на своей родине раз в 10-15 лет,а время идёт.... Интересно смотреть это душевное кино😇💐

[@PH61a]

Your videos keep getting better and better. I'm impressed!

[@kathyforsyth7794]

I really enjoyed this video. I love how you show us the city and it's highlights with your dry humor.

[@robertwayne352]

I loved the video. The city was ok. Like some cities I've visited here in Canada. Your presentation was great! Very enjoyable. Thank you for telling me about those video makers arrested by police. It makes me sick that someone can be arrested & possibly jailed for making a video. Please be careful, Natasha. 🙂 We care about you. ❤

[@binaryboyo9674]

Yes we do worry about you Natasha! Take care, stay safe & keep well! ....... 🙂 ✌️ ❤️

[@pjohnson179]

Natasha: "I loved this rustic playground" (10:50) Natasha stumbled, but saved herself from harm by editing the shot before she fell. (Watch that part at .25 speed and freeze at 10:51) Nice save, Natasha! More entertaining drama at 11:30 where the boom barrier attacked you, but you regained your composure by 11:40 . Your videos are so varied; informative, entertaining, and funny! Thanks! Stay safe!

[@richardyatesyates3893]

I thought she was going to be abducted by a UFO, but it just was a parking lot moving bar...

[@stano4601]

THIS! The stumble then straight into head on walking view like it was nothing, just genius. The boom nearly chinning her! Played it off spectacularly, she is so cool and I don't know if she knows what a masterpiece this video is. It has everything. She should be on a million followers by now.

[@lowkeylowkey1000]

Was just rewinding that moment and I thought....She looked like she just face planted. Oh sweet memories anddddddd....dirt munching! lol

[@basstrammel1322]

The comedy in her videos are outstanding, gotta love it!

[@DrunkenGamblah]

@@basstrammel1322 You speak facts. She’s a genius.

[@gonzachambi3937]

Really beautiful place! Nice one to spend some time. Definetely love the way you communicate every detail, how you talk of every place. Love so much your channel!

[@johnpyle6860]

I very much enjoyed this visit to Ussuriysk with you. Best wishes for 2022,