Why Russia Looks So Depressing?

Life in Russia is depressing, how can we live here, everything inside Russia is so grey and not welcoming. Every day I see these comments under some of my videos, many other videos. Today I tried to think about why does Russia give such vibes and does it depend on how it's usually portrayed in the media.
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[@Zangieff]

I don’t find Russia depressing. “Life in Russia is depressing, how can we live here, everything inside Russia is so grey and not welcoming. “Every day I see these comments under some of my videos, many other videos. Today I tried to think about why does Russia give such vibes and does it depend on how it's usually portrayed in the media. If you feel it, you can support the channel through SuperThanks in the comment section or by joining: www.patreon.com/zangieff Thanks!

[@chickenlover657]

Some of your countrymen have made it a point to bash russia any way they know how. For likes and money from western viewers. It's disgusting.

[@laughingseal2282]

Bro, the thing isn't really the coloring. It's mostly the cloudy weather. I think people are biased in this regard. I'm from Brazil and it also looks depressing on rainy days.

[@Zangieff]

@@chickenlover657 I see that yeah, sad, but maybe they actually see it like this, maybe just behave as you described. Anyway, I’m personally just trying to show things without extra drama

[@derekbutts1782]

It's gray and dead in northeast Ohio too lol . Same lateral . It's all good brother

[@coffeecake8098]

In autumn the nature starts its hibernation, it is a farewell up to next spring. Some people say, the nature dies - dies to be reborn after winter. Excellent in autumn or winter: Drink some hot tea (your typical tea) with spices (cinnamon, coriander, piment, vanilla, nutmeg - only a bit each, put the spices in a sachet, will be removed before drinking), sugar or honey and a bit butter or milk. Alternative: Same spices in warm milk, sugar or honey. Or you drink hot wine, red or white or cider, heaten SLOWLY with same spices (no vanilla), a bit orange peel, sugar or honey. No milk / butter here. Spices and peel please remove before drinking. 🇩🇪

[@jcben]

Hey Zangieff Once leaves have fallen and the sky turns grey most places in the world become depressing. Have a good weekend

[@coffeecake8098]

And then you need a sunny day with light blue sky in winter. All looks calm and bright.🤩

[@CIVIC24]

Yep! Summer green versus winter blah - it’s the same everywhere!

[@xJ0LLYR0GERx]

I think part of the depressing look come from a lot of the old soviet architecture. Then filming in the winter amplifies it.

[@MaryJones-fs4wf]

The world need more people like Zangieff.

[@Wanda-fi6mj]

He seems like a really nice person

[@Zangieff]

Thank you:)

[@RFFChannel]

I think the same. Anyway autumn or winter are not so good in any places.

[@roskis6493]

As a person from Sweden, I can totally relate to this. November is by far the darkest, rainiest, gloomiest month of the year. We have 5 months of winter from november to march, two months of spring from apr to may, three months of summer from june to aug, and two months of autumn from sep to oct.

[@user-gu8ic3eb1x]

I agree the country is depressing because of the weather but the summer is absolutely worth it Haha I also remember the festivals and carnivals those were some memories

[@KimbaLorber]

It's the same in Canada, where I live. Different seasons make the landscape look so different. Russia is beautiful with incredibly varied landscapes. Keep up the great work with your videos! Spreading understanding is definitely your calling. :)

[@saywhat5528]

I'm American and I am going to tell you not to even listen to those of us that have negative comments about your dwellings over there. Many Americans are very materialistic and entitled. I love your videos & i love the seasonal changes. Anyone can make any place a home. The most important content of that home is LOVE! Material possessions mean nothing and aesthetics are pleasing to the eyes of the beholder. Just remember that some people have nothing better to do but criticize others. Pay them no mind!! I love your content & keep it up!!💛

[@bobbystark3721]

As another American, your observation about Americans is spot on. And it’s a sad observation…

[@Dowlphin]

Yeah, the general state of a society, culture, nation is everything to me. Which is very frustrating, because there is still so much cynicism putting up borders, everywhere. I am someone who wants to give all the time, but I had to stop that habit in vampiric western society.

[@robbinkopp7505]

Im an American living in Chelyabinsk Russia and it reminds me a lot of living in the State of Wisconsin. We have the same four seasons so same climate. Remember it is different here but I embrace it so when in Russia do as the Russians do

[@lachlancroll2386]

The apartments and cityscape in Russia looks very underwhelming just like their economy. Especially compared to first-world countries like The USA. And I don't think that it's wrong to notice or comment on that. It's not Zangieff or other Russian citizens fault that their economy is so bad. It's the Russian oligarchs and corrupt government that holds the country back. Many Americans love to complain about how bad their government, country and culture is, but fail to realise that they have it better than 90% of the world including Russia. Please let's not sit around and pretend that life for the average Russian is as good as life for an average American. I'm not saying that America doesn't have its problems but at least the majority of the population doesn't have to live in soviet style blocks.

[@bradsnyder978]

Agreed. Good work my man

[@westvirginiaridgewalker]

I wish more folks like you would post videos, pictures etc. because in this day there are still people who think/see other countries as the tv media has shown. St. Petersburg is beautiful. I’m sick of the media telling people who to hate it sickens me. There are bad apples in every country. Love your videos!

[@drthomason7043]

News reporters need to be sentational and dramatic to get the viewer, I've noticed some vloggers use the same tactics. It's sad when they get political and religious and so narrow.

[@kdawg9477]

😂🤣 if you only name the city of the country as "beautiful".. then you really have NOT seen the real russia 🤣😂

[@ceeteemcdee4126]

@@kdawg9477 There are many ugly places in the States, trust me.

[@dzonikg]

Off course it depends where and when you take video..take Venice ..most beautifull city..but before you cross the channel to Venice you pass to new part off Venice ..which is all just depressing grey industrial zone mixed with ugly housing that looks horrible. And i been there just week ago and in cloudy weather it look like waste land and that is just 2 minute drive from Venice that everyone picture and celebrate

[@JB6802]

I have always wanted to visit St Petersburg!

[@David-ii3bi]

Russia is a beautiful and distinctive country. It is winter and some people react unkindly based on cultural differences. This KZbin channel will help to change those misconceptions. Thanks for sharing the Russian lifestyle.

[@kdawg9477]

🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

Based on cultural differences? Say what?

[@user39728]

@@kdawg9477 Jealous?

[@RussianMermaid]

November is really the most “depressive” month of the year, just because it is the end of the extremely beautiful bright autumn (in my hometown the view of the streets in autumn looks absolutely fantastic) and the end of warmth. So, it is true just due to our climate, and I’m absolutely ok about it too))) This makes us feel even happier when the snow finally starts falling and the town becomes colourful and shining again 😊❤ The beauty is in the eyes of the one who is watching. I love and share your point of view ❤

[@stephensmith2601]

Very true, Katya, each season brings us something new. And even on the cloudiest day, we always know that sunshine is on its way. Your videos also brighten my day.

[@RussianMermaid]

@@stephensmith2601 I am so happy to hear this ☺️🥰 Thank you very much! It is imports to remember, that our happiness consists of small pieces ☺️ We should collect them ourselves and build one big happy picture of our life 😌

[@atomictraveller]

you should grow weed. then in november you'd be stoned.

[@vatnikgaucho]

Hi Zangieff, love your videos. I see nothing different in Russia comparing it to other parts of the world. I'm in Buenos Aires now and I feel the same thing but not only from summer to fall, but also from day to day. Yesterday was a wonderful bright and sunny day and today it's a depressing grey day (a storm is coming). A puddle with a candy wrapping will look beautiful and colorful under the sun, and the best trees and buildings will look pale and depressing under a grey sky. Take care.

[@coffeecake8098]

In Denmark especially smaller houses are often red or ocher coloured. They look bright even when the sky is grey or when dawn. And even grey painted houses look friendly. No wonder that people in Denmark are happier and less stressed than here in Germany 🤔

[@Kosackk]

Its depressing in whole of Europe during the autummn and winter, its the darkness and less sun! Even in Sweden, Stockholm where i live, and ive been in Russia during the winter and autummn, its pretty much the same here during those 6 months

[@kellyrenee9679]

Its nearly winter many places look depressimg once the cold sets in and no sun out.

[@robbie974]

Это похоже на любое место, в котором есть сезоны, и я думаю, что это выглядит красивым, спокойным местом. Я живу в Среднеатлантических США и это похоже, деревья сбросили листья, но они вернутся. Наши листья также становятся коричневыми, на земле, как только они были с дерева в течение некоторого времени. Большинство на земле коричневые. Какого цвета были листья до того, как дерево сбросило их? Между зеленым и коричневым, должно быть, был какой-то желтый, оранжевый или красный. Я с нетерпением жду вашего видео весной, чтобы увидеть цветы, цветущие.

[@olekscap4620]

Depends on local trees. In my region of Russia poplars for some reason hold their leaves until the very end of autumn and drop them all together.

[@Natashanjka]

Тоже думала записать видео на эту тему и сказать: да, блин, потому что мы находимся в такой климатической зоне! Если бы тут была другая страна, в это время года она бы тоже выглядела depressing. Мне даже интересно, кто начал называть это depressing, потому что никогда так не считала, для меня это всегда было естественным, потому что да, природа из лета переходит в зиму и это НОРМАЛЬНО.

[@cm-yu6gu]

It's not so much the climate, it's the Soviet architecture Canada also has harsh winter climates but doesn't look as depressing because they don't have these grey, run down apartment blocks everywhere

[@Natashanjka]

@@cm-yu6gu what color are your blocks in Canada?

[@cm-yu6gu]

@@Natashanjka I'm not from Canada, but some houses are made of bricks which is a little less depressing. Also there just aren't as many of those blocks altogether, most people live in houses I've lived in England and it rains alot, skies are almost always grey, but alot of houses are made of red brick so it looks a little cosier

[@Natashanjka]

@@cm-yu6gu yeah, I see, colors are important. Modern block are colorful here. But also, Soviet blocks are not always grey. Then can be pink, green, yellow. In my city, at least, they exist.

[@cm-yu6gu]

@@Natashanjka but the majority are grey, no? But it's also not only the color, it's the architecture too. This very monotonous, straight and plain structure gives kind of a prison vibe. It's not only Russia, many ex Soviet countries have it and also Germany too. It can feel a little sterile and souless. I think it's the kind of thing you adjust to though, if you have lived with it your entire life it becomes normal and you can't see the starkness as much. But if you have been exposed to a lot of old European villages and cities, cobbled streets, cute gardens and old buildings- the atmosphere can feel very ominous and dense

[@coffeecake8098]

Hi Zangieff, my friend. I am so happy to see you 👋. If you go to German cities they look depressive and grey as well, except for little villages with very old half-timbered houses (you find them usually in center and southern region - for tourists "Deutsche Fachwerkstrasse" is maybe interesting) or houses made of clinker (you find them in northern region of FRG, the roofes are sometimes covered with reed). When its dark and the lights go on they look really lovely. Especially new houses (small and huge) here have no soul, look trist, cold and sad. Some people love it, others not. I never lived in a (huge) city amid huge houses, I could not imagine to do it and won't do it. When the sun is shining, everything looks more friendly and everywhere its more bright. And without humor, joy and fun everything is grey and depressive. So we should never lose it, whatever happens. Hugs from Frankfurt@Main 🇩🇪 For understanding: I don't live in Frankfurt, but 20 km south of and Frankfurt is better known than my hometown.

[@JeanStAubin-nl9uo]

What is clinker and what is reed? I'm from US. Thank you.

[@coffeecake8098]

@@JeanStAubin-nl9uo Reed is a natural material, it looks like "straw", thatch is the better expression for this. Sorry for my bad translation. The roofs of some houses near our sea side are covered with it instead of roof tiles. And clinker looks like red stones (bricks), colour is similar to terra cotta, houses in northern region are often built with that. Greetings from 🇩🇪🙂

[@JeanStAubin-nl9uo]

@@coffeecake8098 Sounds charming!

[@coffeecake8098]

@@JeanStAubin-nl9uo Yes, it's really beautiful, good for vacation. 💕My mother was born in that region. In the city where she was born huge cruise ships are built: e.g. for Aida cruise lines, Disney Cruise lines and many others..

[@lauralishes1]

Looks like your channel has hit the KZbin algorithm. It popped up in my recommended videos for some reason.

[@Duda286]

6:20 "You know what is the most important thing? It is that the kids are happy [...]" Yes. From the start I saw kids having fun, I didn't see depressing things... Trees with no leaves are even interesting for me. Where I live (southern Brazil) if a tree has no leaves, it's dead. There's none of that seasonal leaves falling off and then popping up again. So yea. Every place is different. Sorry, it may be a biased opinion. I really wanna go to russia somehow, someday. And I'd be happy to know that day is close by...

[@Zangieff]

Thank you for sharing your experience:)

[@stephensmith2601]

Your streets and apartment blocks aren't really more depressing that those to be found anywhere else, even with the grey weather. All they need to make them look more cheerful are people walking and chatting outside, children playing and other signs of social life. Sunshine and a lick of fresh paint would help, but they are not the most important elements. I've seen cheerful happy scenes in very poor slum villages and depressing sterile 'emptiness' in well-tended, climate-blessed rich areas. It's the people make the place. The children you show playing outside make all the difference.

[@alientooth9125]

Also old buildings and apartments come into play

[@kareno6986]

Good to see you are well Zangieff. It’s coming into winter here in Scotland too. Lots of trees have lost their leaves, the sky is grey, it’s pouring with rain and there’s graffiti in our cities, towns and villages too. I don’t think it’s depressing it’s just the season we’re in

[@sineadkellyartist]

Good to see you! Thanks for sharing - it’s great to have an insight to a country I’ve not visited. The dull light and colours of winter help spring look all the more beautiful 💫

[@kleinnina1237]

This could be in Germany in November, no difference here! In summer everything is green and beautiful and from November onwards it looks like this! The vegetation in Russia looks a lot like the vegetation here! I love watching your videos and can see that there is no difference to Russians and other people in this world! I actually think that the Russians are friendlier than germans! You have a beautiful family Zangieff! Greetings from Germany!

[@Zangieff]

Danke ❤️

[@Kim-ec9du]

Thank you for sharing your life in Russia.

[@recurvearcher6542]

Hi Zangieff, Thank you. Hey there are far worse place's around the world to live. What i saw was exactly what you'd expect during autumn and winter. I used to embrace winter, frost on the ground walking to school , rainy day's, warm open fire's, hot chocolate drinks , plenty of soup , slow cooked stews , all great memories of winter. If you weren't in Russia it could have been anywhere in Europe during the winter month's. Excellent post.

[@darrenbuckley2082]

In St Petersburg i stayed on the island, and the old soviet block i stayed in looked like it would last a thousand years at least, once inside it was beautiful design by a Russian lady called Nena, stunning.Such happy memories of 2017 had to go back the year after so much left to see, my love to your family at this time, take care.

[@Zangieff]

Thanks for sharing)

[@chickenlover657]

When I was a kid, it was a strong conviction in my country, literally held by everyone, that if "the russians made it" it would surely last forever.

[@2centsworth479]

I am in South Africa (currently enjoying the spring rains and the trees are very green and beautiful) and our grass turns brown and looks awful during the winter, the trees are mostly naked with no leaves

[@digitaldynamic3476]

A lot of what You showed Us reminded Me of many locations in the Pacific Northwest of the USA 😊 primarily Washington state. Thank You for sharing 😁

[@jamiebeard8142]

I think it's because of how cold it gets there so quickly it doesn't really leave alot of time for a color change in the leaves ect..

[@suzanned7472]

I love your comments on the grass. The color of grass is so different everywhere you go. Scotland has lovely green grass and always the first thing I notice when landing in a new place. ☺️

[@letterbox203]

The way you filmed the gray and drab of your region is an art in itself! I enjoy it quite a bit, especially after visiting the art Deco in Miami and NSU museum in Fort Laudsrdale. It fits the theme nicely.

[@Zangieff]

Thanks 😊

[@samk9729]

Glad to see you are safe and well @Zangieff 👍🏻

[@toxic515]

I'm so glad to see you online. Love as always from Texas.

[@Zangieff]

❤️

[@taumygilbert9279]

I live in the Pacific Northwest in Washington state USA and our fall looks just like your fall, wet, cold and the trees fast asleep. Spring will come again, friend 💗

[@vlglupak]

Ох, осень поздняя и весна ранняя - худшее время в России :) Но летом и зимой зачастую красота... (Зависит от места, конечно)

[@VHSKacceta]

Ранняя весна ужасна в России всё таки из за проблем с ливнёвками, снег тает и кругом грязь, вода. А поздняя осень сама по себе унылая

[@jerribaglio2739]

It is such a beautiful country☘️☘️☘️

[@donttalktome8991]

You fucking lying.

[@serenajeanne]

I think weather and vibes looks more calming and peaceful than depressing to be honest!

[@shadow-mask]

"Russians never smile" 😅 we just have a 'resting bich face', I look grumpy by default, unless you say something funny

[@JeanStAubin-nl9uo]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@whatawonderfulworld749]

I don't think Russia depressing. Russia is beautiful to me! 🪆❤️🇷🇺

[@Lasky202]

Good to see you my friend. I hope you and your family are doing well. God bless.

[@alanperello]

Thanks Zangieff. Life looks fine and that’s great. Please keep making videos for us.

[@robbie974]

It looks like any place that that has seasons and I think it looks a beautiful, peaceful place. I live in Mid-Atlantic US and it looks similar, trees dropped their leaves, but they will be back. Our leaves also turn brown, on the ground once they've been off of the tree for a while. Most on the ground are brown. What color were the leaves before the tree dropped them? Between green and brown, there must have been some sort of yellow, orange, or red. I look forward to a video by you in the spring to see the flowers blooming.

[@77matius]

Hi Zangieff! It is great to see you! You look well.

[@Zangieff]

Thanks:)

[@AngelMartinez-ic7si]

Thank you for posting the climate situation in your area. I live in Central California USA; at the moment, it's a touch Nippy. Partly cloudy and the leaves are falling in their red, gold and brown hues. Your video shows all brown leaves, it would be depressing to some folks. 👍Your positive attitude is good. There's not much one can do. You have a beautiful family and they wouldn't want a grumpy daddy around! My friend, " Love. Caring. Hope" are the foundation of our emotions. ❤May you all remain Safe and Healthy!! Be seeing ya!! ...😇...

[@brianm7191]

I live in minnesota, looks very familliar to me. Thanks for sharing.

[@howierfs5471]

For myself the grey and cold times, the wet and cold is always depressing and cant wait for spring with colours. I wonder you are still there and your friends Konstantin and Nicki are somewhere else. Stay safe, stay healthy with your whole family.

[@zaineridling]

Я из середины Соединенных Штатов (Миссури), и я действительно восхищаюсь вами. Я считаю, что главная причина того, что большая часть России кажется серой, - это дороги. Да, у вас так много травы и кустов, а также деревьев, что, когда листья падают, они попадают под машины, а затем быстро превращаются в грязь. А потом месяцами идет снег, а дороги так и не успевают очиститься от дождя. Спасибо за ваш канал! 💯

[@micahboswell4000]

Thanks, Zangieff. Keep up the good work.

[@Jacob_Tribal]

Anywhere in the world would look dreary (depressing) with gray skies in fall(autumn).

[@florencioiiiubas1044]

I am your new subsciber from the Philippines. God bless you Sir!

[@Zangieff]

Thanks!

[@joannunemaker6332]

Illinois looks like what you are showing us. Dying plants for the winter and no sun is no fun. Love from US.

[@BluesBrethrenofPolishPeoplesR]

Thanks for another cool video!

[@stonermummy604]

Beautiful! Same here, its fall season. I would love to visit, be safe be blessed...

[@ricks.1318]

I ENJOY your content .... You seem to be very honest about typical Russian lifestyle .... ALWAYS be proud of "your culture", your people !!!!

[@jaspermartin7444]

I remember that video, that's the first one from this channel I ever saw, and I liked the kitchen wallpaper :-) And actually, those kitchen cabinets are really nice. Anyway, I love autumn and don't consider anything to look "depressing". Hope you are staying safe and well!

[@KimBockBooks]

Hi Zangieff, nice to see you again! To be honest, winter has always been my favourite time of the year. Maybe because I live in South Africa and any other time of the year is unbearably hot and humid (for me at least). We have short winters and the hot seasons are long and very hot (especially from November to March). February is usually the hottest month of the year. Although we have spring from 1 September to the en of November, the heat doesn't start gradually. It's still winter one day and then boom! it's hot. The rain comes later and later every year, so everything green burns to brown until early November when we get some rain in the central and northern parts of South Africa. Only then do we see some green. So the bottom line is every country has it's pretty and less pretty times. Personally I would prefer long winters over long summers. But that's just me. 🇿🇦

[@ehmzed]

They should plant some evergreen trees here and there to leave some green even in the winter!

[@bobbystark3721]

This is a great video not so much about climate and grey skies, but more so about contentment with where one lives. On a deeper level, it seems like you were really trying to communicate that you’ve discovered happiness in your life with your family despite the grey skies and weather. There’s joy to be seen all around you as long as you’re open to seeing it. I also live in a place that has grey skies and cold winters. I don’t mind it in the least. It provides a fantastic contrast to summer. I’ve really come to enjoy the different seasons and climates where I live. Russia is a place I’d love to visit someday. Thank you for bringing it to me.

[@dsoule4902]

Covered skies, lower melanoma risk. Cloudy days are like cozy hugs. 🇷🇺

[@susangeorge3140]

I'm in New Hampshire, USA. Right now here it looks the same way. When the cold weather comes, it's more grey, the gas dies, and no more leaves on the tree. Right now, I am looking out my window, and it's grey and depressing. It is unusually warm today because of what's left of a hurricane.

[@j1err33]

Thank-you so much! You should see the desert where I live - dry and barren - but I love all the sunshine.

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

I do not think that your country looks so depressing. Now we are approaching the cold season and probably, especially in the coldest countries, this might have some negative nuances on our behaviour, temperament. Anyway you have a very positive temperament and attitude towards life. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video

[@stevechilders2624]

It looks like where I live, Seattle. It’s gray ever day here now. When it’s summer it will be beautiful

[@brianjonker510]

Life in central NY State is similarly overcast, brown, and muddy. It is just the way it goes in November and yes it is the worst. It also makes for a general population drain as people move to Florida or other places Americans call the 'Sun Belt"

[@ken9295]

Zangieff the outdoors reminds me of the US Midwest in the late fall and winter., gray skies, bare trees. That's one reason I would never move back there after graduating from university. The one thing inside that looks depressing is the old style inside the older apartments. The wallpaper looks like something I would have found in my grandparents house in the 50s & 60s. The lighting inside the apartments looks harsh and not warm and generally the style looks out of date.

[@angleunknown]

It's a state of mind! It's almost winter here and to me EVERY season is beautiful! Currently live in Ohio valley, trees are already bare but still so beautiful! I LOVE seeing other places no matter the season. People are going to have a negative perspective and comments because they are negative.

[@annafromrussia]

Hello from Siberian city ☃️

[@tommyd4018]

Kakoy?

[@annafromrussia]

@@tommyd4018 novosibirsk

[@jadecovehealing5636]

This looks like every northern city in America when November comes around. And most of the south too. It is interesting to see the new buildings versus the old ones though. Usually I like older buildings better than new ones because older typically has more character to it and modern ones are cold and plain. But from this video it looks like it's the opposite. I was cracking up because when you showed the one apartment and said it was occupied by an older lady, I had to chuckle because that is exactly how the elderly decorate here in the U.S too. I just moved into a place with little pink flowers on the walls where an older person lived for a long time. (Yes we painted.) It's always interesting to me how people of every country are so often similar. Yes differences of course, but the similarities outnumber the differences in my view.

[@sallylambert7552]

Good to see you. Take care of your family and friends, i hope you are all well. Spasibo! Paka. 😘

[@Jonathan_Taylor]

Thank you for your very good explanation of something so normal, that is confusing for some, for small reasons. Incredibly interesting walk with you. Really like your brown jacket also..

[@Xpurple]

I think it looks amazing! Thank you!

[@BramHeerebout]

Colors, architecture, leave distribution, it can all have an effect, but I think it all matters little if the sun shines. In autumn and winter you can have blue skies and a shining sun just as well and if you do, it all looks fine 😀🌞

[@kristinhumbles]

Thank you for sharing your videos on life in Russia. I find it extremely fascinating! I've wanted to see something like this for a long time :)

[@Zangieff]

Thanks 😊

[@ABCantonese]

Glad to see you're back. Was going to watch the news, but had to open when I saw that it was you. Just started the video, wondering how/if you got caught up in all that's been happening especially with the recent mxxxxxxxxxxx, so sorry if you do address this later in the video.

[@monikaborczyk7160]

I'm from Poland, living in Ireland. Both places not the most appealing during the autumn. Yet, when you live there you appreciate a rough charm of that season as well :) but I agree - it very much depends if you are filming a parking lot or pretty landscapes

[@stamfordmeetup]

Ireland must be a nightmare with all that rain and wind

[@monikaborczyk7160]

@@stamfordmeetup.. in a way it's :) but it never gets very cold and it's gorgeous here

[@OsbornIOW]

Looks the same as UK Autumn to me. Thanks for your videos about your country and your thoughts. 😁

[@joi3296]

Zangieffffff!

[@paulinejensen7968]

Thank you for pointing these things out. I'm from NW Washington State (US) where it rains a fair amount year-round. It's very forested, making it dark, gray and depressing.

[@BaresEatBeats]

Honestly, many estates in South London look way, way more depressing (and are likely far more dangerous).

[@SkynetDrone12]

Aweosme another video!

[@kyms9390]

Thanks for your video. I agree it looks depressing and cold but so can Melbourne Australia a lot of the year now too. Nobody would ever think Australia could be similar but Melbourne can be a very dark, cold and depressing place also.

[@gladysseaman4346]

I am amazed at how green the grass still is! Mine looks faded from the sun, but I find the grey sky depressing as we also have had the same for much of this week.

[@sallylambert7552]

Do you think it is not the atmosphere but the state of mind? You have a good happy life and a positive attitude, beautiful sweet family. You can say your glass is half empty or half full. I also didnt think this seems depressing. It is very compact, lots of people in a small area. Maybe some would prefer a private home, some prefer the city. Happiness is the choice of your state of mind. 😘

[@robertoelcano5965]

Greetings from Spain, i like your videos

[@Jacob_Tribal]

6:54 What beautiful artwork.👀 🤣

[@chirperg6210]

Nice to see you again mate ....glad to see that you are well and sporting a smart new haircut. Cheers mate our beers are waiting on the bar.

[@Zangieff]

🍺🍺🍺

[@cheryldidur2300]

I really like the contrast of your videos shot in summer and in autumn. It's just nature - trees with no leaves, overcast sky, that's just autumn. As for the many, many apartment buildings from several eras, that is unusual to North American people where we're accustomed to individual houses with large yards. It's just a different place.

[@TheRealMick]

A really interesting and educational video, Zangieff, thank you! I love to see the Soviet-era architecture and to me this is best presented against a palette of muted late-autumn colours. I learned an unfamiliar declension of that 'you-know-what' word on the wall at 6:54. I have added it to my vocabulary! 😄 I expect this video will do well due to the title and the KZbin algorithm mistaking it for an anti-Russia theme! Keep up the good work. 👍

[@Zangieff]

Thanks 😂

[@gvsku]

Oh I thought 6:54 was just unconventional spelling) looks like the good old nominative case with the last but one letter misspelled)))

[@TheRealMick]

@@gvsku Prepositional case (plural form) as far as I could discern. Google Translate and Reverso Content turned up nothing for that spelling, but I found it via a Google search that led me to a Russian language version of 'Wiktionary'. The Wiktionary entry is under the word spelt without the final 'х' and the full spelling appears at the bottom of the cases table near the top of the page. I'm sure it's not a great idea to learn Russian from a wall rather than a teacher, but at least it is quite good fun! 😄

[@gvsku]

@@TheRealMick interesting) I thought the last letter was 'К' not 'Х', thus the word in question will be 'уё...ок' (like 'ублюдок' but worse😉 ), misspelled as 'уё...ак' as the unstressed 'О' is pronounced as 'А'. Singular, nominative.)))

[@TheRealMick]

@@gvsku Oh, blimey! I hadn't even thought of that! 😄 I think Zangieff needs to start filming some Russian language lessons to help some of his viewers who keep looking at graffiti in his videos! 😄 He is very fluent in English so would probably make a good teacher.

[@lordinquis8r679]

BrotherZ! Landscaping is a year round thing to do, until it snows. The trees and shrubs that I see in the videos often appear to be volunteers or neglected. Thoughtful plantings will add color and interest even in drab weather conditions. Leaf debris must be removed weekly until snow starts to fall. It’s a corporate management issue. Private ownership of houses, not apartments, adds greatly to the landscape by providing the homeowner artist with a creative outlet. Remember that parking lots and roadways are part of the landscape. Thoughtful design for access and storm water removal, blacker pavement with delineated lines that pop with color and concrete curbs that are kept clean add immensely to brighter living. Good landscape is an ongoing, lifetime achievement. When is the best time to plant a shade tree? Twenty years ago or today. Good landscaping starts within the space between the citizen’s ears.

[@imogenPsychic]

Summer in general always nice and bright. Winter just depressing in general.

[@anacarlotana]

I’m Mexican and I enjoyed your stroll. Loved the shades of deep green, the brownish leaves covering the soil in orden to preserve warmth. The layout of the neighborhood as well. You know, I live on a desert and your Fall is our Spring. Jajaja, that’s the time we prepare for our hot Summer. I must admit, though, my favourite season is, in my case, yellowish . Nice video; above all, polite.

[@NicholasWalkerPiano]

Dear Zangieff! Your videos are so heartening! Actually, I really like the older Soviet apartments, with their balconies and courtyards. Of course there are shortcomings with these apartments, as with Victorian/Edwardian terraced houses in the UK, in one of which we live, but the construction is on a human scale and the community life is much better than in a 24 or 40 (as they have in China 😱). The climate is what it is in Russia and totally different to Japan or Maritime Climate Europe. It's the people who make the difference, and most of my friends in Russia are not well off, but they are all exceptional, so thank God for people like you! Keep up the good work!

[@Zangieff]

Thanks 👍

[@NicholasWalkerPiano]

I meant 24 or 40 floors of course! May God bless you, your family, friends and neighbours!

[@JayTulip]

This time of the year things look grey and depressing in other part of the world where we have autumn. London is depressing not just because of the weather but because of the state of things. Spasibo za pokaz.

[@ssanti66]

I live in a coastal town, and if you take a stroll along the seafront, to me it looks beautiful, whether during the summer with a clear blue sky and blue waters, or during the winter, when you can see all shades of grey. Some might find it depressing in winter, though. I guess it depends on personal taste. Thank you Zangieff for always giving us your perspective, I always look forward to your streams/videos.

[@adrianstevens656]

I like different videos showing the beauty and uniqueness of Russia. Please keep sharing your adventures.

[@felihe]

In my opinion it looks beautiful. You have many trees, plants and gras, that’s wonderful, I can imagine how it looks like in summer. Going for a walk when it’s warm under the trees is beautiful ☺️

[@lindawierzbicki-johnson3469]

Missed you, I was worried for you and your family. 😔

[@chuck_howard]

I am from the upper Midwest region near Chicago and our area looks much like yours in the fall. Lots of greys and browns and can be depressing. In some places we have bright yellow leaves and red ones but not everywhere. I think the lack of daylight has a lot to do with how people feel around me and not just the drab brown and grey colors.

[@xdarockstar2560]

Greetings from Santa Monica California

[@luckysurfer9097]

In America, we don't get depressed in November....we celebrate it. This is the time of the harvest and we socialize with each other with a national happy Thanksgiving feast and holiday, It also starts the winter holiday season with cheers, goodwill, and gift giving.

[@InsaneNuYawka]

Zangieff, I totally agree. Your attitude is logical and not emotional. I am from the Northeast of the United States where we get strong winters every year as part of the climate and it is actually identical in several ways. Also, the tall buildings make it look like many parts of NYC which has been called "the world's greatest city ".. I think many people love to stereotype and just label Russia as depressing for xyz factors and apply it to any image they see of it. But anyone who has real life experience traveling will know the reality.. You pointed out the variants of plant life which is completely true and the markers of perceived imperfections bc of things like each resident deciding how to frame their balconies. The comparison to summer make the area look like an idyllic storybook village and yet as you said, its actually the same streets, buildings and trees. I'm glad you have a logical set of eyes and brain, its just too bad many others are blinded and lacking in experience.

[@stewartrogerson1369]

There are some pretty grim places in the UK and the rest of Europe, It does not look too bad where you are and the new developments appear to improve the area significantly.

[@terrymarshall5480]

I live in the state of Iowa in the spring every day cloudy cold windy the sun is hiding..not much fun to be here