Russian Ghost Town on the North Pole

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[@Steve-KG5LAA]

You have to admit the Soviets built one heck of a town so far north. This place was not thrown together overnight. A lot of thought went into giving the miners every creature comfort they could, probably to keep them from remembering they are so very isolated from the rest of the world. One could easily lose their mind after spending months up here.

[@Paul20661]

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[@rolfustroli7170]

@@Paul20661 it's only a short distance from longyearbyen... So not that impressive.

[@gsaw5008]

True

[@AmericanIdiotPolitics]

longyearbyen is freaking svalbard bro. That's pretty impressive lol. But yeah I guess any country could build a city that far north if they wanted. @@rolfustroli7170

[@digilux4017]

You are brainwashed and misinformed

[@ItsTonyLindo]

It's crazy to think that at one point in time, all those buildings were filled with people and the cafeteria was filled with people eating and laughing.

[@dwoolaver1549]

Why is it crazy to think this place was full of people.

[@GypsyGirl317]

It's a very strange feeling isn't it. 🙆🏻‍♀️

[@cscates3598]

I don’t think the people eating were laughing, they were captive citizens of one of the most brutal dictatorships in history. The only people laughing we’re the premiers of the Soviet Union.

[@malone283]

I don’t reckon much laughter would have gone on at a Soviet mine site in subzero temps….

[@bowserheadteacher]

This town is technically an overseas Soviet colony with Russian settlers building this town

[@alexandwhite]

where is bald and bankrupt, he would be a kid in a candy store if he saw that mosaic

[@andrewbrown4416]

Exactly my thoughts 💭 🤣

[@danielbuezo9910]

I think he would have a blast through the whole town!

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@@danielbuezo9910 how did he not find this place haha

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This video has to reach him

[@rorymarsh]

Check it out guys! A real, soviet mosaic in old Pyramiden!

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[@antimatter_nvf]

Actually it's not that difficult to visit Svalbard and even Pyramiden! If you live in Europe you don't need any kind of visa and the prices for tickets aren't exorbitant, a bit higher that your average vacation overseas one can say. Just book a tour and you're set!

[@GypsyGirl317]

@@antimatter_nvf that would be amazing! For me way down South in the Pacific 🌏 Ocean it's an impossible idea, but I really enjoyed this video. 💖 😊 🙆🏻‍♀️ I have been into a ghost town in New Caledonia many years ago, in 1975. It had been a nickel mining town and it looked as though someone came in and told everyone to leave immediately. Only some engineers kept the machinery going - nobody lived there any longer.

[@antimatter_nvf]

@@GypsyGirl317 Wow that's fascinating! Where do you live now? There's another Russian town in Svalbard by the way - Barentsburg - and it still has a permanent population of 450!

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The cinematography of Yestheory has leveled up so hard recently. You guys keep pushing the envelope with every episode!

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

Yes. I agree, I watched another video on this town and it was very light hearted and it showed it as a completely different way. It would be amazing to know your opinion. I'm also a substantial fan of this channel and I too create content with regards to life in Russia. I don't know why but the youtube algorithm has not been as great to me yet. Practically all those that watches my content states that it is brilliant, however very few get to watch it. Can you be extremely straightforward and say exactly how I can improve my vlogs? I value your truthful viewpoint.

[@ggthirsty]

Blame it on Andreas Hem! Amazing guy

[@Sahil-fm8ig]

Editing too!!!

[@Arvidje]

@@Sahil-fm8ig and the color grade.. the image has a soft filmic cadance.. not seen before out of semi pro gear.. people cant even get this look out of a7s3..to sharp and detailed

[@dariapostnova2385]

I had a fun time guiding you around Pyramiden guys. Thank you for visiting and come back for more adventures x

[@peterenola2265]

Actually it's not entirely a ghost town. I've been there and in the hotel there are actually residents. And quite a lot of people visit this place. It's enchanting, mysterious and spooky at times, but it's also beautiful and frozen in time...

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this is one of my favvvvvvvvv!!! the shots the sound design the story telling ,editing ughhh

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Yes theory has to be one of if not the best youtube channels. And as a plus they don't clickbait!

[@atmoscreative-tech]

If they don't include the location in the title or description, then there is still some degree of clickbait. Still great content nonetheless.

[@sangyenyima]

Yeah for sure

[@ichigomgx]

They click bait, you’re just trying to kiss ass

[@g.belanger8302]

It says in the title that the ghost town is on the North Pole. The physical North Pole is in the middle of the Arctic ocean, and the geomagnetic north pole is nowhere near Svalbard. That’s pretty click-baity imo…

[@aidendavorin3150]

The school, the drawings, everything. It’s all frozen in such a dark time. Absolutely mind blowing.

[@user-rl8hf8kt1r]

What do you mean with "dark Time"

[@janfarmer2216]

Not true 1997 wasn't the dark time...

[@mnemonicpie]

No

[@GoldenPhoenix101]

You guys were lucky to get there when you did. As I understand it, all visits to Pyramiden have been halted since the war in Ukraine. Great footage!

[@deepcoder1845]

Why, the war has exposed how weak the russians really are. Its not their land anyway, its Norways and NATO has their back.

[@Khergit]

@@deepcoder1845 How is it norways?

[@infinitelink]

A quick search shows it's governed by Norway. So Sovereignty is held by Norway, but the property was apparently sold to the USSR (which no longer exists but in theory has a legal successor), so it's basically private property held either by Russia or the mining company division operating the hotel, but is under Norwegian law. Similar would be if a big building or the buildings of a small town in any given nation was/were bought by another: the buyer would hold title of the form present in the jurisdiction but not allodial/Sovereign control which remains with the Sovereign with jurisdiction over the territory and activities therein.

[@Miroz.z]

as someone who went there around 4 years ago, this video was really cool in many ways, seeing the same hotel as where i stayed at and just seeing many of the same landmarks that i saw 4 years ago

[@Willy72070]

Vid idea: Travel to Naypyidaw Myanmar. Myanmar wanted to move their capital so they built a mega city at its new location, yet no one moved there. So right now it’s an abandoned luxurious city built to hold millions, but almost no one lives there. Look it up 😁👍

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kind of a civil war going on rn

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Is that the one top gear went to?

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@@Lithiertums yup

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They went to Afghanistan tho

[@theiceman211]

The top gear drag race on the main road there will never be forgotten

[@Bsaint]

You guys need to come out to Centralia, PA the abandoned town that’s underground coal mines caught fire years ago forcing everyone out. It still burns today and in the winter you can see the steam and smoke coming out from cracks in the ground. Let me know if you need a hand filming and exploring I would love to help as I’m fairly local!

[@Helloimethan08]

That place sucks anymore, graffiti highway is covered in dirt mounds to keep people from driving on it with their jeeps, dirt bikes etc. not much left to see. History is cool on it though.

[@22minecraftguy]

@@Helloimethan08 there wasn't much to see even before the put the dirt on, all that it was was just a road covered with graffiti that basic people did for their Instagrams. Never did see any smoke in Centralia though, only place I saw smoke coming out is at the Glen Burn Colliery in Shamokin, towards the top where the tower there's several places there smoke is venting from the ground. Can't really find any information on it but from what I've heard from people it's been burning for a several decades now probably since around the 70s or 80s.

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[@juckt_mich_nich4992]

its crazy how big the world actually is. if you think of places you can go the typical answers are paris, usa, germany, turkey, italy, maybe even russia but you never think of places like these. and there are many many more places like that, that are just not yet discovered or already forgotten

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if only we could roam without visa and whatnot

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@@rattled1557 for most people it's not about the visa, but about the money

[@christianrucinski4523]

@@rattled1557 i think that zone(svalbard) is actually visa free

[@bodigames]

Uhm many people are aware of Longyearbyen…. It’s fking Norwegian and the world sperm bank is there as well just as other things.

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Love seeing things like this. One thing that could elevate it is if you found and interviewed people who lived there in its operational days. Thank you for illuminating us on our world.

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Absolutely amazing! The cinematography and the scenery.

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The adventure to make this film felt like it fully embodied the definition of "adventure". Countless setbacks challenging our ability to get there, rugged conditions and a constantly changing environment. We're super proud of where this film ended up and we hope you enjoyed watching it!!

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Tbh the other hype merch video is wayy better... But this intro is okay too :p

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There is a prison complex in Sardinia on the island of Asinara thats abandoned. Idd love to show you guys around

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Dont really like ammar

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The music behind this is absolutely amazing. The drones and pads just bring it all together. This video was absolutely incredible

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

It's incredible how the effects make it so dark and scary. I'd be fascinated to know your opinion. I'm additionally a huge follower of this channel and I likewise make videos regarding life in Russia. I don't know why but the youtube algorithm has not been as courteous to me yet. Nearly anyone who watch my content says that it is excellent, however very few get to enjoy it. Can you be extremely honest and say just how I can improve my vlogs? I value your sincere point of view.

[@realmadmohican]

Outstanding video...some of the scenes are eerie...the school walkthrough...just chilling to see it frozen in time.

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Unique content presented with great cinematography ! Ya’ll keep it coming! Thank you

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Seeing Ammar in these travel videos gets me different level of happiness :)

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Sameee

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Let us appreciate the cameramen who do the camerawork in all of the videos. Those cinematic shots are amazing!

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Yes! They really set the scene as a scary place and I thought it was great how they kept on repeating that they are in potential danger or far from safety. I'd love to know your opinion. I'm additionally a significant fan of this channel and I too make content with regards to life in Russia. Sadly the youtube algorithm has actually not been as nice to me yet. Nearly anyone that enjoys my channel says that it is very good, but very few get to enjoy it. Can you be brutally straightforward and tell me just how I can make better videos? I value your truthful viewpoint.

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Their amazing adventures and awesome video/photo quality inspires me so much to just go out there and do my best to get great shots. Thanks @YesTheory you're the best! 😁

[@moodberry]

Hats off to the videographers and editors. Superb photography! What strikes me is the rush everyone must have had to get out of town. I would be curious to know exactly how long it actually took to leave and what it must have been like. That is a story that still needs to be told.

[@milesgaberman3135]

My dad was a skateboard photographer who worked for the company Element, and to advertise a new clothing launch called "Wolfeboro" they went on a skate trip to this town. He has so many stories from this town and I always loved hearing about it when I was young. There was a whole documentary about them skating in the pool and hospital and stuff so this was a really in a way nostalgic video for me. Really cool to see these places get more publicity. Cheers!

[@ClemensMediaProduction]

I think the magic of this places is that the arent puplic ...

[@fishjuice3987]

thats crazy

[@RosinGoblin]

Woah thats awesome. I got a few element decks on my wall. Always love when skaters bring the sport to remote parts of the world. You're dad had an amazing job

[@DavidSjodinisbest]

dangg i wanna see the video, do you have any links to it?

[@savage22bolt32]

@@ClemensMediaProduction yeah, just think what the walls would look like if any of those buildings were located in any American city.

[@AdamSalehx]

Bruh I missed the cinematography of Andreas Hem,, even tho not too many shots,, but this video is 🔥🔥🤌

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

It would be great to know your opinion. I'm likewise a huge follower of this channel and I also make content about life in Russia. I don't know why but the youtube algorithm has actually not been as wonderful to me yet. Almost all those that views my content claims that it is brilliant, yet few get to see it. Can you be extremely truthful and say how I can make it better? I value your straightforward point of view.

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I second this 🔥 Andreas adds that extra touch that changes the whole vid

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wtf

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Your videos charge me with positive emotion! Thank you so much, keep going!!

[@karenshlemkevich2591]

I really enjoy the history behind the sites you visit. Thank you for doing the research and adding that in!

[@TOM-C.]

I wish you had payed more attention to the drawings made by the kindergarteners. Those were either placed there for tourist purposes, or they were left as a parting, last day of school project by the teacher? It would have been interesting to see if there were any obvious messages left by the children to answer that question. Another great vlog of a city, and it's history most of us knew nothing about. 👍✌💚

[@8hoursofsoundscape911]

I was there a couple of years ago with my dad and uncle. I'm so happy I got to relive the city with you guys! A lot of memories come back watching it. I'm showing my dad this next time I see him.

[@nolanfajardo7794]

Did you guys stay at the hotel??

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So cool Stay strong

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@@nolanfajardo7794 yea I guess there is an hotel

[@8hoursofsoundscape911]

No, it was only a day trip. I imagine waking up there would be amazing and bizarre.

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@@8hoursofsoundscape911 Wow, you had a nice trip! I envy you. Haha

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I really love your directing and high quality cameras and all those HD drone shots really make me hit the floor. This is really professional grade documentary work you're doing! I love the way you capture the beauty, history, and mystery of these far out desolate places.

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An amazing story. Thank you for travelling there, making this great film document and shared with us on this channel.

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The vibe in these videos is so immaculate. Feels way better than most of the documentaries I’ve paid to see

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Can we take a moment to appreciate how hard these editors and cameraman have worked on this🙌

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Love how you are ignoring the video

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No let's not take a moment

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Its their job. So no.

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Stunning cinematography. Thomas, your narration and words are always inspiring.

[@nathanbrooks6915]

Next stop should be Portlock, Alaska. It's a ghost town that used to be a cannery for fish - locals say it was abandoned because it was being terrorized by a big foot. The stories from all the locals tell of crazy things happening lumberjacks being ripped apart and their tools being found up massive trees; would be an interesting experience to say the least.

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I would love to see that video!!

[@NateSF]

@@jxmmikwesta9031 um, her videos are sh*t and she rides through the place, it's barely discussed. Could you have given a more boring suggestion?

[@waylonmccrae3546]

That's the last place they should go ..... stay away from Portlock Alaska !!

[@savage22bolt32]

Bigfoot didn't kill the lumberjacks, it was members of the Green Party from the west coast of U.S.

[@worm5arecool]

This place is both incredibly eerie and beautiful at the same time. The inside architecture of the buildings are so unique, and these drone shots make this video so much better, including 9:27 when he is loading the gun. Edit: Fixed timestamp

[@thomyorkelover7574]

I never expected a beatles poster in the northern most town and that was too communist

[@cianakril]

@@thomyorkelover7574 the town was abandoned in 1998, 12 years after Glasnost and Soviet Union finally giving up on communism, and 7 years after its dissolution. And what exactly being northernmost town (which is not, actually) has to do with people's music taste?

[@thomyorkelover7574]

@@cianakril never expected a western sucessful band in communist Russia in a very remote place nothing to do with ones music taste insecure man

[@Ren800X]

This was a great video you have some brilliant shots in your video and the music was awesome. I would love to travel and see that place so cool a town stuck in time. Thx for sharing it with the world.

[@twanbrooks]

Love the quality of this production. Looks like a super legit TV show! Great video as always.

[@Vailslife]

You should explore the catacombs in Odessa Ukraine, the largest in the world

[@explorer666able]

Great idea

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The stuff you guys do keeps getting more and more insane!!

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Hi

[@shibhom6602]

@KRISTINE,,,,, 👇😍 Ayo wtf is wrong

[@abhishekagarwal8139]

It's almost unbelievable looking at the kind of content these guys are creating. I had to remind myself that it's a KZbin video and not a hollywood movie

[@millisagable1318]

I love learning about history. And you putting history in your videos has me hooked :)

[@emaanh5753]

It's crazy to see how all of the items that were used are in the same exact position even now! This is exactly why I love to watch their exploration videos!😀😃

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

They are kept in the same position because it is used as a museum and they were on a museum tour. It would be great to know your opinion. I'm likewise a big fan of this channel and I additionally create vlogs concerning life in Russia. for some reason the youtube algorithm has actually not been as great to me yet. Nearly all those who enjoys my vlogs states that it is excellent, but few get to enjoy it. Can you be brutally honest and tell me exactly how I can improve my vlogs? I value your honest viewpoint.

[@Jarekthegamingdragon]

My question is, why is there a hotel still operating in a ghost town? Who is going to the hotel? It has to have some function if no one ever goes there.

[@german_novotiable]

tourists obv

[@geodav5700]

Cia backed crime oligarchs on holiday. Dur bruz

[@cianakril]

Pyramiden is obviously a tourist hot spot, so to say. The hotel is all renovated if you haven't noticed. Nor it exactly Soviet, looks like 90es - early 2000es architecture. It also have to have power, heating and water stations to run properly. And pier isn't exactly in emergency conditions, as it should be if it would be a proper ghost town.

[@NGC1433]

Just take a look how many people are there along the road when guys are riding that silver pickup truck. This town is packed with tourists.

[@hauglid-]

I live in Longyearbyen and have been to Pyramiden many times. It is a hotspot for tourists and locals in Longyearbyen. In the winter we go on trips there by snowmobile, and stay over a few nights. Me and my friends go there to party but a lot of people want the adventure

[@jerodhamlet8092]

Gosh I love the experience that feeling that you guys are feeling when you're walking through that

[@AlphaCentauri24]

The video shots are all so cinematic! Nicely done.

[@Thenextphasemusic]

Whoever did the color grading on this video did an insanely awesome job :O

[@raphjaaf]

Thanks a lot ! 😊

[@cjtrules1]

Technically all towns were in the middle of nowhere at some point in time. People are what makes a town a place and over time they build outwards from that town and eventually the majority of towns become connected to other towns in some way.

[@zachgoll]

I mean at this point these videos are better than most documentaries. Cinematography, sound effects, storyline. Great job guys.

[@OnTheRiver66]

There was a science fiction movie filmed on this island showing the inside of the buildings. The boat you were on also played a big part in the movie. I cannot remember the name of the movie, but it was only 2 or 3 years ago. I cannot believe no one mentioned it in the comments. Or maybe it was mentioned, I did not read all of the almost 3000 comments. Yes, there was one - the movie was said to be Arctic Void.

[@collapserelapse]

17:04 My Russian isn't great but I'm pretty sure that map actually depicts where Lenin was active throughout his life because if you translate the Cyrillic it says "Lenin's life and work" and obviously the dates 1870-1924.

[@AhmadullahTanha]

The videos feel different with Ammar and Thomas together. Oh I love it this YES THEORY!

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Very Beautiful Cinematic view Thomas you and all your team is doing great work

[@bluepanda8906]

Big up editors, they made a whole movie with this amazing footage! Love to see the channel grow so much

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

Yes, it's amazing. If you compare this video to other blogs on this same town, you will see that the music and footage sets a completely different scene from the reality, but it is amazing. It would be amazing to know your opinion. I'm additionally a massive follower of this channel and I likewise make content to do with life in Russia. I don't know why but the youtube algorithm has actually not been as kind to me yet. Practically everybody who enjoys my channel writes that it is very good, however few get to view it. Can you be extremely straightforward and say exactly how I can improve the content? I value your sincere opinion.

[@BobbyIsGone]

The stuff you guys do keeps getting more and more insane!! and i live in norway and this is quite cool that i didn't know this!

[@chkyblue00]

Even im a late subscriber im glad i found your channel guys! Amazing adventure!! Makes me want to travel even more🤗🥰

[@abbyambrose9403]

I LOVE these types of videos! The first I ever saw from you guys was giving the kid his perfect dream day, and he recreated the movie Home Alone (at least the fun parts). But my most favorite to watch were the exploring abandoned places and finding new places to visit. It's like a history lesson and a fun adventure video all in one!

[@DearTech]

The whole time i was getting chills literally felt like I'm at that same place feeling the same emotions. And kudos to the backend team man the cinematography was top notch. It's true that YES Theory has played a huge role for me to change myself in a positive way. I just wanna say thank-you Ammar, Thomas and all the members envolved in creating these beauty and the Podcasts. I love you guys❤️

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

It is amazing how the music, footage and repeating the possible danger and remoteness has set the scene as a scary place. I'd be fascinated to know your opinion. I'm additionally a massive follower of this channel and I also create content about life in Russia. Sadly the youtube algorithm has not been as courteous to me yet. Virtually everyone who sees my channel claims that it is excellent, unfortunately not many get to enjoy it. Can you be extremely straight up and tell me exactly how I can make better videos? I value your sincere point of view.

[@OverTaxed42Long]

@@SamsRussianAdventures I'm gonna check out your channel after watching this one. Will sub if it's good as you say.

[@TdescartesT]

The moment when thomas said "and the clock literally frozen in time" made me laugh , yea it ran out of battery man that happens with 50 years old clocks . Nice adventure guys hope to see more travel vlogs with ammar's new passport , love you guys !

[@nafitron]

Can I just say -- you guys have some GREAT drone shots in your videos. Wow. It's such an amazing enhancement to your videos.

[@nishantsaloki8490]

Absolutely loved the video and superb video quality

[@nagarajo5807]

I'm glad I found this community Now I'm taking steps that I would have not even thought of otherwise I'm moving to other country for work it's a big deal It's a start one day I'll show this comment how it started Thank you Yes Theory ❤

[@heartsofgoldenrod]

Much success on your journey!

[@aminekamili3586]

I love how ever since Omar got the new passport yes theory just got a huge push and got revived and the uploads are now almost every week and consistent 😊

[@chatman4998]

I’m still confused y he got a new passport and y the passport is from a county he’s never been to

[@ruffridge02]

@@chatman4998 it explains it in the video they made about it

[@ratyjoona]

@@chatman4998 He bought a passport and nationality. Some countries want to lure investors so they sell citizenships

[@hpsak7]

Awsome blog/documentary. Nice shots, story telling.

[@NickGoesFar]

This had a hugely cinematic feel to it throughout, great job!

[@DynastySheep]

Second time I'm watching a video of this type from you (first one being Transnistria) and I got to say that the production quality is insane, the music, the shots.. I'm more hooked than anything else you throw at me. Love these type of explorations where I learn the weirdest and mysterious corners of the world.

[@jakobeyt3445]

You guys need to adventure an area with the Soviet master himself, Bald and Bankrupt. He's the embodiment of Seeking Discomfort when he travels to these Russian/Soviet forgotten areas. I'm sure he would have had a field day if he went to Pyramiden with you guys.

[@randomannoyance]

..and the only foreign youtuber who was showing russia from the bright side and actually loves the country is now banned from visiting it sad and hilarious

[@mrobocop1666]

@@randomannoyance well, he entered secured military zone(cosmodrome/spaceport), other country could imprison him for espionage, and Russia just closed him entry for several years. Not so tyrannical as Western media portray

[@samuelweir5985]

@@mrobocop1666 That's not what I read about the "Bald and Bankrupt" guy, First, the incident with him being detained was at Russian-controlled space center was in Kazakhstan, not in Russia. Secondly, that incident occurred not recently but back in May. He said that he was fined and released.

[@mrobocop1666]

@@samuelweir5985 3000 square km of that spaceport and nearest land are rented by Russia and administered by Russian authorities. He was arrested in Baikonur by Russian police, not Kazakh

[@samuelweir5985]

@@mrobocop1666 OK, but still according to reports that I saw (and, I think according to his own claim), that arrest happened back in May.

[@swmplvr]

Amazing channel!! Incredible footage!! I'm hooked!!

[@sophianemec]

me and my parents went to Longyearbyen and we absolutely loved it! Such an amazing place! 100% visiting again!!!

[@alexfezz2k]

It's so nice to see Ammar back in every trip video It feels like a complete video

[@jasonlenentine9209]

thank you guys for making this. Seriously, the cinematography is amazing and i am mindblown on the production quality. 10/10.

[@paicelees]

Fantastic video, loved every minute 🙌🏽

[@tec4303]

Man, you nailed the cinematography, music and editing in this one

[@jsqv7957]

You guys are living my dream i wish i could go on an adventures one day like this, You guys are so inspriring. You guys are awesome!

[@neirez8326]

This video literally gave me goosebumps, it is amazing how much of the city's history is left and untouched. Besides that the editing and cinematic shots are amazing. Keep up the good work, because I enjoy every second of it!

[@marklupton8982]

Incredibly powerful piece of storytelling. I salute you! Great job Yes Theory.

[@stephaniesanglay9903]

Congrats to Yes Theory Team for this wonderful video you created. It was such a masterpiece. 👏✨

[@andrewsimonds8730]

You guys are my favorite channel on KZbin ever. The historical aspects mixed with the adventures are just unmatched, keep up the good work homies.

[@KayZie]

I love how this channel went from stranger challenges to documentary filmmaking. 🤣

[@nisqhog2881]

Both the cinematography and the atmospheric music were on point, holy heck.

[@zechotte]

The cinematography was incredible in this, gave me goosebumps

[@readerwithglasses]

From beginning to end, I kept my fingers crossed because I was getting goosebumps. Looking at the goods of those people who lived, it seems that tomorrow again those people will come and live here, especially school. Thank you yes theory team for all these wonderful adventures.

[@TaiNguyen-um2ji]

What an experience and a journey you guys just took us through once again…. Thank you so much for your hard works and dedications

[@hugolouis6973]

the soundtrack, cinematography, and editing with a chef kiss of a great story!

[@TheLucarioProject]

I remember first hearing about this town over a decade ago when it was shown on an episode of life after people and really is crazy to see how similar it still looks to when that was filmed even though they of course focused on the decay rather than the exploration.

[@SamsRussianAdventures]

This video definitely made it all seem a lot more scarier than most videos about this town that I have seen. It would be amazing to know your opinion. I'm additionally a big follower of this channel and I additionally make content regarding life in Russia. Unfortunately the youtube algorithm has not been as kind to me yet. Virtually all people that watches my content claims that it is brilliant, yet few are able to view it. Can you be extremely straightforward and inform me exactly how I can improve my vlogs? I value your honest viewpoint.

[@naveahqueen9433]

These videos are so amazing I’m so glad I’ve watched you guys from your backyard videos and now doing mini documentaries ❤️

[@thomverhoeven7896]

Great video, great series. Keep them comming!

[@LemuriaBrahmeeVisnuShiva999]

Hello! Thank you very much video!✨👌🙏 Happy New Year! 🥂🎊🎉🍾🌟