Russian Ghost Town on the North Pole

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  • @TAlma-xe5xv
    @TAlma-xe5xv 3 роки тому +2777

    It’s incredible seeing the improvement in their video quality over the years, these new videos are basically free mini documentaries! So proud to be part of yes fam, I love this new direction Yes theory is headed in :))

    • @unclegargas
      @unclegargas 3 роки тому +13

      Andreas Hem working his magic as well, great job :)

    • @AxxLAfriku
      @AxxLAfriku 3 роки тому +1

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    • @kareena3147
      @kareena3147 3 роки тому +3

      💯 the quality is amazing!

    • @alper8966
      @alper8966 3 роки тому +6

      @@AxxLAfriku No one cares. No one asked

    • @tylaroverturf
      @tylaroverturf 3 роки тому +1

      I love their drone work.

  • @AJ_UK_LIVE
    @AJ_UK_LIVE 3 роки тому +1020

    The person who colour-grades your footage is fantastic. They should be very proud of their work. And obviously, your main camera person for getting those RAW shots dialled in so nicely in the first place in very challenging conditions. Superb job all.

    • @user-ow7bi3se2b
      @user-ow7bi3se2b 3 роки тому +13

      what an amazing team 👌

    • @Burbie
      @Burbie 3 роки тому +1

      Yes

    • @raphjaaf
      @raphjaaf 3 роки тому +83

      Hi, I'm the one who color graded this episode ! Thank you for the kind words that's very appreciated 🙏🏻

    •  3 роки тому +5

      @@raphjaaf we appreciate your work 🙏🏻

    • @Burbie
      @Burbie 3 роки тому +4

      @@raphjaaf that was so good!!!

  • @Steve-tr7400a
    @Steve-tr7400a 2 роки тому +331

    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
      @Paul20661 Рік тому +1

      just gave you like 69
      18 May 2023
      Ye this was amazing

    • @rolfustroli7170
      @rolfustroli7170 Рік тому +2

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

    • @gsaw5008
      @gsaw5008 Рік тому

      True

    • @AmericanIdiotPolitics
      @AmericanIdiotPolitics Рік тому

      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
      @digilux4017 Рік тому

      You are brainwashed and misinformed

  • @dariapostnova2385
    @dariapostnova2385 3 роки тому +76

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

  • @matthewbell2898
    @matthewbell2898 3 роки тому +1266

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

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому +5

      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
      @ggthirsty 3 роки тому +14

      Blame it on Andreas Hem! Amazing guy

    • @Sahil-fm8ig
      @Sahil-fm8ig 2 роки тому +2

      Editing too!!!

    • @Arvidje
      @Arvidje 2 роки тому

      @@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

  • @ItsTonyLindo
    @ItsTonyLindo 2 роки тому +341

    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
      @dwoolaver1549 2 роки тому +8

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

    • @GypsyGirl317
      @GypsyGirl317 2 роки тому +4

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

    • @cscates3598
      @cscates3598 Рік тому

      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
      @malone283 Рік тому +20

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

    • @bowserheadteacher
      @bowserheadteacher Рік тому

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

  • @Andreeashem
    @Andreeashem 3 роки тому +1976

    This was so much fun! Thanks for always bringing me to the harshest environments in the world :)

    • @blooshooz4198
      @blooshooz4198 3 роки тому +6

      Those types of adventures look like the experience of a lifetime!

    • @moimoi-rn4go
      @moimoi-rn4go 3 роки тому +1

      We miss your tutorials and vlogs:)

    • @YesTheory
      @YesTheory  3 роки тому +230

      Hahaha you’re welcome! Next time: living inside an active volcano 🌋🤪

    • @ZachAttacksTech
      @ZachAttacksTech 3 роки тому +3

      Let me know if you need another to join next time!

    • @Andreeashem
      @Andreeashem 3 роки тому +11

      @@moimoi-rn4go Its coming!

  • @aizafarhan2670
    @aizafarhan2670 3 роки тому +549

    The level and quality of your videos is just getting even better day by day! Love this new wave of videos, this regular dose of seeking discomfort is so essential! May you guys continue to explore such rare places and live life to the fullest; Insha Allah!

    • @ridatariq8989
      @ridatariq8989 3 роки тому +2

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      @ridatariq8989 3 роки тому +3

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    • @aizafarhan2670
      @aizafarhan2670 3 роки тому +2

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    • @aizafarhan2670
      @aizafarhan2670 3 роки тому +2

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      @ridatariq8989 3 роки тому

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  • @unnchy_
    @unnchy_ 2 роки тому +274

    The video is breathtakingly edited... Imagine having an opportunity to visit such places... I don't even have an idea of how crazy that must felt. You guys always leave me in thoughts 💭💭

    • @antimatter_nvf
      @antimatter_nvf 2 роки тому +4

      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
      @GypsyGirl317 2 роки тому +2

      @@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
      @antimatter_nvf 2 роки тому +1

      @@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!

  • @vaughancavan
    @vaughancavan 3 роки тому +261

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

    • @atmoscreative-tech
      @atmoscreative-tech 3 роки тому +6

      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
      @sangyenyima 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah for sure

    • @ichigomgx
      @ichigomgx 3 роки тому

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

    • @g.belanger8302
      @g.belanger8302 2 роки тому +2

      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…

  • @Bsaint
    @Bsaint 3 роки тому +534

    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
      @Helloimethan08 3 роки тому +12

      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.

    • @devon12346
      @devon12346 3 роки тому +9

      @@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.

    • @Kristalya
      @Kristalya 3 роки тому +2

      The inspiration for Silent Hill! 💕

    • @JTB128650
      @JTB128650 2 роки тому

      True

    • @user-xh7zs3qr9z
      @user-xh7zs3qr9z 2 роки тому +1

      Cool,silent hill for real!

  • @MikeH420
    @MikeH420 2 роки тому +52

    I really want to be able to travel the world, and discover so many places, just like you guys. This is goals.

  • @aidendavorin3150
    @aidendavorin3150 3 роки тому +248

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

  • @YesTheory
    @YesTheory  3 роки тому +1995

    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!!

    • @shrek5dvd
      @shrek5dvd 3 роки тому +2

      Nice

    • @lawyclips9750
      @lawyclips9750 3 роки тому

      🔥🔥

    • @samnfg
      @samnfg 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @NoMoreMrNiceGuy223
      @NoMoreMrNiceGuy223 3 роки тому +5

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

    • @freetibett5024
      @freetibett5024 3 роки тому

      Dont really like ammar

  • @peterenola2265
    @peterenola2265 2 роки тому +45

    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...

  • @juckt_mich_nich4992
    @juckt_mich_nich4992 3 роки тому +190

    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

    • @rattled1557
      @rattled1557 3 роки тому +7

      if only we could roam without visa and whatnot

    • @Skyfighter94
      @Skyfighter94 3 роки тому +15

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

    • @christianrucinski4523
      @christianrucinski4523 3 роки тому

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

    • @bodigames
      @bodigames 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @DracheMusic
    @DracheMusic 3 роки тому +262

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

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @Miroz.z
    @Miroz.z 2 роки тому +47

    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
    @Willy72070 3 роки тому +172

    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 😁👍

    • @Jonas-rq1mi
      @Jonas-rq1mi 3 роки тому +19

      kind of a civil war going on rn

    • @Lithiertums
      @Lithiertums 3 роки тому

      Is that the one top gear went to?

    • @noahsmith280
      @noahsmith280 3 роки тому

      @@Lithiertums yup

    • @jdoteasy1
      @jdoteasy1 3 роки тому

      They went to Afghanistan tho

    • @theiceman211
      @theiceman211 3 роки тому

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

  • @alexandwhite
    @alexandwhite 3 роки тому +2767

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

    • @hennybeee
      @hennybeee 3 роки тому +114

      Exactly my thoughts 💭 🤣

    • @danielbuezo9910
      @danielbuezo9910 3 роки тому +58

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

    • @alexandwhite
      @alexandwhite 3 роки тому +50

      @@danielbuezo9910 how did he not find this place haha

    • @Pekasalmeron
      @Pekasalmeron 3 роки тому +35

      This video has to reach him

    • @rorymarsh
      @rorymarsh 3 роки тому +176

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

  • @zachgoll
    @zachgoll 2 роки тому +12

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

  • @Martinhamberg
    @Martinhamberg 3 роки тому +82

    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
      @nolanfajardo7794 3 роки тому +1

      Did you guys stay at the hotel??

    • @BenDover-bt9hf
      @BenDover-bt9hf 3 роки тому +1

      So cool Stay strong

    • @BenDover-bt9hf
      @BenDover-bt9hf 3 роки тому +1

      @@nolanfajardo7794 yea I guess there is an hotel

    • @Martinhamberg
      @Martinhamberg 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @nolanfajardo7794
      @nolanfajardo7794 3 роки тому

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

  • @spacegirl9006
    @spacegirl9006 3 роки тому +33

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

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @moodberry
    @moodberry 2 роки тому +11

    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.

  • @kyroz2480
    @kyroz2480 3 роки тому +17

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

  • @milesgaberman3135
    @milesgaberman3135 3 роки тому +357

    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
      @ClemensMediaProduction 2 роки тому +4

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

    • @fishjuice3987
      @fishjuice3987 2 роки тому +3

      thats crazy

    • @RosinGoblin
      @RosinGoblin 2 роки тому +14

      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
      @DavidSjodinisbest 2 роки тому

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

    • @savage22bolt32
      @savage22bolt32 2 роки тому

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

  • @GoldenPhoenix101
    @GoldenPhoenix101 2 роки тому +25

    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
      @deepcoder1845 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @Khergit
      @Khergit Рік тому +3

      @@deepcoder1845 How is it norways?

    • @infinitelink
      @infinitelink Рік тому +3

      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.

  • @kyroz2480
    @kyroz2480 3 роки тому +89

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

  • @worm5arecool
    @worm5arecool 3 роки тому +90

    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
      @thomyorkelover7574 3 роки тому

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

    • @cianakril
      @cianakril 3 роки тому

      @@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
      @thomyorkelover7574 3 роки тому

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

  • @abhishekagarwal8139
    @abhishekagarwal8139 2 роки тому +7

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

  • @TOM-C.
    @TOM-C. 3 роки тому +36

    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. 👍✌💚

  • @Psyboy007
    @Psyboy007 3 роки тому +290

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

  • @ravenwildspirit
    @ravenwildspirit 2 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @emaanh5753
    @emaanh5753 3 роки тому +33

    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
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @nathanbrooks6915
    @nathanbrooks6915 3 роки тому +81

    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.

    • @jxmmikwesta9031
      @jxmmikwesta9031 2 роки тому +2

      Watch @itchy boots ....UA-cam channel she have all your answers...thank me later

    • @zombiasnow1565
      @zombiasnow1565 2 роки тому

      I would love to see that video!!

    • @NateSF
      @NateSF 2 роки тому

      @@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
      @waylonmccrae3546 2 роки тому

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

    • @savage22bolt32
      @savage22bolt32 2 роки тому

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

  • @OnTheRiver66
    @OnTheRiver66 Рік тому +31

    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.

  • @Jarekthegamingdragon
    @Jarekthegamingdragon 3 роки тому +379

    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
      @german_novotiable 3 роки тому +121

      tourists obv

    • @geodav5700
      @geodav5700 3 роки тому +18

      Cia backed crime oligarchs on holiday. Dur bruz

    • @cianakril
      @cianakril 3 роки тому +69

      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
      @NGC1433 3 роки тому +21

      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-
      @hauglid- 3 роки тому +56

      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

  • @AdamSalehx
    @AdamSalehx 3 роки тому +380

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

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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.

    • @corsairs3037
      @corsairs3037 3 роки тому +1

      Not but this video is 🔥 tis OUR video is 🔥 всех стран, соединяйтесь!

    • @renezeevat5124
      @renezeevat5124 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @woiii-w2t
      @woiii-w2t 2 роки тому

      wtf

  • @realmadmohican
    @realmadmohican 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @Vailslife
    @Vailslife 3 роки тому +133

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

  • @cjtrules1
    @cjtrules1 3 роки тому +22

    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.

  • @sophianemec
    @sophianemec 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @LifeOfRiza
    @LifeOfRiza 3 роки тому +41

    the production of this was INSANE. from the cinematography, storytelling, music, I was hooked. so glad to see you guys uploading more frequently and sharing these adventures 🙏🏼

  • @collapserelapse
    @collapserelapse 3 роки тому +15

    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.

  • @lilym353
    @lilym353 2 місяці тому

    The cinematography of this video is so beautiful! Catching the light on the abandoned personal items. Makes sense that personal items were never taken by the people that crashed on that plane probably. So heartbreaking. But a beautiful adventure nonetheless. Thank you for taking us along.
    Also loved the simple and great advertisement to your clothing line by Amar. Well done.

  • @huntoshpolish1110
    @huntoshpolish1110 3 роки тому +98

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

  • @BobbyIsGone
    @BobbyIsGone 3 роки тому +33

    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!

  • @lindataylor8302
    @lindataylor8302 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for taking me along

  • @DearTech
    @DearTech 3 роки тому +50

    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
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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
      @OverTaxed42Long 2 роки тому

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

  • @nanifiqueyt
    @nanifiqueyt 3 роки тому +19

    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.

  • @reynaldsagolili9775
    @reynaldsagolili9775 6 місяців тому +1

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

  • @zaytonatheexplorer6987
    @zaytonatheexplorer6987 3 роки тому +8

    You guys are truly inspiring. I was so scared of solo traveling but seeing you getting urselves in “discomfort” challenged me and I’m planning a solo trip this summer to a continent i’ve never been to.

  • @bluepanda8906
    @bluepanda8906 3 роки тому +11

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

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @MarcusPereiraRJ
    @MarcusPereiraRJ 2 роки тому

    Actually, I have to say how intriguing it was to read more comments about the visual edition techniques, sound track and stuff than the amazing content and storytelling, about the most important part of any travel: people. Don't get me wrong, I can notice your professionalism and skills, but I prefer to praise the message. The "grandma" made me cry. I hope her surgery went well. Congratulations.

  • @Thenextphasemusic
    @Thenextphasemusic 3 роки тому +11

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

    • @raphjaaf
      @raphjaaf 3 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot ! 😊

  • @andrewsimonds8730
    @andrewsimonds8730 3 роки тому +5

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

  • @phos4us
    @phos4us 2 роки тому +4

    Absolutely amazing! The cinematography and the scenery.

  • @TdescartesT
    @TdescartesT 3 роки тому +14

    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 !

  • @jasonlenentine9209
    @jasonlenentine9209 3 роки тому +8

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

  • @jesstill7833
    @jesstill7833 2 роки тому +1

    So sad almost made me cry but as all things in life we all will Perish ..Time waits for no man or woman God Bless you all❤️😃👍🦘🇦🇺

  • @alexfezz2k
    @alexfezz2k 3 роки тому +4

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

  • @readerwithglasses
    @readerwithglasses 3 роки тому +5

    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.

  • @nisqhog2881
    @nisqhog2881 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @jsqv7957
    @jsqv7957 3 роки тому +14

    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!

  • @woolyspaceman7653
    @woolyspaceman7653 3 роки тому +35

    The production quality of this video was amazing, so proud of how much Yes Theory has grown!

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому +1

      It's incredible exactly how they made use of the scary tracks with the cinematography as well as the duplicated talk of remoteness as well as danger has truly changed this video into a film. I enjoyed another video clip on this town and it came across as completely different. These guys are really talented.

  • @tec4303
    @tec4303 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @kmcdowell1250
    @kmcdowell1250 3 роки тому +33

    I remember in 8th grade asking my gym teacher if she had any stories about her time. She said she lived in west Germany because her husband was in the military at the time. When they went over to east Germany, she said it was crazy because there was almost nothing modern, as if time had stopped there. Also, they were very strict, and went over everything you had. They even switched out the train engines to East German train engines. She was my favorite gym teacher of all time, because she would always tell cool stories like this. You never know what a older person has seen, or experienced. I say if you’re interested in history, talk to some of the old people you meet. Sometimes they’ll have really cool stories. I bet in about 40 years, kids will be asking people about 9/11 just as we were asking about the Cold War, and Vietnam.

    • @justmeiam4996
      @justmeiam4996 3 роки тому +11

      😅the first 10 years of my life were the last one's of communism in Czech republic where I grew up.So maybe i could ad to this.Everything that was ever made in that era was always accounted for and whatever wasn't needed went to Russia- an bottomless pit and therefore there was no need for new things.For example we got bananas only at Xmas and it was only 1kg for family of 4 (which is ruffly 4-5 bananas)and you had to go the register and give your name and you would be crossed of a list and get banana or oranges or whatever "exotic" .It taught me to be grateful for everything I have.
      Same goes for electronics or whatever you needed for a house.Lets say you wanted a refrigerator so you went to a store,there would be like 3 models to choose from and you would order one.At some point you would get a letter that you fridge is at the store and you would be given date and hour to pick it up. Unfortunately about 100 people got the same letter and then it was important when and who went to stand at the store in the line.If you were lucky and got there early you got what you wanted, otherwise it was leftovers.
      We have traveled only once at that time to another country- needles to say a Communist one and it took 6 months to get approval.We had to write down everything what we took with us(down to a type and name of your watch) and had a small amount of money we could have with us.Meaning was that should we get lucky and bought something better or even worse something from the west😅we would be able to take it with us.
      Well it was an interesting and vert confusing time especially after the revolution and the culture shock after.
      It's so strange to see Lenin everywhere in this video.Hope you enjoy my comment

  • @aminekamili3586
    @aminekamili3586 3 роки тому +9

    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
      @chatman4998 3 роки тому

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

    • @ruffridge02
      @ruffridge02 3 роки тому

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

    • @ratyjoona
      @ratyjoona 3 роки тому

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

  • @poocaa
    @poocaa 2 роки тому +1

    Why i got "the last of us" vibes by watching the entire video. The place and the bgm especially match the vibes. Very cool

  • @SnakeEyesSwim
    @SnakeEyesSwim 3 роки тому +24

    The sheer production quality of this video is fucking amazing. Big shoutout for those who filmed, edited and color graded the footage

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому +4

      It's fantastic how they utilized the scary music with the cinematography and also the repeated talk of seclusion and also danger has really changed this video clip into a motion picture. I viewed another video on this community and it came across as completely different. These people are extremely skilled.

    • @dwoolaver1549
      @dwoolaver1549 2 роки тому

      Lol

  • @jakobeyt3445
    @jakobeyt3445 3 роки тому +65

    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
      @randomannoyance 2 роки тому +14

      ..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
      @mrobocop1666 2 роки тому +9

      @@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
      @samuelweir5985 2 роки тому +6

      @@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
      @mrobocop1666 2 роки тому +4

      @@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
      @samuelweir5985 2 роки тому

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

  • @zakhoule8950
    @zakhoule8950 2 роки тому +9

    love you guys, one of the things on my bucket list for sure to hopefully one day go on a random trip at the last minute with you guys im constantly checking for new videos from you guys, love it love it keep it up guys!!

  • @nagarajo5807
    @nagarajo5807 3 роки тому +25

    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 ❤

  • @AhmadullahTanha
    @AhmadullahTanha 3 роки тому +20

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

  • @KimberlyLetsGo
    @KimberlyLetsGo 2 роки тому

    The cinematography and background music sure lended itself to the mood. I would have liked to have see seen interviews of the people that live there still.

  • @TheLucarioProject
    @TheLucarioProject 3 роки тому +14

    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
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      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.

  • @Craftop24
    @Craftop24 3 роки тому +38

    Again; wow! Been to Pyramiden myself, what an incredible place full of history and stories. Especially the swimming pool and sports hall (an old basketball was still laying around) were impressive! Thanks for bringing me back there!

    • @NoNo-pw1fw
      @NoNo-pw1fw 2 роки тому +5

      What did u go there for? How?

    • @Craftop24
      @Craftop24 2 роки тому +3

      @@NoNo-pw1fw I was in Longyearbyen for a couple of weeks for my studies. During my stay, I got the opportunity to go and visit Pyramiden!

  • @NickGoesFar
    @NickGoesFar 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @gavinreardon1607
    @gavinreardon1607 3 роки тому +4

    The video production gets better every week! Feels like I am watching a short documentary 🔥

  • @lillylol1145
    @lillylol1145 3 роки тому +6

    You guys should come to New Zealand! We have so many unique plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. The nature is also so beautiful!

    • @esoterica444
      @esoterica444 2 роки тому +1

      Yes! From the depths of fiordland to the nightlife on Cuba street, NZ is one of the most diverse places in terms of culture, religion and nature.

  • @denysesieders9035
    @denysesieders9035 Рік тому

    YOU ALL ARE AMAZING...I AM SO PROUD. THANK YOU FOR BEING MY FRIENDS....

  • @sugarsalt6637
    @sugarsalt6637 3 роки тому +57

    It’s a tourist town now- they have a hotel. Cecilia blomdahl(her channel name) lives on Svalbard, has been there, and if you watch her videos you’ll get more “real life” version about Svalbard, and not all drama.
    ETA: they carry rifles everywhere on Svalbard- not just that town. Polar bears can be anywhere but it’s not really an issue. Attacks are not everyday thing. Polar night is loved by locals.

    • @sugarsalt6637
      @sugarsalt6637 3 роки тому +7

      And Cecilia hiked up that big abandoned mine shaft in the distance(just her and her dog, grim)

    • @joycejames8461
      @joycejames8461 3 роки тому +3

      @@sugarsalt6637 Is that where Grim was taunted by foxes?

    • @sugarsalt6637
      @sugarsalt6637 3 роки тому +1

      @@joycejames8461 yeah, in part 1 when they are eating in the restaurant. 😆 Part 2 is when she goes up the mine.

    • @badgerpa9
      @badgerpa9 3 роки тому +7

      You do not carry firearms in Longyearben if you are in the town it must be unloaded and locked in a safe when entering any building. Only when you leave the town are you to carry a firearm. It is still Norway and you need to follow their laws on firearms. It is your responsibility to avoid a polar bear and if you do shoot one you will be fined most likely for not avoiding the bear.

    • @XusernamegoeshereX
      @XusernamegoeshereX 3 роки тому +7

      Thank you for pointing this out. I saw Cecilia's video first and this one seems SOOOO over the top with the editing and the music. Yes Theory is great but they are still guilty of trying to make things seem more exaggerated for clout.

  • @driel852
    @driel852 3 роки тому +10

    The nostalgic feeling, the cinematography, the adventure and the cameraman is remarkable. Keep moving forward brothers!

  • @longangrysausage3495
    @longangrysausage3495 2 роки тому +2

    This whole channel is so beautiful, the adventures u guys go on, I really want to have an amazing life like that in the future

  • @z.a3491
    @z.a3491 3 роки тому +11

    YOU GUYS ARE PHENOMENAL!!! You should make a documentary about your trips, adventures, and the birth of the "yes theory." Combine all of the photoshoots and humourous bits. It'd be insane, for sure🤩 ! I wish I could be a part of your team and travel all across the world! Best of luck !
    P.S please visit Azerbaijan, ❤️be our guest! We have lots of interesting, creepy, mysterious n ancient places!

  • @TaiNguyen-um2ji
    @TaiNguyen-um2ji 3 роки тому +7

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

  • @zechotte
    @zechotte 2 роки тому +2

    The cinematography was incredible in this, gave me goosebumps

  • @sabersight908
    @sabersight908 3 роки тому +13

    god i cant express how much i love these videos its so moving and interesting how people live in such secluded areas and what there stories are

  • @3xx0n.prada23f
    @3xx0n.prada23f 3 роки тому +8

    wow, how good are your editors and cameramen?? such high quality content

  • @nipunajayawardana3618
    @nipunajayawardana3618 2 роки тому +1

    These kind of videos deserves 100's of millions of views

  • @RedGollum
    @RedGollum 3 роки тому +6

    Always thought svalbard is exclusive to researchers so I really appreciate these videos!

  • @nikkisamuel6556
    @nikkisamuel6556 3 роки тому +4

    I love going on these adventure with you guys! This is one of my favorite Yes Theory videos! I absolutely love you guys! All the way from Trinidad and Tobago! 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹

  • @jerodhamlet8092
    @jerodhamlet8092 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @lisaleblanc1450
    @lisaleblanc1450 3 роки тому +5

    I love watching your videos on such rare places and learning about the history! Crazy to see this abandoned place!

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      It's fantastic exactly how they used the scary music with the cinematography and the duplicated talk of remoteness and risk has actually changed this video right into a motion picture. I viewed another video clip on this town and it seemed completely different. These dudes are really gifted.

  • @jasonsmith5584
    @jasonsmith5584 3 роки тому +5

    I think this was one of the best made videos you've ever made.
    It literally felt like a special presentation that would be shown at a movie theater.

  • @peppka2400
    @peppka2400 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @Y_Canada
    @Y_Canada 3 роки тому +26

    I wish you guys took Eric with you. Since he's Russian and his dad is from the Soviet Union, I bet it would have been extra special for him. He could have talked to Misha in Russian and probably have gotten him to talk more!

    • @SamsRussianAdventures
      @SamsRussianAdventures 3 роки тому

      It would be amazing to know your opinion. I'm also a big follower of this channel and I too create content with regards to life in Russia. Unfortunately the youtube algorithm has actually not been as great to me yet. Practically anyone that enjoys my channel writes that it is brilliant, however not many get to enjoy it. Can you be completely straight up and say just how I can improve my content? I value your straightforward opinion.

  • @pkbandito9044
    @pkbandito9044 3 роки тому +9

    The production quality on this is insane!!! Cant wait to finish the rest of this video!

  • @getlostwithde
    @getlostwithde 2 роки тому +1

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