British Tourist Highlights Three Surprising Things in Yakutsk
A British tourist shares his amazement at fabric garages, ice fog, and local life in Yakutsk.
British blogger Nick Darlinson visited Yakutsk and highlighted three things that surprised him: fabric garages, ice fog, and the standard of living of the Yakuts. He wrote about this in his blog.
“The first thing that surprised me was the fabric garages they call ‘Natashas’. They cover cars with them to prevent freezing. The second is the ice fog, which is very beautiful. It is said to form because Yakutsk is located in a valley. And third – in winter, the Yakuts don«t just survive, they live – and live beautifully! Yakutsk not only surprises but also conquers my British heart,” admitted Nick Darlinson.
The blogger also visited the Kingdom of Permafrost, lay on an ice bed with a fur hide, and was left in pleasant shock.
For more about other cool places in Yakutsk, you can read our article “Tourist Guide”.
Nick Darlinson was impressed by the ice beds and exhibits at the Kingdom of Permafrost.
“We have nothing like this in Britain! Tomorrow we«re going into nature! What do you recommend taking with us?” asked the Briton his followers.
The Yakuts first replied that one should take unty (traditional fur boots) and a fur hat. And the well-known Yakut blogger Anton Vasilyev advised taking food on the road to offer in gratitude to Yakut nature. Anton noted that Yakuts usually always take oladyi (pancakes) on trips. All the secrets of their preparation and the nuances of Yakut traditions we have told here.
