Witness the incredible story of a young family living in Yakutia

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A young family with 5 children is preparing for the brutal −71°C winter in Yakutia, the coldest inhabited region on Earth. Discover how parents and kids survive extreme cold, frozen food traditions, daily routines, and the challenges of raising a family in Siberia’s icy wilderness. From building warm homes and gathering firewood to cooking frozen fish and horse meat, this is real life at the edge of human endurance. Experience survival stories, family resilience, and the unique culture of Yakutia that continues to amaze the world.   #Surviving −71°C Yakutia  #Life in the world’s coldest place  #Young family in Siberia winter  #Raising children in extreme cold  #How people survive −71°C winters  #Yakutia coldest inhabited place  #Daily life in Yakutsk and Oymyakon  #Family survival Siberia  #Preparing for extreme cold winters  #Siberian frozen food traditions  #Life in subzero temperatures  #Harsh winters in Siberia family life  #Survival in the coldest inhabited village  #Real life extreme survival documentary  #Arctic family lifestyle  #Cold weather survival tips  #Parenting in extreme environments  #Winter life in Siberia explained  #Surviving −71°C Yakutia  #World’s coldest inhabited place  #Life in Yakutia Siberia  #Raising children in extreme cold  #How families survive Siberian winters  #Daily life in the coldest village  #Young family in Yakutia  #Parenting in extreme cold  #Survival with 5 children  #Family resilience in Siberia  #Children growing up in subzero winters  #Yakutia frozen food traditions  #Siberian winter survival lifestyle  #Cooking in −71°C temperatures  #Indigenous life in Siberia  #Preparing for harsh winters Yakutia  #Extreme survival documentary  #Arctic family life explained  #Real winter survival stories  #Cold weather parenting challenges  #Siberia survival family documentary  #Yakutia  #ColdestPlaceOnEarth  #SurvivingExtremeCold  #LifeInSiberia  #Minus71C  #WorldsColdestVillage  #FamilySurvival  #LifeWithChildren  #ParentingInCold  #SurvivalWithKids  #FamilyLifeSiberia  #YakutianCulture  #FrozenFoodTraditions  #SiberianWinterLife  #DailyLifeInYakutia  #ExtremeWinterLiving  #ExtremeSurvivalDocumentary  #ArcticLifestyle  #ColdWeatherSurvival  #LifeInExtremeConditions  #RealSurvivalStories

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00:00In a small village in Yakutia, where temperature plunges lower than anywhere else on Earth,

00:08winter is once again approaching.

00:11Eduard, a father of five, start his day bright and early.

00:15As winter draws near, the Kerasimo family begins their preparations months in advance.

00:21Together they work to preserve everything they can from the brief summer – berries, fish,

00:29meat and hay to feed their livestock during the nine months of extreme winter ahead.

00:40The Kerasimo family lives in a remote village hundreds of miles from the nearest town.

00:47With no gas pipelines reaching this far, they rely on coal, which is more affordable and

00:52easier to obtain than wood.

01:07Lira and Eduard are a young couple in their early thirties, raising five children.

01:15Lira is a housewife dedicated to caring for their children, while Eduard works as a village vet.

01:30Like other villagers, Lira and Eduard raise livestock.

01:34Farming in this frozen land comes with many challenges and requires hard work.

01:39The cows in Yakutia are a special breed, capable of withstanding temperatures as low as minus

01:4570 degrees Celsius, spending most of the winter indoors in insulated wooden shelters.

01:55Having a farm is essential for the Kerasimo family, as it provides food for them throughout the year.

02:01During the short summer, the entire family dedicates themselves to harvesting hundreds of tons of hay,

02:08enough to feed the livestock throughout the long winter months.

02:21After a big breakfast, Michiya and Ercimen head off to school.

02:26Michiya is 12 and her younger brother, nine-year-old Ercimen, who attends primary school,

02:33starts his day at 8 am.

02:38Michiya looks after her brother as they walk to school together.

02:42In their small village, where everyone knows each other, it's safe for them to go on their own.

02:50School life in Yakutia can be quite different from what you might expect.

02:54In winter, when temperatures drop to unbearable levels, school remain open even when it's minus 50

03:01degrees Celsius, as the local children are used to the cold.

03:14In small villages like the one where Michiya and Ercimen live, school are often the heart of the

03:19community. Class sizes tend to be smaller compared to urban areas, allowing for a more personal connection

03:26between teachers and students.

03:45While the children are at school, Eduard is at work. His neighbour's livestock has fallen ill.

03:50In this village, being a vet means mostly caring for livestock and it's important job for the community.

04:02Meanwhile, Lyra is draining the milk. In Yakutia, milk is not only consumed fresh,

04:07but also processed into a variety of traditional dairy products.

04:18Nirgun, the youngest boy in the family, has been helping his mother with household tasks

04:23from a young age. Washing, cleaning and cooking are part of his daily chores,

04:29activities. Even though he is only seven years old.

04:34age

04:39My husband always felt whatever thing on earth is

04:53because I usually asked them to spend hours

04:55I was like, I didn't have to go to the house.

04:59I never had to go to the house.

05:03I didn't have to go to the house.

05:07It's so cool.

05:19As the days grow shorter and the night stretch longer,

05:23temperatures drop drastically. There are days when the sun barely rises and the darkness,

05:30combined with the intense cold, makes life here more challenging.

05:36Before the sun sets, Eduard hurries to the nearby lake to gather enough water for the week.

05:43For Eduard, his days are filled with endless tasks, keeping the house warm, caring for livestock,

05:50fetching water and looking after the children. But despite the exhaustion and the harsh conditions,

05:56he finds strength knowing that each task helps his family survive in one of the toughest environments on Earth.

06:20This time, I only see my mum's living.

06:26With my mum's living with theными and the children.

06:28Your mum gets out of his mother's also through the doors of the earth.

06:30It is not easy for me to work.

06:32I always enjoy my old friends, especially after I have to find them.

06:35I have to reach my parents to see a child's child's child.

06:38I have to reach my parents through my own,

06:41and he has to help them to keep them alive.

06:43When my mother is a child's child's child's child,

06:46my mother is a child's child's son.

06:47Of course, it's hardening to see the children.

06:51At the same time, I would say that my children were still a little longer.

06:55I used to be the first children who went to a group of children,

07:01who taught me to have the son of a family and father.

07:07Since I took a long time, they were the children in my family.

07:17Lira and Eduard are raising their eldest son, 13-year-old Wolan, who is autistic.

07:31Lira devotes all her time to teaching him how to read and speak.

07:35With no specialized clinics or schools available in their remote village, Lira has taken on

07:40the role of Wolan's teacher, ensuring he receives the attention and support he needs.

07:47In the afternoon, after finishing his work, Eduard has a bit of time to dedicate to his

08:13passion, crafting.

08:15Eduard built his own studio, where he handcrafts Yakutian knives.

08:20In Yakutia, crafting Yakutian knives is an essential part of society, with artisans highly respected

08:26for their crafts.

08:29In Yakutian culture, blacksmiths hold a status similar to that of shamans, as their craft is

08:35believed to possess spiritual significance.

08:39Heredity plays a crucial role.

08:45only those born in the blacksmith families can become blacksmiths.

09:02On Eduard's father's side, every man was a blacksmith.

09:07And it's this family legacy that led Eduard to follow in their footsteps.

09:19The making of Yakutian knives share similarities with Japanese knife crafting.

09:25Both traditions emphasize forging strong, durable blades that can handle harsh conditions.

09:32Yakutian knives are often made from high-quality steel, and the crafting process involves hitting,

09:38hammering, and sharpening the blades to achieve a perfect edge.

09:59While Eduard was busy with his tasks, Lira had already prepared a hearty lunch.

10:04In Yakutia's freezing climate, soup is more than just a starter.

10:08It's the main dish, providing much-needed warmth and energy to get through the cold days.

10:15For dessert, Lira is preparing a beloved Yakutian treat, whipped cream mixed with local berries.

10:22This simple yet delicious dessert is a family's favorite, especially for little Nurgun, who always eagerly waits for it.

10:30As the savory aroma of the soup fills the house, the family gathers around the table for lunch.

10:55Eduard, back from his afternoon tasks, sits down with Lira and the children.

11:01The warmth of the meal is comforting, and in the cold, harsh climate of Yakutia, moments like this are cherished.

11:08More coffee and a FROST

11:10Different flavors of the meal are very beautiful.

11:13It's very beautiful.

11:14I'm enjoying this while he's not with you.

11:19I'm like, she's enjoying it.

11:20Don't be happy at home, Lira.

11:22Take a little bit of coffee.

11:22Well,อีกар insulin, get a Schweppuccino.

11:24Give me a ten feel of the water, then shall I get you.

11:25Tell you about the water, and I'll show you.

11:26Yeah, let's have a five feel of the water.

11:27Yeah, let's have a five feel of the water.

11:35After lunch, the family spends time on their hobbies.

11:38Lira and Michiya sit together, working on embroidery pieces made from beads.

11:44Michiya, who loves art, dreams of becoming an artist one day.

11:49She is already quite skilled, and the young kids often join in learning from her and Lira.

11:55They paint alongside them, filling the house with creativity.

11:59The whole family has a love for art and enjoys these quiet creative moments.

12:05Edward, when he has time, indulge in his own passion, photography.

12:10He enjoys capturing the beauty of Yakutia's frozen landscape and daily life.

12:16His talent has been recognized and he has won several photography contests,

12:20with one of his pictures being awarded as the best.

12:25Life in the coldest place on Earth is not without its challenges.

12:29From freezing harsh to long dark nights, the Kerasimus face the harsh Arctic conditions daily.

12:36This land may be harsh, but it's their home.

12:40A home filled with family, love and support.

12:44Often held with ain't in the coldest place where flowers should be.

12:49This was a very good day .

12:52Yes, it's your lady.

13:07An uncertain situation is found with me.

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