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Is THIS a TYPICAL Russian village? Leningrad Oblast, Russia 🇷🇺

Explore a typical (or not so typical?) Russian village in the Leningrad Oblast, just outside St. Petersburg, Russia 🇷🇺! In this immersive walking tour, I’ll take you through Soviet-era settlements, historic WWII trenches, abandoned cemeteries, and colorful dachas (summer houses)—giving you a rare glimpse of real Russian village life. Discover frozen ponds, Soviet architecture, local memorials, and even a hidden mountain viewpoint over a scenic lake. Whether you're fascinated by Russian history, Soviet relics, or rural life in Russia, this video offers a unique perspective beyond the big cities. Would you like to see a Russian dacha tour in summer? Let me know in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more adventures across Russia—from St. Petersburg’s hidden gems to authentic village culture. Join me on this walk around a TYPICAL (or not so typical) Russian village.

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Aussie Spy (Jason) is an Australian citizen who has been living in Saint-Petersburg, Russia since 2015. He is also the managing/creative director at design and development studio, interVations (Australia). Although Jason's main role since 1997 has been focusing on delivering innovation and technology, Jason also enjoys exploring both the Soviet past and modern Russia and shares his experiences through story-telling, urban exploration (URBEX) and travel to interesting locations.

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