The Most Extreme Places To Live On The Planet

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Extreme Cities reveals how ordinary people endure the harshest environments. In Yakutsk, warming permafrost threatens infrastructure in the coldest city on Earth, while in La Paz, residing at extreme altitude among 5,000-meter peaks challenges human survival. This series uncovers the resilience and ingenuity required to thrive against nature’s most formidable forces. Episode 1 – Yakutsk Discover Yakutsk, the planet’s cold pole. As global warming melts permafrost, the once stable frozen soil now endangers centuries-old buildings, forcing residents to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Episode 2 – La Paz Explore La Paz, the world’s highest capital nestled among towering 5,000-meter peaks. Daily life at extreme altitude challenges human physiology, as the city's struggle against nature reveals stories of endurance and innovation. From: Extreme Cities | S1 E1 & E2 Content licensing from Kwanza SARL to Little Dot Studios. Subscribe to see more full documentaries every week: https://bit.ly/2lneXNy TRACKS publishes unique, unexpected and untold stories from across the world every week. Any queries, please contact us at: [email protected] #tracks #extremetravel #discover